Punchline
"Dying is easy. Comedy is hard."
Originally released in 1988. Punchline is a comedy/drama film. directed by David Seltzer. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sally Field, Tom Hanks, and John Goodman
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 7, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (145 votes)
Budget
$15M
Production budget
Box Office
$21M
1.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $21,032,267
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Punchline about?
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 for...
Who directed Punchline?
Punchline was directed by David Seltzer.
How long is Punchline?
Punchline has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Punchline released?
Punchline was released on October 7, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Punchline?
The main cast of Punchline includes Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman, Mark Rydell, Kim Greist.
Is Punchline worth watching?
Punchline has a user rating of 5.5/10 based on 145 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.