The Comic (1969)

Genre : Drama, TV Movie

Runtime : 1H 18M

Director : Alan Clarke

Synopsis

The story of a comedian with a talent close to genius but with an insecurity problem.

Actors

George Cole
George Cole
Tod
Isabel Dean
Isabel Dean
Peggy
Renée Houston
Renée Houston
Olive
Hilary Dwyer
Hilary Dwyer
Judy

Crews

Alan Clarke
Alan Clarke
Director
John Hale
John Hale
Writer
Kenith Trodd
Kenith Trodd
Producer
Andrew Drummond
Andrew Drummond
Production Design

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