Cracking Up
Synopsis
What would happen if a 9.7 magnitude earthquake were to strike the L.A. area? This is what "Cracking Up" looks at from the lighter side. The movie is composed of individual skits of original material by the actors spun around this hypothetical disaster.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rowby Goren, Chuck Staley
- Screenplay & Story
- Neal Israel, Peter Bergman, Credibility Gap, Phil Proctor
- Original Title
- Cracking Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Comedy Jam Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rowby Goren, Chuck Staley
Neal Israel, Peter Bergman, Credibility Gap, Phil Proctor
Robert E. Collins
Rodger Parker
C.D. Taylor, Joe Roth, Rick Murray
Department Leadership Roster
Rowby Goren
Director
Chuck Staley
Director
Robert E. Collins
Director of Photography
Rodger Parker
Editor
Neal Israel
Writer
Peter Bergman
Writer
C.D. Taylor
Producer
Credibility Gap
Writer
Phil Proctor
Writer
Rick Murray
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cracking Up
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cracking Up about?
What would happen if a 9.7 magnitude earthquake were to strike the L.A. area? This is what "Cracking Up" looks at from the lighter side. The movie is composed of individual skits of original material by the actors spun around this hypothetical disaster.
Who directed Cracking Up?
Cracking Up was directed by Rowby Goren, Chuck Staley.
Who stars in Cracking Up?
The principal cast of Cracking Up includes Michael Mislove, Prairie Prince, Peter Bergman, Phil Proctor, Harry Shearer.
When was Cracking Up released and how long is it?
Cracking Up was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.