Movie

Funny People

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

★ 5.9(1,440)20092h 26m

Funny People is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video in New Zealand. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Judd Apatow
Release date: 2009-07-30
Runtime: 2h 26m
Language: English
Box office: $71,600,000
Budget: $75,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

Funny People — trailer

About Funny People

Funny People is a 2009 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Judd Apatow, starring Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen and Leslie Mann. It has a runtime of 2 hours 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 1,440 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Funny People in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Adam Sandler

George Simmons

Seth Rogen

Ira Wright

Leslie Mann

Laura

Eric Bana

Clarke

Jonah Hill

Leo Koenig

Jason Schwartzman

Mark Taylor Jackson

Aubrey Plaza

Daisy Danby

RZA

Chuck

Aziz Ansari

Randy

Maude Apatow

Mable

Iris Apatow

Ingrid

Torsten Voges

Dr. Lars

Themes & keywords

male friendshipcomediancancer

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Funny People in New Zealand?+

In New Zealand, Funny People is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Funny People on Netflix?+

Funny People is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Funny People?+

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

Who stars in Funny People?+

Funny People stars Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann, Eric Bana and Jonah Hill.

When did Funny People come out?+

Funny People is a 2009 movie directed by Judd Apatow.

What genre is Funny People?+

Funny People is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Funny People?+

Funny People was directed by Judd Apatow.