The Origins of Wit and Humor
2015, English. Directed by Christian Gridelli.
A comedy about the neediness of comedy.
A comedy writer's need for approval leads him to a wonder elixir that bends his world into a surreal landscape of comedy tropes, which forces him to explore his own worth outside the writer's room.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Christian GridelliDirector
- Joe HursleyLes Candalero
- Steve LemmeJim 'Pops' Poppas
- Karisa BruinDebra
- Grace McPhillipsRachel Poppas
- Kaelan StrouseGary
- Aurora Adachi-WinterJogging Girl 1
- Daryl AnisfeldCarmella
- Devin BetheaHot Dog Prodigy
- Vijay BhargavaGardener
- Katelyn BittkeErica
- Christy BonstellFran Tender
- Gary BrichettoCaesar
Details
- Released
- 23 April 2015
- Country
- United States of America
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Is The Origins of Wit and Humor worth watching?
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How long is The Origins of Wit and Humor?
The Origins of Wit and Humor runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Origins of Wit and Humor have a post-credits scene?
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The Origins of Wit and Humor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Origins of Wit and Humor is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Origins of Wit and Humor on?
The Origins of Wit and Humor isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Origins of Wit and Humor?
If you liked The Origins of Wit and Humor, try Zach Galifianakis: Live at the Purple Onion, Fun with Dick and Jane, The Ladies Man.
Who directed The Origins of Wit and Humor?
The Origins of Wit and Humor (2015) was directed by Christian Gridelli and stars Joe Hursley, Steve Lemme, Karisa Bruin.