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