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