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Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago

Synopsis

One of Hicks's most famous quotes was delivered during a gig in Chicago - known s the "Infamous Bill Looses it in Chicago" show - in 1989 (later released as the bootleg I'm Sorry, Folks). After a heckler repeatedly shouted "Free Bird", Hicks screamed that "Hitler had the right idea, he was just an underachiever!" Hicks followed this remark with a misanthropic tirade calling for unbiased genocide against the whole of humanity.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1989

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
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Screenplay & Story
Bill Hicks
Original Title
Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
53m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Screenplay & Story

Bill Hicks

Department Leadership Roster

Bill Hicks

Bill Hicks

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago about?

One of Hicks's most famous quotes was delivered during a gig in Chicago - known s the "Infamous Bill Looses it in Chicago" show - in 1989 (later released as the bootleg I'm Sorry, Folks). After a heckler repeatedly shouted "Free Bird", Hicks screamed that "Hitler had the right idea, he was just an underachiever!" Hicks followed this remark with a misanthropic tirade calling for unbiased genocide against the whole of humanity.

Who directed Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago?

Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago was directed by Not specified.

Who stars in Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago?

The principal cast of Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago includes Bill Hicks.

When was Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago released and how long is it?

Bill Hicks: Bill Loses it in Chicago was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 53m.