“Dying is easy. Comedy is hard.”
Punchline (1988)
October 7, 19882h 3mEN
5.5
149 votes
Overview
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.
Director
David SeltzerWriter
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$15.0M
Revenue
$21.0M
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures
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