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The King of Comedy

(1982)
7.8 PixlRun
It's no laughing matter.
Country United States of America
Original language English
Runtime 1h 49min
Premiere 1982-12-18
Box office $2,536,242 worldwide gross
MPAA rating PG
Director Martin Scorsese
Cinematography Fred Schuler
Editor Thelma Schoonmaker
Producers Arnon Milchan
Production Embassy International Pictures
IMDb 7.8
RT 89
Meta 73

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Cinematography
Fred Schuler
Editor
Thelma Schoonmaker
Producers
Arnon Milchan

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Our review

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.

Frequently asked questions

Who directed The King of Comedy?
Martin Scorsese directed The King of Comedy in 1982.
What is the IMDb rating?
The King of Comedy has an IMDb rating of 7.8/10 from 131,528 votes.
Where can I watch The King of Comedy?
The King of Comedy is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home.
How long is The King of Comedy?
The King of Comedy has a runtime of 1h 49min (109 minutes).
How much did The King of Comedy earn at the box office?
The King of Comedy earned $2,536,242 worldwide.

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