Funny People (2009)
Updated: Aug 28
R | 2h 26min | 7/10
Parental Rating: R (Restricted – Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.)
Storyline
The movie Funny People (2009,) is about the story of George Simmons, a famous comedian who learns that he has a terminal illness. Facing his mortality, George hires a struggling stand-up comedian, Ira Wright, to write jokes for him and be his personal assistant. As they form an unlikely friendship, George begins to reevaluate his life, relationships, and career. The film explores themes of redemption, friendship, and the complexities of life in the spotlight.
Director
Judd Apatow
Writers
Judd Apatow
Original screenplay by Judd Apatow
Starring
Adam Sandler as George Simmons
Seth Rogen as Ira Wright
Leslie Mann as Laura
Eric Bana as Clarke
Jonah Hill as Leo Koenig
Jason Schwartzman as Mark Taylor Jackson
Aubrey Plaza as Daisy Danby
Produced by
Judd Apatow
Barry Mendel
Universal Pictures
Apatow Productions
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Release date
July 31, 2009
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Country
United States
Languages
English
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