Comedy Drama

Punchline (1988)

Name: Punchline
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1988-10-07
Duration: 123 min
Rating: 5.5
Cast: Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman, Mark Rydell, Kim Greist

"Dying is easy. Comedy is hard."

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2h 3m English Released

Director: David Seltzer

Overview

Lilah Krytsick is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.