
Punchline
Punchline
Release: 1988-10-07·Runtime: 123m·★ 5.5
ComedyDrama
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.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Laura Jacobyas Jenny Krytsick
Mike Starras Man with Bullhorn
Katie Richas Eve
Casey Sanderas Ernie the Bartender
Bob Zmudaas Audience Participants and Hecklers
Jimmy Broganas Younger Clergyman
Taylor Negronas Albert Emperato
Barry Sobelas Robyn Green
Sally Fieldas Lilah Krytsick
Kim Greistas Madeline Urie
Damon Wayansas Percy
Max Alexanderas Mister Ball
George Wallaceas Man with Arm in Cast
Tom Hanksas Steven Gold
Mark Rydellas Romeo
George McGrathas Brian, the Singing Nun
Ángel Salazaras Rico
Charles David Richardsas Maitre D'
Candace Cameron Bureas Carrie Krytsick
Robina Suwolas Buffy
Paul Mazurskyas Arnold
Susie Essmanas Lilah's Hairdresser
John Goodmanas John Krytsick
Kimberly L. Ryusakias Waitress of the Gas Station
George D. Wallaceas Doctor Wishniak (as George D. Wallace)
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