Movie

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World

★ 4.9(35)20061h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Albert Brooks
Release date: 2006-01-20
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Shangri-La Entertainment

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World — trailer

About Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World is a 2006 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Albert Brooks, starring Albert Brooks, Amy Ryan and Sheetal Sheth. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.9/10 from 35 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

To improve its relations with Muslim countries, the United States government sends comedian Albert Brooks to south Asia to write a report on what makes followers of Islam laugh.

Cast

Albert Brooks

Amy Ryan

Emily Brooks

Sheetal Sheth

Maya

Fred Thompson

Sen. Fred Dalton Thompson

Penny Marshall

Victoria Burrows

Casting Director

John Carroll Lynch

Stewart

Jon Tenney

Mark

Paul Eric Jerome

Studio Executive

Emma Lockhart

Laura

B.J. Ward

Barbara Nader

Tony Montero

Don Budge

Themes & keywords

satiresimulated reality political satire

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World in Japan?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World on Netflix?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World stars Albert Brooks, Amy Ryan, Sheetal Sheth, Fred Thompson and Penny Marshall.

When did Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World come out?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World is a 2006 movie directed by Albert Brooks.

What genre is Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World is Comedy film.

Who directed Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World?+

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World was directed by Albert Brooks.