Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip
Synopsis
Richard Pryor's stand-up act includes his frank discussion about his freebasing addiction, as well as the infamous night on June 9, 1980 that he caught on fire.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joe Layton
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Pryor
- Original Title
- Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Rastar Productions, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joe Layton
Richard Pryor
Haskell Wexler
Sheldon Kahn
Richard Pryor
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Baugh
Production Design
Richard Pryor
Producer
Richard Pryor
Writer
Joe Layton
Director
Sheldon Kahn
Editor
Haskell Wexler
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip
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What is Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip about?
Richard Pryor's stand-up act includes his frank discussion about his freebasing addiction, as well as the infamous night on June 9, 1980 that he caught on fire.
Who directed Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip?
Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip was directed by Joe Layton.
Who stars in Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip?
The principal cast of Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip includes Richard Pryor, Gene Cross, Julie Hampton, Jesse Jackson.
When was Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip released and how long is it?
Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip?
Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).