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Saturday Night Live: A Tribute to Chris Farley (1998)
Character: Self
Chris Farley was one of the most popular comedians of the 1990s, thanks to his hilarious skits on "Saturday Night Live," which featured Matt Foley, everyone's favorite motivational speaker, the Chippendales dancer (alongside Patrick Swayze) and more. This program pays proper homage to Farley, who was an "SNL" cast member starting in the spring of 1990, with numerous clips and exclusive backstage footage.
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The Shot (1996)
Character: Dana Carvey
This low-budget satire takes a shot a Hollywood as it follows two desperate, unsuccessful actors, Dern Reel and Patrick St. Patrick, who steal 10 recently shot rolls of film from Tinseltown's newest darling, the director David Egoman, and hold them for ransom.
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Fire on the Track: The Steve Prefontaine Story (1995)
Character: Himself
Pre embodied the spirit of athletic excellence. He had a belief in self and sport that transcended all but the outer reaches of human speed and endurance. As a freshman, he appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, which hailed him as "America's Distance Prodigy". By the time he died in a tragic auto accident at the age of 24, Pre held all 7 American records between 2,000 and 10,000 meters. Off the track, he fought relentlessly for the rights of amateur athletes to prosper for their sacrifices. Narrated by Ken Kesey, Fire On the Track is the story of this young lion's life, as told through rare footage and the memories of those who knew him best - his teammates, coaches, family and friends. Interviews include David Bedford, Frank Shorter, Ian Stewart, Bill Bowerman, Jeff Galloway, Dick Buerkle, Lasse Viren, Dana Carvey, Mac Wilkins, Kenny Moore, Dave Wottle, Alberto Salazar, and many more.
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The Comedy Club (2016)
Character: Self
When a fire destroys Cobb's Comedy Club in San Francisco, defiant owner Tom Sawyer and his crew of comedians rebuild it, hoping to revive the struggling indie comedy scene.
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41 on 41 (2015)
Character: Self
Interviewees discuss the life of former president George H. W. Bush
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3 Still Standing (2014)
Character: N/A
Three stand-up comedians seek fame and fortune in the hottest comedy scene in the world: San Francisco in the 1980s.
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The 100 Funniest Moments of the 20th Century: The Unexpected (1995)
Character: George H. W. Bush
This hilarious collection of accidental comedy is packed with unforgettable foul-ups by an all-star comedy cast, plus wedding bloopers, sports blunders and everyday snafus that add up to a laugh-a-minute! See uproarious out-takes, from the days when television was "live" - including Sid Caesar and Imogene Coca's send-ups of A Trolleycar Named Desire & From Here to Obscurity. Plus, footage of world leaders and famous celebrities caught with egg on their well-known faces, from Bogie to Bette Davis, from James Cagney to Claudette Colbert. See Princess Di hitting Prince Charles over the head with a special effects champagne bottle, Gerald Ford tripping, George Bush bowling, Richard Nixon in an unexpected duet with Pearl Bailey. Not even John Wayne can get it right! Don't miss the talking horse, the elephant artist, sports mishaps by the world's finest athletes - and much, much more! This cavalcade of fluffs & flubs, surprises & snafus adds up to one of the funniest comedy collections ever!
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Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary (1989)
Character: Self
A TV special celebrating the 15th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, many of the former cast members and guest hosts return to perform their signature monologues and present a look back at some of the best comedy skits and musical numbers of the past 15 years.
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Saturday Night Live: The Best of Dana Carvey (1999)
Character: Massive Headwoound Harry
From 1986 to 1993 Dana Carvey dominated the stage at Saturday Night Live with dead-on impressions and some of the most popular characters in SNL history. See the best of the Church Lady, Hans and Franz, George Bush, Ross Perot, Sassive Headwound Harry, Wayne's World and many others. Plus there's extra material, including Dana's favorite scenes that were cut after Dress Rehearsal and never seen before now.
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Dana Carvey: Critics' Choice (1995)
Character: Himself
Dana Carvey headlines his first HBO solo special, taped before an audience in San Francisco. Features Carvey's characters and impressions, as well as stand-up material about his own life.
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Saturday Night Live in the '80s: Lost and Found (2005)
Character: Self
Following the departure of the show's original cast and creator after five seasons, SNL in the '80s is a look back at a decade of turbulent, often uncertain times that included the hiring and firing of several casts, numerous writers, producers and ultimately the revitalization of the show with the return of executive producer Lorne Michaels.
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Earth to America (2005)
Character: Self
Tom Hanks is the host of this show with a comic approach to raise awareness concerning the environment.
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Cranium Command (1989)
Character: Right Ventricle (voice)
Cranium Command was an film and attraction from the Wonders of Life pavilion at Walt Disney Epcot theme park. This short film was a humorous look at the workings of the human brain.
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Moving (1988)
Character: Brad Williams
Arlo accepts what seems to him to be a dream promotion to Idaho. He soon discovers, however, that moving has its own share of problems.
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Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Farley (2003)
Character: Various (archive footage) (uncredited)
The best of Chris Farley's wildly funny SNL performances, including van-dwelling motivational speaker Matt Foley, an aspiring Chippendales dancer, the bashful host of The Chris Farley Show, and more.
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Downey Wrote That (2025)
Character: Self
Exploring the sketches, contributions and influence of Jim Downey, one of the most impactful comedy writers in the history of "Saturday Night Live."
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Playing POTUS (2026)
Character: Self
Explores the uniquely American tradition of presidential parody, a bold art form that has transformed our perceptions of real-world presidents and politicians for the past 60 years. These iconic impressions have an outsized and lasting impact on American politics that has gone completely unexamined... until now.
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Lorne (2026)
Character: Self
An unprecedented, behind-the-scenes glimpse at the man who built the inimitable empire of comedy, shaping television and culture for generations. The documentary features exclusive footage, archival treasures, and candid interviews with the show’s most iconic cast members and writers including Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, John Mulaney, Andy Samberg, Conan O’Brien, Chris Rock and many more.
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Lorne (2026)
Character: Self (Uncredited)
An unprecedented, behind-the-scenes glimpse at the man who built the inimitable empire of comedy, shaping television and culture for generations. The documentary features exclusive footage, archival treasures, and candid interviews with the show’s most iconic cast members and writers including Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, John Mulaney, Andy Samberg, Conan O’Brien, Chris Rock and many more.
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Saturday Night Live: Christmas (1999)
Character: Self (archive footage)
Join the epic "Not Ready for Prime Time Players" cast of Saturday Night Live regulars in a hilarious compilation of the best holiday moments from the show's Christmas specials. Some of the highlights include "Martha Stewart's Topless Christmas Special," "The Lost Ending to It's a Wonderful Life," "The Night Hannukah Harry Saved Christmas," "Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood on Christmas" and, of course, the Church Lady's drum solo.
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This Is Spinal Tap (1984)
Character: Mime Waiter
"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.
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Racing with the Moon (1984)
Character: Baby Face
In a small coastal California town, Henry and Nicky are pals from blue collar families with only a short time before they ship off to World War II. Henry begins romancing new-to-town Caddie Winger, believing her to be wealthy. Mischievous and irresponsible, Nicky gets into trouble which forces the other two to become involved, testing their relationship, as well as the friendship between the boys.
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Sandy Wexler (2017)
Character: Testimonial
When a hapless but dedicated talent manager signs his first client who actually has talent, his career finally starts to take off.
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The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
Character: Pops (voice)
The quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes.
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Saturday Night Live: 25th Anniversary Special (1999)
Character: Self
A TV special celebrating the 25th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, many of the former cast members and guest hosts return to perform their signature monologues and present a look back at some of the best comedy skits and musical numbers of the past two and a half decades.
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The Master of Disguise (2002)
Character: Pistachio Disguisey
After the patriarch of the Disguisey family is kidnapped by Devlin Bowman in an attempt to steal the most precious treasures from around the world, Italian waiter Pistachio Disguisey utilizes his supernatural ability to disguise himself in an attempt to stop him.
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Little Nicky (2000)
Character: Referee
After the lord of darkness decides he will not cede his throne to any of his three sons, the two most powerful of them escape to Earth to create a kingdom for themselves. This action closes the portal filtering sinful souls to Hell and causes Satan to wither away. He must send his most weak but beloved son, Little Nicky, to Earth to return his brothers to Hell.
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Tough Guys (1986)
Character: Richie Evans
Harry Doyle and Archie Lang are two old-time train robbers, who held up a train in 1956 and have been incarcerated for thirty years. After serving their time, they are released from jail and have to adjust to a new life of freedom. and soon realize that they still have the pizzazz when, picking up their prison checks at a bank, they foil a robbery attempt.
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The White House Effect (2024)
Character: Self (archive footage)
Exploring the dramatic origin story of the climate crisis and how a political battle in the George H.W. Bush administration changed the course of history.
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Becoming Bond (2017)
Character: Johnny Carson
The stranger-than-fiction true story of George Lazenby, a poor Australian car mechanic who, through an unbelievable set of circumstances, landed the role of James Bond despite having never acted a day in his life.
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Trapped in Paradise (1994)
Character: Alvin Firpo
Residents of a friendly Pennsylvania town foil three brothers' plan to rob a bank on Christmas Eve.
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Nirvana: Live! Tonight! Sold Out!! (1994)
Character: N/A
Nirvana's frontman Kurt Cobain worked on compiling this collection of performances, interviews, and touring clips from 1991 to 1993 but did not finish it before his death in 1994. Bandmembers Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic completed it with the help of director Kevin Kerslake.
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Jack and Jill (2011)
Character: Scraggly Puppeteer
Jack Sadelstein, a successful advertising executive in Los Angeles with a beautiful wife and kids, dreads one event each year: the Thanksgiving visit of his twin sister Jill. Jill's neediness and passive-aggressiveness is maddening to Jack, turning his normally tranquil life upside down.
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Wayne's World (1992)
Character: Garth Algar
The adventures of two amiably aimless metal-head friends, Wayne and Garth. From Wayne's basement, the pair broadcast a talk-show called "Wayne's World" on local public access television. The show comes to the attention of a sleazy network executive who wants to produce a big-budget version of "Wayne's World"—and he also wants Wayne's girlfriend, a rock singer named Cassandra. Wayne and Garth have to battle the executive not only to save their show, but also Cassandra.
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Halloween II (1981)
Character: Assistant
After failing to kill stubborn survivor Laurie and taking a bullet or six from former psychiatrist Dr. Sam Loomis, Michael Myers has followed Laurie to the Haddonfield Memorial Hospital, where she's been admitted for Myers' attempt on her life. The institution proves to be particularly suited to serial killers, however, as Myers cuts, stabs and slashes his way through hospital staff to reach his favorite victim.
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Young Lust: A Soap Opera (1984)
Character: Dwayne Bimster
The reunion of Garytown High School’s class of ‘71 is a catalyst for a series of comic crises involving sex, drugs, murder and anatomical oddities.
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Wayne's World 2 (1993)
Character: Garth Algar
A message from Jim Morrison in a dream prompts cable access TV stars Wayne and Garth to put on a rock concert, "Waynestock," with Aerosmith as headliners. But amid the preparations, Wayne frets that a record producer is putting the moves on his girlfriend, Cassandra, while Garth handles the advances of mega-babe Honey Hornée.
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Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015)
Character: Dana (voice)
When the old-old-old-fashioned vampire Vlad arrives at the hotel for an impromptu family get-together, Hotel Transylvania is in for a collision of supernatural old-school and modern day cool.
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Clean Slate (1994)
Character: Maurice L. Pogue
Pogue is a private eye with a problem: every morning when he wakes up, he has total amnesia, waking up with a 'blank slate'. Since he is in the middle of a hot investigation and has a developing romance, this is less than convenient.
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Opportunity Knocks (1990)
Character: Eddie
Eddie and Lou are a couple of two-bit con men on the lam from a loan shark. They hide out in someone's house and they hear on the answering machine that (A) the owner of the house is out of the country for a month or two and (B) the housesitter supposed to watch the house for the absent owner won't be able to watch the house due to a new job in another part of the country. This provides for a pretty nifty arrangement for Eddie and Lou...until the relatives of the house owner drop by to visit. Eddie quickly adopts the guise of the person supposedly housesitting for the owner, and the shenanigans start from there.
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Dana Carvey: Squatting Monkeys Tell No Lies (2008)
Character: Himself
As always, Carvey never crosses the line into mean-spiritedness, but easily glides in and out of every impression & expression, reminding us of the huge talent we came to know and love before he left the scene due to his heart condition. It's a bittersweet irony that Dana Carvey is one comic who is ALL heart...
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Too Funny to Fail: The Life & Death of The Dana Carvey Show (2017)
Character: Self
It had all the makings of a huge television success: a white-hot comic at the helm, a coveted primetime slot, and a pantheon of future comedy legends in the cast and crew. So why did The Dana Carvey Show—with a writers room and cast including then unknowns Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Louis C.K., Robert Smigel, Charlie Kaufman, and more— crash and burn so spectacularly? TOO FUNNY TO FAIL tells the hilarious true story of a crew of genius misfits who set out to make comedy history… and succeeded in a way they never intended.
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Presidential Reunion (2010)
Character: George H.W. Bush
In this Funny or Die short, Barack Obama has the opportunity to meet all the former U.S. presidents from Gerald Ford to George W. Bush, dead or alive, who'll help him to figure out America's current politics and problems while talking about political issues from the past. But maybe they aren't the best choices to help him out.
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The Road to Wellville (1994)
Character: George Kellogg
An unhappy young couple visit the infamous Kellogg spa in Battle Creek, Michigan while a young hustler tries get into the breakfast-cereal business and compete against John Kellogg's corn flakes.
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The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019)
Character: Pops (voice)
Max the terrier must cope with some major life changes when his owner gets married and has a baby. When the family takes a trip to the countryside, nervous Max has numerous run-ins with canine-intolerant cows, hostile foxes and a scary turkey. Luckily for Max, he soon catches a break when he meets Rooster, a gruff farm dog who tries to cure the lovable pooch of his neuroses.
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