The Last Laugh

The Last Laugh is a 2019 comedy film written and directed by Greg Pritikin. It stars Richard Dreyfuss and Chevy Chase. The film follows a former stand-up comedian who retired from the spotlight 50 years ago who reunites with his former manager after being convinced to do one last comedy tour. Plot Newly retired Al Hart (Chevy Chase) was a relentless talent manager who is slowing down, so his granddaughter Jeanie suggests he move to a retirement village, where he can enjoy fine dining and regular entertainment. There, Al discovers Buddy Green (Richard Dreyfuss) is a resident. Buddy was Al’s first client and had potential for great success. 50 years ago he had booked him a spot on The Ed Sullivan Show back in 1967, which was considered the crown jewel of comedy gigs then. It would have established him as a major star. Inexplicably, he never showed up and quit comedy, instead choosing to raise a family and become a podiatrist.