I'm Dying Up Here
In 1970s L.A., struggling comics pursue success at famed comedy clubs, exploring the darker motivations of an industry where making audiences laugh is no laughing matter. Based on William Knoedelseder's book.
- Rated
- TV-MA
- Runtime
- 1h
- Released
- 2017
- Country
- United States
Details
Release year: 2017
Storyline
In 1970s L.A., struggling comics pursue success at famed comedy clubs, exploring the darker motivations of an industry where making audiences laugh is no laughing matter. Based on William Knoedelseder's book.
Top credits
Melissa Leo ā Goldie Herschlag
Ari Graynor ā Cassie Feder
Michael Angarano ā Eddie Zeidel
Clark Duke ā Ron Shack
Did you know
ā¢ Goldie Herschlag (Melissa Leo) was inspired by legendary LA comedy club owner Mitzi Shore who, like Goldie, mentored, personally auditioned and sometimes housed the comics (including co creator Jim Carrey) who appeared in her club.
ā¢ Clark Duke and Jake Lacy appeared together as interns on the last season of The Office. Andrew Santino and Jim Carrey also appeared in earlier episodes of the series.
ā¢ This is the second time Sebastian Stan and Clark Duke have worked together, the first being Hot Tub Time Machine (2010).
Episodes
20 episodes ā 2 seasons
User reviews
Brilliant and genuine
Keep watching!
This isn't a comedy, its a period drama.....and a damn good one!
Technical specs
- Aspect ratio
- 16:9 HD
- Color
- Color
