Gallagher
Synopsis
With his witty wordplay and wacky props, Leo Gallagher became one of the biggest comedy acts of the 1980s. The comedian’s most famous bit: smashing a watermelon with a giant mallet to the messy delight of audiences. His signature act was a gift and a curse, shooting him to superstardom while breeding both dismissive detractors and imitators, including his own brother. As tastes change, the aging Gallagher seeks the respect he deserves as an innovator in the art of stand-up comedy.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Josh Forbes
- Original Title
- Gallagher
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- September Club
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josh Forbes
Barry Poltermann
Jeremy Coon, Barry Poltermann, Daniel Kellison
Department Leadership Roster
Josh Forbes
Director
Jeremy Coon
Producer
Barry Poltermann
Producer
Daniel Kellison
Producer
Barry Poltermann
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What is Gallagher about?
With his witty wordplay and wacky props, Leo Gallagher became one of the biggest comedy acts of the 1980s. The comedian’s most famous bit: smashing a watermelon with a giant mallet to the messy delight of audiences. His signature act was a gift and a curse, shooting him to superstardom while breeding both dismissive detractors and imitators, including his own brother. As tastes change, the aging Gallagher seeks the respect he deserves as an innovator in the art of stand-up comedy.
Who directed Gallagher?
Gallagher was directed by Josh Forbes.
Who stars in Gallagher?
The principal cast of Gallagher includes Gallagher, Bill Burr, Carrot Top, Jimmy Kimmel, Howie Mandel.
When was Gallagher released and how long is it?
Gallagher was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.