
It Started As a Joke
This documentary chronicles the decade-long run of the Eugene Mirman Comedy Festival – including a final farewell show. The film celebrates Eugene’s unique brand of humor and his role in the alternative comedy movement, offers a bittersweet goodbye to an era, and reminds us of the healing properties of comedy – even in the most challenging of life’s circumstances.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: It Started As a Joke
- Genres: Documentary, Comedy
- Release Date: 2019-03-10
- Runtime: 76 minutes
- Rating: 4.8/10 (3 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.521
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Eugene Mirman
as Self

H. Jon Benjamin
as Self

Mike Birbiglia
as Self

Wyatt Cenac
as Self

Jim Gaffigan
as Self

Janeane Garofalo
as Self

Jon Glaser
as Self

Ira Glass
as Self

Bobcat Goldthwait
as Self

John Hodgman
as Self
Trailers & Clips
It Started as a Joke Trailer #1 (2020) | Movieclips Indie
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is It Started As a Joke?▼
It Started As a Joke is a Documentary, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 2019-03-10.
Who are the main actors in It Started As a Joke?▼
The main cast includes Eugene Mirman, H. Jon Benjamin, Mike Birbiglia, Wyatt Cenac, Jim Gaffigan, .
Where can I watch It Started As a Joke online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if It Started As a Joke is available.
Is It Started As a Joke based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of It Started As a Joke?▼
It Started As a Joke has an IMDb rating of 4.8/10 based on 3 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of It Started As a Joke?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for It Started As a Joke?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was It Started As a Joke filmed?▼
It Started As a Joke was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is It Started As a Joke?▼
The total runtime of It Started As a Joke is 76 minutes.
Is It Started As a Joke suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to It Started As a Joke?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to It Started As a Joke.
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