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IMDb202149m

The Joke Starts Now

“Get ready to laugh.”

Synopsis

In 1992, Holy City, California, Chester Chuckle rocks, shocks, and tickles the funny bone of the crowd at Dave's Hyuck Hyuck Club.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Digital Streaming Debut

March 17, 2021

VOD & Digital Platforms

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$100

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Elijahwan Butler
Screenplay & Story
Elijahwan Butler
Original Score
Elijahwan Butler
Original Title
The Joke Starts Now
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
49m
Production Budget
$100
Production Studios
Dream Distribution

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Elijahwan Butler

Screenplay & Story

Elijahwan Butler

Original Score & Music

Elijahwan Butler

Director of Photography

Elijahwan Butler

Film Editing

Elijahwan Butler

Producers

Elijahwan Butler

Department Leadership Roster

Elijahwan Butler

Elijahwan Butler

Editor

Elijahwan Butler

Elijahwan Butler

Director

Elijahwan Butler

Elijahwan Butler

Director of Photography

Elijahwan Butler

Elijahwan Butler

Producer

Elijahwan Butler

Elijahwan Butler

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Joke Starts Now.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Joke Starts Now

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

What is The Joke Starts Now about?

In 1992, Holy City, California, Chester Chuckle rocks, shocks, and tickles the funny bone of the crowd at Dave's Hyuck Hyuck Club.

Who directed The Joke Starts Now?

The Joke Starts Now was directed by Elijahwan Butler.

Who stars in The Joke Starts Now?

The principal cast of The Joke Starts Now includes Elijahwan Butler.

When was The Joke Starts Now released and how long is it?

The Joke Starts Now was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 49m.

Who composed the musical score for The Joke Starts Now?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Joke Starts Now was composed by Elijahwan Butler.