Through unprecedented backstage access and candid interviews, the film weaves through the absurd world of the working comedian and reveals a crazy and hilarious psychological profile of its practitioners. We also follow retired comic Ritch Shydner's attempt to climb back on stage after a thirteen-year hiatus. At the top of his game in the 1980's, Shydner had HBO specials, shot five pilot TV shows, and numerous late night appearances (Carson, Letterman, Leno, etc.) but the big time eluded him. Equipped with the collective wisdom and nutty musings of over 80 of his peers, he gives it another shot. Does Ritch have what it takes to connect with today's young crowds and still get the laughs?
Ahmed Ahmed
as Self
Franklyn Ajaye
as Self
Ant
as Self
Craig Anton
as Self
Tom Arnold
as Self
JoAnne Astrow
as Self
Dave Attell
as Self
Scott Aukerman
as Self
Lewis Black
as Self
Steve Bluestein
as Self
Alonzo Bodden
as Self
Jordan Brady
as Self
