I Am Comic (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2010, I Am Comic is a comedy and documentary film directed by Jordan Brady, running about 87 minutes. “An ode to the art & occupational hazards of Stand-Up Comedy” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Through unprecedented backstage access and candid interviews, the film weaves through the absurd world of the working comedian and reveals a crazy and hilarious psychological profile of its practitioners. We also follow retired comic Ritch Shydner's attempt to climb back on stage after a thirteen-year hiatus. At the top of his game in the 1980's, Shydner had HBO specials, shot five pilot TV shows, and numerous late night appearances (Carson, Letterman, Leno, etc.) but the big time eluded him. Equipped with the collective wisdom and nutty musings of over 80 of his peers, he gives it another shot. Does Ritch have what it takes to connect with today's young crowds and still get the laughs?
Who’s in it. I Am Comic stars Ahmed Ahmed as Self, Franklyn Ajaye as Self, Ant as Self and Craig Anton as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, I Am Comic has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Am Comic page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Am Comic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Am Comic (2010)?
- In US, I Am Comic is available to stream on YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is I Am Comic worth watching?
- I Am Comic holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I Am Comic?
- I Am Comic stars Ahmed Ahmed, Franklyn Ajaye, Ant, Craig Anton and Tom Arnold.
- When was I Am Comic released?
- I Am Comic was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.