Leave 'Em Laughing
Real-life clown Jack Thum, along with his devoted wife, Shirlee, cared for dozens of homeless children — 37 of them over the years — in the Chicago area, all of whom come back to visit when they discover he's terminally ill.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Leave 'Em Laughing
- Genres: Drama, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1981-04-29
- Runtime: 98 minutes
- Rating: 8/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Julian Fowles Productions, Charles Fries Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.7006
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Mickey Rooney
as Jack Thum
Anne Jackson
as Shirlee Thum
Allen Garfield
as Dr. Arthur Abrams
Elisha Cook Jr.
as Jetter
Michael LeClair
as Tom
William Windom
as Smiley Jenkins
Red Buttons
as Roland Green
Carol Ann Susi
as Gina
Bruce French
as McClain
De'voreaux White
as Ralph
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
Leave 'Em Laughing is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1981-04-29.
Who are the main actors in Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
The main cast includes Mickey Rooney, Anne Jackson, Allen Garfield, Elisha Cook Jr., Michael LeClair, .
Where can I watch Leave 'Em Laughing online?▼
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Is Leave 'Em Laughing based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
Leave 'Em Laughing has an IMDb rating of 8/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Julian Fowles Productions, Charles Fries Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Leave 'Em Laughing filmed?▼
Leave 'Em Laughing was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
The total runtime of Leave 'Em Laughing is 98 minutes.
Is Leave 'Em Laughing suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Leave 'Em Laughing?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Leave 'Em Laughing.
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