Misery Loves Comedy

Kevin Pollak explores the dark side of comedy in this fascinating documentary.

Plot Summary

Do you have to be miserable to be funny? More than sixty comedians—including stand-ups, writers, actors, and directors from the US, Canada, and abroad—take on this question, sharing anecdotes and insights with lively enthusiasm.

6.2 /10

2015

US

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