Punchline
Punchline

Punchline (1988)

"Dying is easy. Comedy is hard."

5.5 (147 votes)
2h 3m
October 7, 1988
English

Synopsis

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 Seltzer

Writers

David Seltzer

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Original Title

Punchline

Status

Released

Budget

$15,000,000

Revenue

$21,032,267

Production

Columbia Pictures