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The King of Comedy

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Original title
The King of Comedy
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Running time
109 min.
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United States United States
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Genre
Comedy | Comedy-Drama. Stand-Up. Kidnapping Film / Disappearance
Synopsis
Rupert Pupkin is obsessed with becoming a comedy great. However, when he confronts his idol, talk show host Jerry Langford, with a plea to perform on the Jerry's show, he is only given the run-around. He does not give up, however, but persists in stalking Jerry until he gets what he wants. Eventually he must team up with his psychotic Langford-obsessed friend Masha to kidnap the talk show host in hopes of finally getting to perform his stand-up routine.
Awards
1983: BAFTA Awards: Best Original Screenplay. 5 Nominations
1983: Cannes Film Festival: Nominated for Palme d'Or (Best Film)
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The King of Comedy
1982
Martin Scorsese
7.1
(11,955)
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