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Why We Laugh: Funny Women

“Personal, bold and extremely funny stories from the courageous women of comedy.”

★ 7.2(3)20131h 27m

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Director: Bernard Gourley
Release date: 2013-03-21
Runtime: 1h 27m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Codeblack Films

Why We Laugh: Funny Women — trailer

About Why We Laugh: Funny Women

Why We Laugh: Funny Women is a 2013 movie in the Documentary and Comedy genres, directed by Bernard Gourley, starring Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin and Whoopi Goldberg. It has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Why We Laugh: Funny Women in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today's most prominent female voices in stand-up comedy and entertainment, this revealing documentary sheds light on the legacy of the female comedian and the dedication, courage and passion that is required to be successful in the male dominated stand-up comedy business.

Cast

Joan Rivers

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Kathy Griffin

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Whoopi Goldberg

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Kathy Najimy

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Lily Tomlin

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Aisha Tyler

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Brett Butler

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Sandra Bernhard

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Paula Poundstone

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Janeane Garofalo

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Amy Hill

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Jane Leeves

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Why We Laugh: Funny Women in Japan?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Why We Laugh: Funny Women on Netflix?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Why We Laugh: Funny Women?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

Who stars in Why We Laugh: Funny Women?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women stars Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Najimy and Lily Tomlin.

When did Why We Laugh: Funny Women come out?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women is a 2013 movie directed by Bernard Gourley.

What genre is Why We Laugh: Funny Women?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women is Documentary and Comedy film.

Who directed Why We Laugh: Funny Women?+

Why We Laugh: Funny Women was directed by Bernard Gourley.