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