Funny People

"George Simmons was prepared to die, but then a funny thing happened."

Jul 31 2009 R 2h 26m
Comedy, Drama

Famous and wealthy funnyman George Simmons doesn't give much thought to how he treats people until a doctor delivers stunning health news, forcing George to reevaluate his priorities with a little help from aspiring stand-up comic Ira.

Plot

George is a very successful stand up comedian who learns that he has an untreatable blood disorder and is given less than a year to live. Ira is a struggling up-and-coming stand up comedian who works at a deli and has yet to figure out his onstage persona. One night, these two perform at the same club and George takes notice of Ira. George hires Ira to be his semi-personal assistant as well as his friend.

Written by

Judd Apatow

Directed by

Judd Apatow

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Happy Madison Productions, Madison 23, Apatow Productions, Relativity Media, Universal Pictures, Columbia Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

3 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
125,176
Average Rating
6.3 out of 10
Metascore
60
Popularity
NA