The King of Comedy
It's no laughing matter.
19821h 49m7.8(2,619 votes)
DramaComedy
Synopsis
Aspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.
The King of Comedy (1982) is a drama and comedy film directed by Martin Scorsese. It stars Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, and Diahnne Abbott. The film runs for 1 hour 49 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.8 out of 10 from 2,619 votes.
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Director
Cast
Robert De Niro
Rupert Pupkin
Jerry Lewis
Jerry Langford
Diahnne Abbott
Rita
Sandra Bernhard
Masha
Shelley Hack
Cathy Long
Frederick de Cordova
Bert Thomas
Ed Herlihy
Ed Herlihy
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Who stars in The King of Comedy?
The King of Comedy stars Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Diahnne Abbott, and Sandra Bernhard, and was directed by Martin Scorsese.
How long is The King of Comedy?
The King of Comedy has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes.
When did The King of Comedy come out?
The King of Comedy was released in 1982.
What genre is The King of Comedy?
The King of Comedy is a drama and comedy film.
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The King of Comedy holds an average audience score of 7.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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