Laughter on the 23rd Floor (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2001, Laughter on the 23rd Floor is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Richard Benjamin, running about 102 minutes. “TV's top comic has everything. Except his sanity.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Inspired by Neil Simon's early career experience as a junior writer for Your Show of Shows, the play focuses on Sid Caesar/Jackie Gleason-like Max Prince, the star of a weekly comedy-variety show circa 1953, and his staff, including Simon's alter-ego Lucas Brickman, who maintains a running commentary on the writing, fighting, and wacky antics which take place in the writers' room
Who’s in it. Laughter on the 23rd Floor stars Nathan Lane as Max Prince, Mark Linn-Baker as Val Skotsky, Saul Rubinek as Ira Stone and Dan Castellaneta as Milt Fields, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Laughter on the 23rd Floor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Laughter on the 23rd Floor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Laughter on the 23rd Floor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Laughter on the 23rd Floor (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Laughter on the 23rd Floor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Laughter on the 23rd Floor worth watching?
- Laughter on the 23rd Floor holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Laughter on the 23rd Floor?
- Laughter on the 23rd Floor stars Nathan Lane, Mark Linn-Baker, Saul Rubinek, Dan Castellaneta and Richard Portnow.