Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

Synopsis

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.

Main Cast

Beverly D'Angelo

Herself

Age : 72 | Popularity : 43%

Rodney Dangerfield

Himself

Age : 82 | Popularity : 8%

Larry King

Himself

Age : 87 | Popularity : 11%

Bill Kinison

Himself

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

Sam Kinison

Himself (archive footage)

Age : 38 | Popularity : 3%

Carl LaBove

Himself

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

Jay Leno

Himself

Age : 73 | Popularity : 14%

Tim Matheson

Himself

Age : 76 | Popularity : 15%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Writing	Writer	Sam Kinison Larry Carroll
Directing	Director	Larry Carroll
Production	Executive Producer	Larry Carroll Stuart Garret Bill Kinison
	Producer	Arnold H. Orgolini Linda Agnelli
Sound	Original Music Composer	Frank Floyd Paul Hoffman Bill Lane
Crew	Cinematography	John Crawford
Department	Role	Name

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