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"Funny People" (2009)

Over the past few years, writer/director Judd Apatow has shown that nothing—not even losing your virginity or the miracle of childbirth—is sacred. About his third film behind the camera, he says, "I'm trying to make a very serious movie that is twice as funny as my other movies. Wish me luck!" Apatow directs Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen and Leslie Mann in "Funny People," the story of a famous comedian who has a near-death experience.
  1. Adam Sandler
  2. Eric Bana
  3. Jason Schwartzman

Movie Review: "Funny People"
"Funny People" is about funny people, obviously, but it's not just a comedy movie. Writer/director Judd Apatow's third film as a director is a poignant piece about a lonely, dying comedian (played by Apatow's college roommate, Adam Sandler).

Adam Sandler and Judd Apatow are Two Funny People
Adam Sandler and writer/director Judd Apatow discuss the comedy movie "Funny People," their friendship, playing a character who is dying, and stand-up acts.

"Funny People" Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos from the movie "Funny People" starring Eric Bana, Leslie Mann, Seth Rogen, Adam Sandler, Jonah Hill and Jason Schwartzman.

"Funny People" Exclusive Premiere Photos
xclusive gallery of photos from the premiere of the Universal Pictures movie "Funny People" featuring Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann, Judd Apatow, Jonah Hill, Aubrey Plaza, Eric Bana, Nicole Paone, Iris Apatow, Maude Apatow, Elizabeth Banks, Toni Collette, Zachary Levi, Anna Faris, Bryan Batt, Jimmy Kimmel, Kevin Nealon, Kevin Farley,...

On the Red Carpet - Adam Sandler and Judd Apatow
Adam Sandler and writer/director Judd Apatow go way back - the two were college roommates - but "Funny People" marks the first feature film the two funny people have done together.

On the Red Carpet - Seth Rogen and Aubrey Plaza
Funny guy Seth Rogen reunites with Judd Apatow for "Funny People," a comedy about a comedian who undergoes a life-changing experience. Joining Rogen on the red carpet for the film's premiere was Aubrey Plaza, a newcomer to the Apatow pack.

On the Red Carpet - Eric Bana and Nicole Paone
We're used to seeing Eric Bana in dramas, but with "Funny People" - a new comedy from director Judd Apatow and Adam Sandler - Bana shows off his comedic skills. Before making it big in America, Bana did stand-up and had a variety show in Australia.

On the Red Carpet - Jonah Hill, RZA, and Bryan Batt
It was a hot, hot, hot LA day when Universal Pictures hosted the premiere of "Funny People," but the extreme heat didn't keep the cast of the comedy movie - including Jonah Hill, RZA, and Bryan Batt - from hitting the red carpet to chat up the film.

Judd Apatow Interview
(April 2009) Of course Judd Apatow was one of the celebs at the LA premiere of "17 Again." The director's wife, Leslie Mann, is one of the film's stars. Apatow, always a great interview, chatted up his next movie "Funny People" while on the red carpet.

"Funny People" Movie Trailer
Trailer for the comedy movie "Funny People" with Adam Sandler directed by Judd Apatow.

"Funny People" Movie Credits
Cast and crew list for "Funny People," MPAA rating, and release date info.

"Funny People" Teaser Poster
"The third film from the writer/director of 'The 40 Year Old Virgin' and 'Knocked Up'"

Seth Rogen on "Funny People"
(Oct 2008) While doing press for "Zack and Miri Make a Porno," Rogen talked about reuniting with Judd Apatow for "Funny People."

Official "Funny People" Website
Universal Pictures' official site for "Funny People." Release Date: July 31, 2009

George Simmons
'Official' site for George Simmons - Adam Sandler's character in "Funny People."

Official MySpace Page
News on "Funny People" set for release on July 31, 2009.

Official Site for Randy (Aziz Ansari)
Universal Pictures describes Randy: "Randy is a superstar comic living in Los Angeles. In addition to being a show-stopping comic performer, he's socially conscious, too. Check out the 'Randy in Darfur' section of his website and find out where you can send your cashier checks to help support Randy…er, the cause."

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