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The King of Comedy

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The King of Comedy is a 1982 American satirical black comedy film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro (in his fifth collaboration with Scorsese), Jerry Lewis and Sandra Bernhard. Written by Paul D. Zimmerman, the film focuses on themes such as celebrity worship and American media culture. 20th Century Fox released the film on February 18, 1983, in the United States, though the film was released two months earlier in Iceland.

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1982 · 1h 49m · Drama · Comedy

TMDB 7.8/10 (2,618 votes)

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.

Directed by Martin Scorsese

Box office $3M worldwide

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Cast & crew

Martin ScorseseDirector

Robert De Niroas Rupert Pupkin

Jerry Lewisas Jerry Langford

Diahnne Abbottas Rita

Sandra Bernhardas Masha

Shelley Hackas Cathy Long

Frederick de Cordovaas Bert Thomas

Ed Herlihyas Ed Herlihy LLou Brownas Band Leader LLoretta Tupperas Stage Door Fan PPeter Potulskias Stage Door Fan VVinnie Gonzalesas Stage Door Fan WWhitey Ryanas Stage Door Guard DDoc Lawlessas Chauffeur

Marta Heflinas Young Girl

Cast & crew political lean — 2 of 15 researched: 2 left · 0 center · 0 right · 0 no public record. Based only on cited public statements, endorsements, and documented donations.