Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

1999
1h 30m
6.0

6.0/10

3 votes • View on IMDb
Overview

For fans of comedy, Sam Kinison needs no introduction. His scathing comedy tackled tough topics no other comedian dared to touch. Fed up and disenfranchised with his career as a Pentacostal preacher, Sam left the ministry to try his hand at comedy. Almost immediately, and thanks in part to the foresight of Rodney Dangerfield who showcased Sam on an HBO special, his piercing scream, extreme humor and irreverent take on life attracted attention. Containing rare, early footage of Sam preaching and performing stand up at the world famous Comedy Store, the Award Winning "Why Did We Laugh" tells the story of a comedic genius who touched a deeper chord in people than most entertainers. Sadly, Sam was taken from us far too early, yet leaving us with a lasting and unique legacy.

Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date April 1, 1999
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0174180

Cast

Sam Kinison
Sam Kinison

Self (archive footage)

Richard Pryor
Richard Pryor

Self

Rodney Dangerfield
Rodney Dangerfield

Self

Dennis Miller
Dennis Miller

Self

Judy Tenuta
Judy Tenuta

Self

Jay Leno
Jay Leno

Self

Tim Matheson
Tim Matheson

Self

Beverly D'Angelo
Beverly D'Angelo

Self

Larry King
Larry King

Self

Bill Kinison
Bill Kinison

Self

Carl LaBove
Carl LaBove

Self

Key Crew

Larry Carroll
Director
Larry Carroll
Writer
Sam Kinison
Writer
Larry Carroll
Executive Producer
Stuart Garret
Executive Producer
Bill Kinison
Executive Producer
Arnold H. Orgolini
Producer
Linda Agnelli
Producer

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