The King of Comedy

Name: The King of Comedy
Director: Martin Scorsese
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: 1982-12-18
Duration: 109 min
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Diahnne Abbott, Sandra Bernhard, Shelley Hack

Year: 1982
Country: US
Language: en
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 109 min
Rating: 7.8/10
Director: Martin Scorsese

Plot Overview

Aspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.

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Director

Martin Scorsese

Cast & Key Characters

Robert De NiroRupert Pupkin

Jerry LewisJerry Langford

Diahnne AbbottRita

Sandra BernhardMasha

Shelley HackCathy Long

Frederick de Cordova in The King of Comedy

Frederick de CordovaBert Thomas

Ed HerlihyEd Herlihy LBLou BrownBand Leader LTLoretta TupperStage Door Fan PPPeter PotulskiStage Door Fan VGVinnie GonzalesStage Door Fan WRWhitey RyanStage Door Guard

Writers

PDPaul D. Zimmerman

Production

Embassy International Pictures

Critical Reception & Ratings

The King of Comedy is rated 7.8 out of 10 by viewers — 2,691 votes.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is The King of Comedy about?

Aspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.

Who stars in The King of Comedy?

Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Diahnne Abbott, Sandra Bernhard, Shelley Hack, Frederick de Cordova.

Who is the director of The King of Comedy?

Martin Scorsese.

When was The King of Comedy released?

1982.

Where can I watch The King of Comedy?

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