Comedian (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2002, Comedian is a comedy and documentary film directed by Christian Charles, running about 82 minutes. “Where does comedy come from?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A look at the work of two stand-up comics, Jerry Seinfeld and a lesser-known newcomer, detailing the effort and frustration behind putting together a successful act and career while living a life on the road.
Who’s in it. Comedian stars Jerry Seinfeld as Self, Orny Adams as Self, Greg Giraldo as Self and Jim Norton as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Comedian has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Comedian page.
If you liked it. Fans of Comedian tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Comedian (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Comedian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Comedian worth watching?
- Comedian holds an audience score of 6.7 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 Comedian?
- Comedian stars Jerry Seinfeld, Orny Adams, Greg Giraldo, Jim Norton and Sherrod Small.
- When was Comedian released?
- Comedian was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.