Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?
1999, English. Directed by Larry Carroll.
For fans of comedy, Sam Kinison needs no introduction. His scathing comedy tackled tough topics no other comedian dared to touch. Fed up and disenfranchised with his career as a Pentacostal preacher, Sam left the ministry to try his hand at comedy. Almost immediately, and thanks in part to the foresight of Rodney Dangerfield who showcased Sam on an HBO special, his piercing scream, extreme humor and irreverent take on life attracted attention. Containing rare, early footage of Sam preaching and performing stand up at the world famous Comedy Store, the Award Winning "Why Did We Laugh" tells the story of a comedic genius who touched a deeper chord in people than most entertainers. Sadly, Sam was taken from us far too early, yet leaving us with a lasting and unique legacy.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Troma NOW in India.
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Details
- Released
- 1 April 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sam Kinison, Larry Carroll
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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?: quick answers
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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Troma NOW in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh??
If you liked Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?, try Trevor Noah: You Laugh But It's True, Kevin Hart: What Now?, Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie.
Who directed Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh??
Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? (1999) was directed by Larry Carroll and stars Sam Kinison, Richard Pryor, Rodney Dangerfield.