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Funny People

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

July 30, 2009 2h 26m 5.9/10 (1,374 votes)

Originally released in 2009. Funny People is a comedy/drama film. directed by Judd Apatow. With a runtime of 2h 26m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, and Leslie Mann

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 30, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 2h 26m 146 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (1,374 votes)
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Budget $75M Production budget
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Box Office $71.6M 1.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$75,000,000
Revenue
$71,600,000

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures
  • Columbia Pictures
  • Relativity Media
  • Apatow Productions
  • Madison 23 Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Funny People about?

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 ...

Who directed Funny People?

Funny People was directed by Judd Apatow.

How long is Funny People?

Funny People has a runtime of 2 hours and 26 minutes (146 minutes total).

When was Funny People released?

Funny People was released on July 30, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Funny People?

The main cast of Funny People includes Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann, Eric Bana, Jonah Hill.

Is Funny People worth watching?

Funny People has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 1,374 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.