Funny People (2009)
Director
Judd Apatow
Main cast
Adam Sandler; Seth Rogen; Leslie Mann; Eric Bana; Jonah Hill
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Description
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.
Judd Apatow
Main cast
Adam Sandler; Seth Rogen; Leslie Mann; Eric Bana; Jonah Hill
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Description
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.
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