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Capturing the essence and alchemy of all six seasons of what is now considered to be one of the most groundbreaking comedy television series of the last decade, Best Wishes, Warmest Regards is a gift to fans everywhere who have made the show their own. Included are character profiles from the cast of Johnny, Moira, David, and Alexis, and all of the characters that populate the town, major moments from Moira's endorsement of Herb Ertlinger Winery,...
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"Comedy legend Carol Burnett tells the hilarious behind-the-scenes story of her iconic weekly variety series, The Carol Burnett Show. Who but Carol Burnett herself has the timing, talent, and wit to pull back the curtain on the Emmy-Award winning show that made television history for eleven glorious seasons? In Such Good Company delves into little-known stories of the guests, sketches and antics that made the show legendary, as well as some favorite...
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2015.
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English
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In swinging 60s England, the nation is mesmerized by unlikely comedy star Sophie Straw, the former Blackpool beauty queen who just wants to make people laugh, like her heroine Lucille Ball. Behind the scenes, the cast and crew are having the time of their lives. But when the script begins to get a bit too close to home, and life starts imitating art, they all face a choice. The show's writers, Tony and Bill, comedy obsessives, each harbour a secret....
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Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"Alan Zweibel started his comedy career selling jokes for seven dollars apiece to the last of the Borscht Belt standups. Then one night, despite bombing on stage, he caught the attention of Lorne Michaels and became one of the first writers at Saturday Night Live, where he penned classic material for Gilda Radner, John Belushi, and all of the original Not Ready For Prime Time Players. From SNL, he went on to have a hand in a series of landmark shows--from...
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[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2014]
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English
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Former Senator Selina Meyer was a charismatic leader and a rising star in her party with her eye on the White House. Then she became vice president. Veep follows the whirlwind day-to day existence of Vice President Meyer as she puts out political fires, juggles a busy public schedule and demanding private life, and defends the president's interests, even as she tries to improve her dysfunctional relationship with the Chief Executive.
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Distributed by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2007]
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English
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Television series revolving around Danny Tanner and his three daughters, D.J., Stephanie and Michelle. In this final season, D.J. nears high school graduation, Michelle and Jesse wait for the cops instead of Santa on Christmas Eve, Stephanie starts her own band, Joey spends a freaky Super Bowl Sunday, Danny takes Valentine's Day advice from the King of Romance (Jesse, of course), and D.J. runs off to a wedding chapel, but not for the reason her family...
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Allworth Press
Pub. Date
[1999]
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English
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How to "jump start your funny bone" is the theme of this humorous, eye-opening guide to conceiving, writing, and marketing a winning TV sitcom.
The book tells how to construct a story outline, develop character and dialogue, format scripts, pitch producers, and work with studio executives, producers, directors, agents, and actors. Full of good laughs and tips for making a living in the business, this book is a boon to any writer wanting to break...
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Shout Factory
Pub. Date
2014.
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English
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Follows Captain Barney Miller of New York's 12th Precinct and his unlikely band of police detectives, including grumpy old man Phil Fish, Puerto Rican stand-up comedian Chano Amenguale, and gullible Stanley "Wojo" Wojciehowicz, as they combat crime.
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A&E Home Video
Pub. Date
[2005]
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English
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Michael Palin, globe-trotting adventurer and comedian's comedian, has somehow managed to sit still just long enough to put together his compilation of the very best of Monty Python, including the fan-favorites Fish Slapping Dance and The Cheese Shop.
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Anchor Bay Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2014]
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English
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A six-episode half-hour comedy series that follows Cam Calloway, a basketball phenom in his early twenties who is suddenly thrust into the limelight after signing a multi-million dollar contract with a professional basketball team in Atlanta. Cam, along with his cousin and confidant Reggie Vaughn, move to Georgia to start Cam's journey to success. The two confront the challenges of carrying needy family members and their strong ties to the impoverished...
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Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2018.
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English
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Netflix's BoJack Horseman has quickly become one of the most critically acclaimed animated comedy series in recent memory. Set in an off-kilter, cynically spun rendering of modern-day Hollywood, the show follows washed-up horse actor BoJack Horseman (voiced by Will Arnett) as he attempts to turn his life around. This is the official behind-the-scenes companion to this cult-hit series. Part oral history sourced from original interviews with the show's...
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Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2005]
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English
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Jerry and his friends are still dealing with everyday life and discussing various quirky situations that we can all relate to (especially if living in New York City). The eccentric personalities of the offbeat characters who make up Jerry's social circle contribute to the fun.
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Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2005]
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English
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Jerry and his friends are still dealing with everyday life and discussing various quirky situations that we can all relate to (especially if living in New York City). The eccentric personalities of the offbeat characters who make up Jerry's social circle contribute to the fun.
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Shout! Factory
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
These sixteen episodes showcase the edgy and subversive sketch comedy. The cast presented their twisted view of the early 80s to adventurous viewers on a weekly basis. It left audiences laughing long into the wee hours of the night. With top-notch musical guests as well as the show's infamous guest appearances, Fridays proved that late night comedy wasn't just for Saturday night.
Publisher
Shout Factory
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
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Captain Barney Miller is the kind of cop we'd all like to meet. He somehow manages to maintain order over a group of inner-city detectives who gamble for a hobby, get hit on by anything in skirts, go to renaissance philosophy conventions for fun, and would really prefer to be writing.
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