Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin'
Synopsis
Richard Pryor: Live & Smokin' is the first stand-up act of Richard Pryor to be filmed out of the four that were released in total. This film was filmed in 1971 but not released until 1985, on VHS. This was the first stand-up act that Pryor did before he hit the mainstream audience. With only 48 minutes of footage, it is the shortest of Pryor's stand-up routines.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 29, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Blum
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Pryor
- Original Title
- Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin'
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 48m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Blum
Richard Pryor
Michael Blum
Michael Blum
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Blum
Director
Richard Pryor
Writer
Michael Blum
Director of Photography
Michael Blum
Producer
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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What is Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin' about?
Richard Pryor: Live & Smokin' is the first stand-up act of Richard Pryor to be filmed out of the four that were released in total. This film was filmed in 1971 but not released until 1985, on VHS. This was the first stand-up act that Pryor did before he hit the mainstream audience. With only 48 minutes of footage, it is the shortest of Pryor's stand-up routines.
Who directed Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin'?
Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin' was directed by Michael Blum.
Who stars in Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin'?
The principal cast of Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin' includes Richard Pryor.
When was Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin' released and how long is it?
Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin' was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 48m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin'?
Richard Pryor: Live and Smokin' holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).