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