The 25+ Best George Carlin Movies
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1Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, George CarlinIn the zany, comedic sci-fi film Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, two high school slackers, Bill (Alex Winter) and Ted (Keanu Reeves), encounter an unexpected twist of fate. A visitor from the future bestows upon them a time-traveling phone booth to aid their quest for knowledge. The duo embarks on a wild journey through time, meeting historical figures like Napoleon Bonaparte and Socrates along the way. This whirlwind adventure tests their friendship and alters their perspective on life. It's a cultural odyssey, marked by humor and history, that showcases the dynamic performances of its lead actors.- Dig Deeper...Small But Accurate Details In 'Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure'
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2George Carlin: Personal Favorites
George Carlin: Personal Favorites is a 1996 comedy film written by George Carlin and directed by Rocco Urbisci.
3George CarlinGeorge Carlin: George's Best Stuff is a 1996 comedy film written by George Carlin and directed by Rocco Urbisci.
4Ben Affleck, Linda Fiorentino, Matt DamonIn the provocative comedy-drama Dogma, fallen angels Loki (Matt Damon) and Bartleby (Ben Affleck) discover a theological loophole that could get them back into Heaven, potentially ending existence. Metatron (Alan Rickman), God's messenger, recruits Bethany Sloane (Linda Fiorentino), a disillusioned Catholic, to stop this disaster. As they embark on their mission, they encounter diverse characters like Jay and Silent Bob (Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith), Rufus the 13th Apostle (Chris Rock), and Serendipity (Salma Hayek). Directed by Kevin Smith, Dogma is a bold exploration of faith and redemption wrapped in irreverent humor.More Dogma
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5George CarlinCarlin on Campus is the 10th album and fourth HBO special by American comedian George Carlin recorded April 18–19, 1984. The show features mostly new material. The opening features Carlin in Catholic School with a short version of "Class Clown" and animation shorts. The ending features Carlin playing piano to an original song called "Armadillo Blues." George Carlin's twelfth comedy album was also called Carlin On Campus. It includes new material, non sequiturs and extended sequences of two of his most famous routines, Baseball and Football and An Incomplete List of Impolite Words. The content of this album is almost 50% different from the similarly titled HBO Special.
6George CarlinIt's Bad for Ya is the 19th and final album, and 14th and final HBO stand-up comedy special by stand-up comedian George Carlin. It was televised live on March 1, 2008 on HBO, less than four months before he died of heart failure at age 71. The album is the follow-up to the 2005 HBO special Life Is Worth Losing. Carlin worked on this material since ending his "Life Is Worth Losing" Tour. The working title for this show was The Parade of Useless Bullshit. Filmed in the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa, California, the show's stage behind Carlin was designed to represent a cozy living room theme. The CD was released July 29, and the DVD and Blu-ray Disc on November 25. It's Bad For Ya received the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album, awarded posthumously.
7George Carlin: Doin' It Again
George Carlin, Rocco UrbisciGeorge Carlin: Doin' It Again is a 1990 comedy film written by George Carlin and directed by Rocco Urbisci.
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9George Carlin: Life Is Worth Losing
Life Is Worth Losing is the 18th album and thirteenth HBO special by American comedian George Carlin. It was recorded simultaneously with the live broadcast of the HBO special of the same title, his 13th HBO stand-up comedy special, and was his final special recorded from the Beacon Theater. It is the first project Carlin had undertaken since completing drug rehabilitation in 2005. Early on in the program, Carlin proudly announces that he was 341 days sober at the time of the recording, and that 2006 will be his 50th year in show business.
10Ben Affleck, Jeff Anderson, Diedrich BaderJay and Silent Bob Strike Back, a comedy directed by Kevin Smith, centers on the shenanigans of two characters: Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Kevin Smith). When they discover a movie is being made about their comic book alter egos, Bluntman and Chronic, they set out to sabotage it. Along the way, they encounter an array of colorful characters, including Federal Wildlife Marshal Willenholly (Will Ferrell) and Justice (Shannon Elizabeth), a jewel thief with a heart of gold. This comedic romp takes the duo from New Jersey to Hollywood in a zany quest for justice.- #605 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- #405 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
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11Richard Pryor, Franklin Ajaye, George CarlinThis day-in-the-life cult comedy focuses on a group of friends working at Sully Boyar's Car Wash in the Los Angeles ghetto. The team meets dozens of eccentric customers -- including a smooth-talking preacher (Richard Pryor), a wacky cab driver (George Carlin) and an ex-convict -- while cracking politically incorrect jokes to a constant soundtrack of disco and funk. Some of the workers find romance as the day moves along, but most are just happy to get through another shift.More Car Wash- #495 of 633 onThe 600+ Funniest Movies Of All Time
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12Shelley Long, Bette Midler, Peter CoyoteBombastic wannabe actress Sandy Borzinsky (Bette Midler) and persnickety Hollywood hopeful Lauren Ames (Shelley Long) land in the same popular acting class and immediately find they can't stand one another. Worse still, the natural adversaries realize they share the same boyfriend, Michael Sanders (Peter Coyote), who then dies suddenly in an explosion. Believing he's still alive, they set out to find him, only to discover they're being chased by spies, and that Michael is not who they thought.
13Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, William SadlerIn the spirited sequel Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, our beloved time-traveling duo, Bill (Alex Winter) and Ted (Keanu Reeves), find themselves embroiled in an otherworldly adventure. Devious doppelgangers, sent from the future by the villainous De Nomolos (Joss Ackland), aim to alter history's course by eliminating our heroes. The pair navigate a surreal underworld, engage in cosmic games and even encounter Death himself (William Sadler). This comedy-fantasy flick, directed by Peter Hewitt, is a wild ride through space and time, filled with unique characters and unforgettable scenes. It showcases an inventive blend of humor, science fiction elements, and rock 'n' roll spirit.- #532 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
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14Owen Wilson, Paul Newman, Bonnie HuntIn the animated film Cars, Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson), a brash racecar finds himself in a forgotten town, Radiator Springs. There, he meets an array of unique characters like Mater (Larry the Cable Guy) and Doc Hudson (Paul Newman). Through these interactions, McQueen learns the value of friendship and humility. Directed by John Lasseter, this film won the first Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film. A blend of comedy, adventure, and drama, Cars is a heartwarming tale about slowing down to appreciate life's simpler pleasures.More Cars- #54 of 452 onThe 400+ Best Animated Kids Movies
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15Mel Brooks, George Carlin, Buddy Hackett
16Bill Cosby, David Letterman, Jay LenoA woman tries to get her family back together following ten years of estrangement.
17Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze, Andy DickFairy Tale Land becomes a realm of happy endings gone wrong when Cinderella's wicked stepmother, Frieda (Sigourney Weaver), joins forces with legendary villains to tip the balance between good and evil. With events spinning wildly out of control, Cinderella (Sarah Michelle Gellar), or Ella for short, must lead a resistance movement to defeat Frieda and restore order to the kingdom.More Happily N'Ever After- #11 of 293 on250+ Movies And Shows With After In The Title
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18Doris Day, Brian Keith, Pat CarrollAbby McClure (Doris Day) starts dating Jake Iverson (Brian Keith), and soon they're planning a wedding. But the relationship is complicated, as widow Abby's three sons clash with the daughter Jake fathered with his late wife. One night, a misunderstanding lands Abby in jail, and when the four children learn of the incident, they help Jake bring her home. Though they wouldn't have planned it this way, these new family members just might be getting over their growing pains.
19Ben Affleck, Liv Tyler, George CarlinOllie Trinke (Ben Affleck) is young and at the top of his game as a music promoter. He is both a workaholic and a silver-tongued expert at manipulating the press. At a company Christmas party, Ollie meets Gertrude Steiney (Jennifer Lopez), a book editor for a New York publishing house. They are instantly attracted to each other, and begin a whirlwind romance that changes the course of his personal and professional life.More Jersey Girl- #28 of 50 onThe Best Movies About Men Raising Kids
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20Mud Glorious Mud
Isabella the Sentinel Lorry is one very vain Sentinel Lorry indeed, who is most proud of her looks and takes it in her stride to do everything she can to keep her looks as they are! “Mind my paint!” she is always heard to say, often at the most unlikely of times, even if in a dangerous situation! Isabella especially hates being covered in horrible, mucky mud. But she may just have to endure such an undesirable thing, upon the other Pack members running out of fuel, as she is the only one left with enough to collect some more. The fuel is all the way across some fields, which is quite some distance. But it’s not the distance Isabella worries about – it’s all the mud covering the fields!
21Jay Leno, George Carlin, Elvis CostelloAmericathon is a 1979 American comedy film starring John Ritter, Fred Willard, Peter Riegert, Harvey Korman, and Nancy Morgan, with narration by George Carlin, based on a play by Firesign Theatre alumni Phil Proctor and Peter Bergman. The film also includes appearances by Jay Leno, Meat Loaf, Tommy Lasorda, and Chief Dan George, with a musical performance by Elvis Costello. Being cast 20 years into the future, the film contains many prophetic elements, such as: predicting the demise of the Soviet Union, the prevalence of reality television, and the sale of public assets to the private sector Also, The Beach Boys are shown still together and recording in 1998.
22George CarlinJustin Case is a 1988 television film by Blake Edwards. George Carlin stars as a private investigator named Justin Case. Justin is found dead in his office by Jennifer Spalding who is an out of work dancer there for an interview for a secretary/receptionist position. Justin comes back as a ghost that only Jennifer can see, and convinces her to help unravel the mystery of his murder. From an idea by Edwards' daughter, actress Jennifer Edwards, a pilot was made for a proposed TV series, however only the pilot was made and plans for a series were later abandoned. The TV movie was produced by the Blake Edwards Company in association with Walt Disney Television.
23Ben Stiller, George Carlin, Dan CastellanetaWorking Tra$h is a 1990 television film and one of the first TV movies made for the then-burgeoning Fox Network. The film stars George Carlin and also features a young Ben Stiller in his first leading role.
24Anna Faris, Anthony Anderson, Leslie NielsenIn Scary Movie 3, directed by David Zucker, comedic chaos ensues. Cindy Campbell (Anna Faris) is a news reporter caught in a whirlwind of paranormal activity and alien invasion. She encounters the eccentric President Baxter Harris (Leslie Nielsen), while also dealing with a cryptic video tape and crop circles. Notably, it parodies several Hollywood blockbusters. Simultaneously ludicrous and entertaining, this film delivers an array of pop culture references, clever gags, and outrageous situations. It's a wild ride through the absurdities of both horror and sci-fi genres, with a humorous twist.More Scary Movie 3- #73 of 81 onThe Greatest Female-Led Comedy Movies
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25Harrison Chad, George Carlin, Brad GarrettPredating his adventures as an adult vine-swinger, this animated feature has awkward teenager Tarzan (Harrison Chad) searching for an identity when he realizes that he's out of place among the apes that have raised him. He ventures out into the jungle and imitates a series of other animals to see if they might be better role models. This approach does not succeed. It's only when he meets a reclusive ape (George Carlin) that his journey toward self-discovery nears its destination.More Tarzan II- #20 of 20 onHollywood's Tarzan Movies List
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26Mila Kunis, Ben Stiller, George CarlinHoney, We Shrunk Ourselves is a 1997 live-action direct-to-video sequel to Honey, I Shrunk the Kids and Honey, I Blew Up the Kid. It is the third and final film in the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids trilogy. The directorial debut of cinematographer Dean Cundey and released through Walt Disney Home Video, it tells the story of the "nutty" inventor Wayne Szalinski as he accidentally shrinks his wife, brother, sister-in-law, and himself with his electromagnetic shrink ray. Rick Moranis returns to portray Wayne Szalinski.- #18 of 56 onThe 50+ Best PG Adventure Movies For Families
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27Nick Nolte, Barbra Streisand, Blythe DannerA New York psychiatrist treating an emotionally scarred woman finds it helpful to discuss her South Carolina family's troubled history with the woman's twin brother. He and the psychiatrist find themselves drawn together by their equally turbulent pasts, and they form an alliance which ultimately leads to romance.More The Prince of Tides- #55 of 86 onThe Best Movies Of 1991, Ranked
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