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Funny Bones (1995)

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Reviews Counted:17

Fresh:11

Rotten:6

Average Rating:6.5/10

Runtime: 2 hrs 8 mins

Genre: Comedies

Synopsis: A wildly eccentric film about a struggling stand-up comedian who must find his own voice outside his famous father's comedic orbit. Tommy tries out an act in Las Vegas, but his egoistic father... A wildly eccentric film about a struggling stand-up comedian who must find his own voice outside his famous father's comedic orbit. Tommy tries out an act in Las Vegas, but his egoistic father George derails the show. In frustration, Tommy scolds the audience and bolts from the stage, and flees town. He goes back to his childhood home, the seaside vaudeville hub of Blackpool, England, in search of inspiration. The comedians he auditions there are a disappointing, Fellini-esque lot from the past. Then Tommy meets Jack, who is both genuinely very funny and very scary. Seeing Jack and his family perform their act, Tommy realizes that George is not the original he pretends to be. [More]

Starring: Oliver Platt, Jerry Lewis, Richard Griffiths, Oliver Reed

Starring: Oliver Platt, Jerry Lewis, Richard Griffiths, Oliver Reed, George Carl, Leslie Caron, Lee Evans

Director: Peter Chelsom

Director: Peter Chelsom

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  • Funny Bones
  • Acclaimed by critics everywhere for its zany comedy and terrific cast, FUNNY BONES is big laughs for everyone! Struggling in the shadow of his famous comedian father (world-renowned entertainer Jerry Lewis), a young comic (Oliver Platt -- THE THREE MUSKETEERS, GUN SHY) retreats to his old hometown when his act bombs in Las Vegas. Ready to try anything for inspiration, he's in for more than a few surprises before learning that his own eccentric family is the best material for a perfect act! You'll want to discover for yourself this uncommon comedy treat that's packed with unforgettable fun!
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    Odd drama about eccentric show biz family, featuring Jerry Lewis in rare dramatic role.

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    Fascinating and quirky little movie with great bits from Oliver Reed and Leslie Caron.

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    It has its moments, but not enough of them.

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    Lee Evans steals every scene he's in.

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