Movie

The Comic

“A funny new motion picture that tells Hollywood like it was!”

★ 6.1(12)19691h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Carl Reiner
Release date: 1969-11-19
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Acre Enterprises

About The Comic

The Comic is a 1969 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Carl Reiner, starring Dick Van Dyke, Michele Lee and Mickey Rooney. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Comic in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An account of the rise and fall of a silent film comic, Billy Bright. The movie begins with his funeral, as he speaks from beyond the grave in a bitter tone about his fate, and takes us through his fame, as he ruins it with womanizing and drink, and his fall, as a lonely, bitter old man unable to reconcile his life's disappointments. The movie is based loosely on the life of Buster Keaton.

Cast

Dick Van Dyke

Billy Bright

Michele Lee

Mary Gibson

Mickey Rooney

Cockeye

Cornel Wilde

Frank Powers

Nina Wayne

Sybil Atlas

Pert Kelton

Mama Bell

Steve Allen

Barbara Heller

Ginger

Ed Peck

Edwin G. Englehardt

Jeannine Riley

Lorraine Bell

Gavin MacLeod

1st Director

Jay Novello

Miguel

Themes & keywords

silent film star

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Comic in Italy?+

The Comic is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Comic on Netflix?+

The Comic is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is The Comic?+

The Comic has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Comic?+

The Comic stars Dick Van Dyke, Michele Lee, Mickey Rooney, Cornel Wilde and Nina Wayne.

When did The Comic come out?+

The Comic is a 1969 movie directed by Carl Reiner.

What genre is The Comic?+

The Comic is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Comic?+

The Comic was directed by Carl Reiner.