Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter
1991, English. Directed by Charles Jarrott.
Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter is described by CBS as "a dramatic love story" about the lives of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Charles JarrottDirector
- Frances FisherLucille Ball
- Robin Pearson RoseVivian Vance
- John WheelerWilliam Frawley
- Bette FordDe-De
- Edith DiazMother Arnaz
- Matthew FaisonHarry
- Liane LanglandMaureen O'Hara
- Patrick CroninDoc Bender
- Alan OppenheimerArthur Lyons
- Joyce BlairRoxana
- Don KeeferGrandpa Ball
- Roger RoseCousin Larry
Details
- Released
- 10 February 1991
- Written by
- Cynthia A. Cherbak, William Luce
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Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter: quick answers
Is Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter worth watching?
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How long is Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter?
Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter have a post-credits scene?
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Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter on?
Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter?
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Who directed Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter?
Lucy & Desi: Before the Laughter (1991) was directed by Charles Jarrott and stars Frances Fisher, Robin Pearson Rose, John Wheeler.