Lilah Krytsick is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.
Sally Field
as Lilah Krytsick
Tom Hanks
as Steven Gold
John Goodman
as John Krytsick
Mark Rydell
as Romeo
Kim Greist
as Madeline Urie
Paul Mazursky
as Arnold
Damon Wayans
as Percy
Taylor Negron
as Albert Emperato
Pam Matteson
as Utica Blake
George McGrath
as Brian, the Singing Nun
Barry Neikrug
as Krug
Ángel Salazar
as Rico
