Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution
“Changing the world one joke at a time.”
Synopsis
This rapturous documentary steps into the dynamic world of queer stand-up and examines the powerful cultural influence it has had on social change in America. The film combines rare archival materials, stand-up performances, and interviews with a show-stopping lineup to present a definitive history of queer comedy.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Teaser • Published 2024-04-17
Top Cast
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Lily Tomlin
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Rosie O'Donnell
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Sandra Bernhard
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Wanda Sykes
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Tig Notaro
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Suzy Eddie Izzard
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Patti Harrison
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Joel Kim Booster
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Billy Eichner
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Mae Martin
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Fortune Feimster
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Marsha Warfield
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Margaret Cho
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Scott Thompson
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Gina Yashere
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Judy Gold
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Hannah Gadsby
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James Adomian
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 18, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Page Hurwitz
- Screenplay & Story
- Page Hurwitz
- Original Title
- Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Push It Productions, Union Editorial, Brian Graden Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Page Hurwitz
Page Hurwitz
Wanda Sykes, Page Hurwitz, Katherine LeBlond, Dave Mace, LB Horschler
Department Leadership Roster
Page Hurwitz
Writer
Page Hurwitz
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution about?
This rapturous documentary steps into the dynamic world of queer stand-up and examines the powerful cultural influence it has had on social change in America. The film combines rare archival materials, stand-up performances, and interviews with a show-stopping lineup to present a definitive history of queer comedy.
Who directed Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution?
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution was directed by Page Hurwitz.
Who stars in Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution?
The principal cast of Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution includes Lily Tomlin, Rosie O'Donnell, Sandra Bernhard, Wanda Sykes, Tig Notaro.
When was Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution released and how long is it?
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution?
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).