Why We Laugh: Funny Women

Personal, bold and extremely funny stories from the courageous women of comedy.

An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today's most prominent female voices in stand-up comedy and entertainment, this revealing documentary sheds light on the legacy of the female comedian and the dedication, courage and passion that is required to be successful in the male dominated stand-up comedy business.

Cast

Joan Rivers

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Kathy Griffin

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Whoopi Goldberg

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Kathy Najimy

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Lily Tomlin

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Aisha Tyler

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Brett Butler

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Sandra Bernhard

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Paula Poundstone

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Janeane Garofalo

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Crew

Bernard Gourley

Director

Bambi Haggins

Screenplay

Quincy Newell

Story

Spencer Averick

Co-Producer

Jeff Clanagan

Executive Producer

Sheila Ducksworth

Producer

Quincy Newell

Producer

Joan Rivers

Executive Producer

Candice Wilson

Associate Producer

Lev Berlak

Original Music Composer

Clips & Videos

Why We Laugh: Funny Women - Trailer