Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?
1999 | 90m | English
Popularity: 0.2 (history)
| Director: | Larry Carroll |
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| Writer: | Larry Carroll, Sam Kinison |
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| For fans of comedy, Sam Kinison needs no introduction. His scathing comedy tackled tough topics no other comedian dared to touch. Fed up and disenfranchised with his career as a Pentacostal preacher, Sam left the ministry to try his hand at comedy. Almost immediately, and thanks in part to the foresight of Rodney Dangerfield who showcased Sam on an HBO special, his piercing scream, extreme humor and irreverent take on life attracted attention. Containing rare, early footage of Sam preaching and performing stand up at the world famous Comedy Store, the Award Winning "Why Did We Laugh" tells the story of a comedic genius who touched a deeper chord in people than most entertainers. Sadly, Sam was taken from us far too early, yet leaving us with a lasting and unique legacy. | |
| Release Date: | Apr 01, 1999 |
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| Director: | Larry Carroll |
| Writer: | Larry Carroll, Sam Kinison |
| Genres: | Comedy, Documentary |
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Budget: $0 |
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Updated: Jan 31, 2026 Entered: Apr 30, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Sam Kinison | Self (archive footage) |
| Richard Pryor | Self |
| Rodney Dangerfield | Self |
| Dennis Miller | Self |
| Judy Tenuta | Self |
| Jay Leno | Self |
| Tim Matheson | Self |
| Beverly D'Angelo | Self |
| Larry King | Self |
| Bill Kinison | Self |
| Carl LaBove | Self |
| Name | Job |
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| Larry Carroll | Writer, Director |
| Sam Kinison | Writer |
| Frank Floyd | Original Music Composer |
| Paul Hoffman | Original Music Composer |
| Bill Lane | Original Music Composer |
| John Crawford | Cinematography |
| Name | Title |
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| Larry Carroll | Executive Producer |
| Stuart Garret | Executive Producer |
| Bill Kinison | Executive Producer |
| Arnold H. Orgolini | Producer |
| Linda Agnelli | Producer |
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