Punchline
Dying is easy. Comedy is hard.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Punchline
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1988-10-07
- Runtime: 123 minutes
- Rating: 5.5/10 (138 votes)
- Budget: $15,000,000
- Revenue: $21,032,267
- Production Companies: Columbia Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.7966
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Sally Field
as Lilah Krytsick
Tom Hanks
as Steven Gold
John Goodman
as John Krytsick
Mark Rydell
as Romeo
Kim Greist
as Madeline Urie
Paul Mazursky
as Arnold
Damon Wayans
as Percy
Taylor Negron
as Albert Emperato
Pam Matteson
as Utica Blake
George McGrath
as Brian, the Singing Nun
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Punchline?▼
Punchline is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1988-10-07.
Who are the main actors in Punchline?▼
The main cast includes Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman, Mark Rydell, Kim Greist, .
Where can I watch Punchline online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Punchline is available.
Is Punchline based on a true story?▼
Dying is easy. Comedy is hard.
What is the IMDb rating of Punchline?▼
Punchline has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 based on 138 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Punchline?▼
The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $21,032,267 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Punchline?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Punchline filmed?▼
Punchline was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Punchline?▼
The total runtime of Punchline is 123 minutes.
Is Punchline suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Punchline?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Punchline.
Does Punchline have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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