The Comedian
Synopsis
Sammy Hogarth, a vaudeville comedian who now has his own TV show, is a ruthless egomaniac who demands instant obedience from his staff and heaps abuse on those in lesser positions than his. His most vituperative behavior, however, is reserved for his weak-willed brother, Lester, whom Sammy has hired as his assistant but whom he really uses as his whipping boy.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Screenplay & Story
- Ernest Lehman, Rod Serling
- Original Title
- The Comedian
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Playhouse 90, CBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Frankenheimer
Ernest Lehman, Rod Serling
Martin Manulis
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Manulis
Producer
John Frankenheimer
Director
Rod Serling
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Comedian
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What is The Comedian about?
Sammy Hogarth, a vaudeville comedian who now has his own TV show, is a ruthless egomaniac who demands instant obedience from his staff and heaps abuse on those in lesser positions than his. His most vituperative behavior, however, is reserved for his weak-willed brother, Lester, whom Sammy has hired as his assistant but whom he really uses as his whipping boy.
Who directed The Comedian?
The Comedian was directed by John Frankenheimer.
Who stars in The Comedian?
The principal cast of The Comedian includes Mickey Rooney, Kim Hunter, Edmond O'Brien, Mel Tormé, Constance Ford.
When was The Comedian released and how long is it?
The Comedian was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Is The Comedian based on a book or true story?
The Comedian is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ernest Lehman".