The King of Comedy
The King of Comedy
Play trailer

The King of Comedy (1982)

PG (US) | USA | English | 109 min
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
7.7

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.

Review
Rate
Watch
Add
Info mistake?
just for fixed width,It is an identification bit and cannot be deleted!!!!!

Awards

See more

Best Screenplay - Original

Winner

Palme d'Or

Nominated

Release Date

Iceland
No data
1982-12-18
Brazil
No data
1983-02-18
USA
(limited)
1983-02-18
Show more

Also Known As (A.K.A.)

The King of Comedy
(Original title)
El rey de la comedia
Argentina
The King of Comedy
Australia
Show more

Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Mild
Violence & Gore
Mild
Profanity
Mild
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Mild