Funnymen (1981)

Man on the Moon

The story of the life and career of eccentric avant-garde comedian, Andy Kaufman.

Jenny Tian: Picture This

Do you miss the feeling of sitting down and being swept up by a story? Well, Jenny Tian has some tales that will sweep you off your feet! Weaving jokes into stories of heartbreak, international students, and the joys of garlic bread. All told with the aid of the world's most sophisticated illustration tool: Microsoft Paint.

Good on Paper

After years of putting her career ahead of love, stand-up comic Andrea Singer has stumbled upon the perfect guy. On paper, he checks all the boxes, but is he everything he appears to be?

Hablando Huevadas : ¡Hijo de...!

Ricardo and Jorge are two successful comedians in Peru, who are facing a lawsuit against the Peruvian State. In the middle of this situation, a boy appears saying that he is Ricardo's son, so now he must face the trial and the new life of his father, with Jorge.

George Lopez: Why You Crying?

Stand-up comic George Lopez uses his childhood experiences growing up Latino in the San Fernando Valley as a platform for nonstop humor. The funnyman takes you on a liberating journey as he hysterically dissects his life growing up in Los Angeles. Reminiscing about the unique quirks in Mexican culture, George tackles such topics as family relationships, insecurities, sexuality, drinking and language.

Bebe's Kids

When Robin meets the lovely Jamika he thinks he's in heaven. But when he meets her friend Bebe's children, whom she is looking after, he knows he's in hell.

The Original Latin Kings of Comedy

This stand up special features material from five of the most famous Hispanic standup comics of their era. Paul Rodriguez, George Lopez, Cheech Marin, Alex Reymundo, and Joey Medina deliver material on a variety of topics that will seem familiar to audiences of every race.

Heckler

HECKLER is a comedic feature documentary exploring the increasingly critical world we live in. After starring in a film that was critically bashed, Jamie Kennedy takes on hecklers and critics and ask some interesting questions of people such as George Lucas, Bill Maher, Mike Ditka, Rob Zombie, Howie Mandel and many more. This fast moving, hilarious documentary pulls no punches as you see an uncensored look at just how nasty and mean the fight is between those in the spotlight and those in the dark.

Artie Lange: It's the Whiskey Talkin'

Artie Lange first became known to a wider audience when he was selected to be one of the original cast members on MAD TV, but he had been toiling away for years as a club comic. It's the Whiskey Talkin' captures him performing a typically caustic show in front of a crowd that obviously listens to him regularly during his daily gig on Howard Stern's radio show.

Mission:G.I.G.G.L.E.

"If today is yesterday’s tomorrow and tomorrow brings today’s ideas to pass, who knows what tomorrow might bring!"

Daniele Tinti: CROSSOVER

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Zoltan Kaszas: White Lies

Comedian Zoltan Kaszas in his follow-up special to "Modern Male", WHITE LIES was filmed in April 2022 at Grand Comedy Club in Escondido, CA "WHITE LIES" picks up where the last hour ended, so we've got lockdown stories, the joys of Zoom comedy, starting therapy, and thoughts of fatherhood. This special was produced independently, audio was done by David Novin, the video was shot by threeomens (https://threeomens.com/) and edited by Emma Bassiri and Zoltan Kaszas.

Jean-François Mercier: Subtil, sensible, touchant

Subtle, sensitive and touching? Probably! Serene? Not quite. Hilarious? Absolutely! Jean-François is getting older and experience forces him to evolve. He is now aware of his own fragility. Jean-François Mercier seduces his audience with the vehemence that we know him to be. True to himself, he remains bold and sexy, while being more thoughtful. How to say? From now on, Jean-François turns his tongue seven times in your mouth before speaking.

Road Hard

After his movie and television career has run dry, Bruce Madsen (Adam Carolla) is forced to go back on the road playing one dingy comedy club after another, spending endless nights in budget hotel rooms and always flying coach. Amidst trying to revitalize his career, rekindle his love life and put his daughter through college, Bruce knows one thing for sure - he must get off the road. ROAD HARD is the story of that journey.

Dana Gould: Perfectly Normal

Legendary comedian Dana Gould presents a hilarious hour of stand-up covering topics ranging from marriage to Halloween to anal beads and their impact on the US economy. You're welcome.

I Am Comic

Through unprecedented backstage access and candid interviews, the film weaves through the absurd world of the working comedian and reveals a crazy and hilarious psychological profile of its practitioners. We also follow retired comic Ritch Shydner's attempt to climb back on stage after a thirteen-year hiatus. At the top of his game in the 1980's, Shydner had HBO specials, shot five pilot TV shows, and numerous late night appearances (Carson, Letterman, Leno, etc.) but the big time eluded him. Equipped with the collective wisdom and nutty musings of over 80 of his peers, he gives it another shot. Does Ritch have what it takes to connect with today's young crowds and still get the laughs?

Punchline

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.

Don Rickles Live in Pala 2013

Here is the premiere of Don Rickles Live at Pala! Filmed at Pala Casino Spa Resort in 2013. Presented by Winbrook Entertainment in association with Wynnefield Productions, this legendary performance is a testament to Don Rickles' comedic genius. Remastered by Sorcery Cinema, this exclusive release brings the magic of Don Rickles' timeless humor to a new generation of fans. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of the iconic Don Rickles, with the support of the Rickles Estate. Subscribe now to witness the unforgettable laughter and entertainment from the one and only Don Rickles.

Rosebud Baker: Whiskey Fists

In her debut special, Rosebud Baker uses her signature wit and combative edge to take on everyone from health care workers to ex-boyfriends to her very own family.

Louis-José Houde : Tu n'es pas spécial

It is a question here of deploying all the humor inherent in the act of having a first child at the age of forty-five... But it is also a question of civic-mindedness, respect for intelligence, weight words, the weight of the self, the triumph of the “I”, then a little bit of Henri Richard and people who say “knock on wood”. A vibrant soliloquy on life and the art of living it.

Mike Ward : Noir

Comedian Mike Ward invites you to his new comedy show entitled Noir.

Joe Bartnick: A Killing in Chicago

Comedian Joe Bartnick is live in Chicago for his brand new full stand up special. Joes covers losing weight and wearing collard shirts, Will Smith and Tiger Woods, eating gummies vs smoking weed and more.

Operation: Laugh Track

FBI agent Lucas Baker must go undercover as a bartender at a local comedy club. During his time behind the bar, he uncovers the secrets behind an underground criminal organization.

Doug Stanhope: Before Turning the Gun on Himself

Doug Stanhope has been a stand-up comic since 1990. Recorded in Salt Lake City, UT at The Complex on July 19, 2011, this is the follow up to the widely praised Oslo: Burning The Bridge To Nowhere.

Manny Lewis

The film follows the story of a famous fictional stand-up comedian Manny Lewis, who connects with millions of fans but finds it hard to connect to one person. Manny struggles to overcome his sense of alienation and shyness, and a difficult relationship with his father, in a romantic and feel-good quest for the love of the quirky Maria.

The Humorist

The Humorist is a film about a week in the life of Boris Arkadiev, a fictional Soviet stand-up comedian. Boris is tormented not only by external oppression and censorship but also by his own insecurities that poison all his relationships.

Surviving-ish

Nina, a 30 year-old comedian, is haunted by an embarrassing viral video that left her in a creative slump. After abandoning her office job, with the doom of debt and the pressure to decide what to do with her life, Nina tries to dominate the art of surviving the biggest scam: adulthood.

This Is Not a Comedy

A comedian finds new meaning in his life when his best friend asks him to be her sperm donor, and he meets a girl who connects with the cosmos.

Norm Macdonald: Me Doing Standup

Norm MacDonald, the iconic anchor of SNL's "Weekend Update" and star of the cult classic Dirty Work, is back with a vengeance.

Jon Richardson: The Knitwit

In his stand up show at the Hackney Empire, the Cats Does Countdown star asks the important questions. Will the recycling go out on the right day? Who's going to smooth over the top of the margarine?

Philippe-Audrey Larrue-St-Jacques : Hélas, ce n'est qu'un spectacle d'humour

Solo show by Philippe-Audrey Larrue-St-Jacques: an intelligent, different and unique show that he offers with his deadpan, sometimes caustic humor and his appearance of a funny, slightly offbeat dandy.

Call Me Lucky

An inspiring, triumphant and wickedly funny portrait of one of comedy’s most enigmatic and important figures, CALL ME LUCKY tells the story of Barry Crimmins, a beer-swilling, politically outspoken and whip-smart comic whose efforts in the 70s and 80s fostered the talents of the next generation of standup comedians. But beneath Crimmins’ gruff, hard-drinking, curmudgeonly persona lay an undercurrent of rage stemming from his long-suppressed and horrific abuse as a child – a rage that eventually found its way out of the comedy clubs and television shows and into the political arena.

Misery Loves Comedy

Do you have to be miserable to be funny? More than sixty comedians—including stand-ups, writers, actors, and directors from the US, Canada, and abroad—take on this question, sharing anecdotes and insights with lively enthusiasm.

Marcella Arguello: Bitch, Grow Up!

Arguello couples her larger-than-life stage presence with her brutally honest take on post-pandemic hook ups and why broke men are better in bed, an exploration of how “Beauty and the Beast” triggered an epiphany, and a self-reflection on her middle school D.A.R.E. essay.

Standing Up for Sunny

An isolated guy with cerebral palsy is railroaded into helping an unassertive comedienne, and finds love and acceptance through stand-up comedy.

Kill Tony: Kill or Be Killed

A bucket, a mic and one minute to win over Tony Hinchcliffe and a panel of famous guests. This is stand-up at its most unforgiving — and unpredictable.

Gainfully Employed

Punit Pania's second standup special 'Gainfully Employed'.

Matt Rife: Only Fans

Comedian Matt Rife discusses his world of deceptive good looks, women and even a charismatic perspective of the world's more pressing topics.

New Low

Wendell, a neurotic, aimless twentysomething, struggles to figure out which woman he really belongs with: Joanna, the best person he's ever known, or Vicky, the worst. His friend, Dave, helps him sort through his thoughts as Wendell discovers not only who he should be with, but who he truly is under all that neuroses.

Laughing Matters

Recently unemployed and feeling a little bit lost, Maria takes part in stand-up class and ends up on a competition tour for novice comedians.

Nerdisch by Nature

Basement kids are happy too, because as a nerd you can also enjoy life in the basement. No one knows this better than Maxi Gstettenbauer. Deep in the basement is his home. Maxi is a nerd. With "Nerdish by Nature", Maxi Gstettenbauer celebrates his acclaimed debut in the German comedy landscape. In his first solo program, the Lower Bavarian fan of plaid explains the peculiarities of "Generation 2.0". Whether it's killer games, iPhones or Facebook - Maxi Gstettenbauer guides us unerringly through the confusion of today's world. "How do you program your first girlfriend and ... How do you fix it?", "What do you do with a Facebook stalker?" and "Why do vampires glitter in the sunlight?" The convinced couch potato offers hilarious answers to all these questions.

Owen Benjamin: Huge Pianist

The unusual comedy of a very tall piano player, as he discusses the challenging and triumphant moments in his personal and professional life.

Crying with Laughter

Powerfully redemptive and darkly comedic revenge thriller set in the vicious world of stand-up comedy, starring Stephen McCole and Malcolm Shields.

Akaash Singh: GASLIT

Akaash Singh comedy special GASLIT

An Audience with Jackie Mason

The great American comedian Jackie Mason entertains a celebrity audience including Bruce Forsyth, Barry Humphries, Henry Cooper and Michael Winner.

Kamikazen (Ultima notte a Milano)

A group of comedians are trying to be successful on stage. One night an important television network organises a public variety show to sort out some performers for their programs. Every one of them will try their hardest, but just a few will be chosen.

The Dark Backward

A man pursues stand-up comedy encouraged by his fellow garbage man. Though his friend, who accompanies him on accordion, continues to tell him how great he is, he actually stinks. When the "comedian" grows a third arm out of his back, the friend uses this twist to get him signed up with a sleazy talent agent, and it begins to look like his career is on the move, even though his girlfriend has left him.