Canned Laughter
1979, English. Directed by Geoffrey Sax.
Robert Box asks his colleague Lorraine out for a date. They go to a restaurant where Dave Perry tries to break it as a stand-up comedian.
- Runtime
- 0h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Canned Laughter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox, and Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Geoffrey SaxDirector
- Rowan AtkinsonRobert Box / Dave Perry / Mr. Marshall
- Sue HoldernessLorraine
- Joan ScottMrs. Nolan
- John J. CarneyBus Conductor
- Harry ShacklockOld Man
- George BelbinPassenger
- George RomanovForeigner
- Michael StaniforthSanders
- Martin WimbushLloyd
- Michael BrennanSecurity Guard
- Alan CurtisHead Waiter
- Christopher LillicrapWaiter
Details
- Released
- 8 April 1979
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Rowan Atkinson
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How long is Canned Laughter?
Canned Laughter runs 26 minutes (0h 26m).
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Which OTT platform is Canned Laughter on?
Canned Laughter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox, and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Canned Laughter?
If you liked Canned Laughter, try Jerry Seinfeld: 23 Hours to Kill, Dave Chappelle: The Closer, Shane Gillis: Beautiful Dogs.
Who directed Canned Laughter?
Canned Laughter (1979) was directed by Geoffrey Sax and stars Rowan Atkinson, Sue Holderness, Joan Scott.