
Punchline
1988 • Comedy | Drama
David Seltzer
Writer
David Seltzer
Director
Status
Released
Release date
October 7, 1988
Duration
123 Min
Language
en
Popularity
0.7726
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$21,032,267
Overview
Lilah Krytsick is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.
Cast

Sally Field

Tom Hanks

John Goodman

Mark Rydell

Kim Greist

Paul Mazursky

Damon Wayans

Taylor Negron

George McGrath

Ángel Salazar

Max Alexander

Barry Sobel

Katie Rich

Charles David Richards

Casey Sander

Kimberly L. Ryusaki

Candace Cameron Bure

George Wallace

Bob Zmuda

George D. Wallace

Cameron Thor

Robina Suwol

Susie Essman

Jimmy Brogan

Mike Starr