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Misery Loves Comedy
“Kevin Pollak explores the dark side of comedy in this fascinating documentary.”
6.1 / 10• 2015• 1h 34m•NR• English
ComedyDocumentary
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Jon Favreau
Self
Lead
Kevin Smith
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Bobby Cannavale
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Freddie Prinze Jr.
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Matthew Perry
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Whoopi Goldberg
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Martin Short
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Jimmy Fallon
Self
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Kevin Pollak's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Misery Loves Comedy is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
