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The King of Comedy

Poignant black comedy about an aspiring comedian (Robert De Niro) who decides he can only get a shot at the big time with the help of America's top chat show host (Jerry Lewis).

Poignant black comedy about an aspiring comedian who decides that he can only get a shot at the big time with the help of America's top chat show host. But when the star fails to cooperate with his plan, the desperate comedian kidnaps him. A tale examining the successes and pitfalls inherent in the pursuit of the American dream.

1 hour, 43 minutes

Last on

Fri 17 Jun 2011 23:50

Credits

Role Contributor
Rupert Pupkin Robert De Niro
Director Martin Scorsese
Cathy Long Shelley Hack
Producer Arnon Milchan

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