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The Opening Act

  • 2020
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 30m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
1.2K
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Cedric The Entertainer and Jimmy O. Yang in The Opening Act (2020)
In Theaters, On Demand and Digital HD October 16 Starring Jimmy O. Yang, Alex Moffat, Cedric The Entertainer, Neal Brennan, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Jermaine Fowler, Ken Jeong, Russell Peters, Debby Ryan, Tom Segura, Iliza Shlesinger Written and Directed by Steve Byrne Produced by Vince Vaughn, Peter Billingsley and Sefton Fincham Will Chu has it all - the job, the girl - but what is missing is his true passion in life, to become a stand-up comedian. When he gets the opportunity he is been waiting for, the emcee slot on the road opening for his hero Billy G., the realities of life on the stage come crashing in. Between relentless hecklers, drunk comedy groupies and hard-to-impress morning radio DJs, things get off to a rough start. Even if he can take the opportunity to learn from his idols and overcome the challenges, Will still needs to decide if he should continue with the life he has, or pursue the one he has always dreamt of: the life of a comedian.
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Will's true life passion is to become a stand-up comedian. When given the opportunity to emcee a comedy show opening for his hero Billy G., he must decide if he wants to continue the life he... Read allWill's true life passion is to become a stand-up comedian. When given the opportunity to emcee a comedy show opening for his hero Billy G., he must decide if he wants to continue the life he has set up, or pursue his dream.Will's true life passion is to become a stand-up comedian. When given the opportunity to emcee a comedy show opening for his hero Billy G., he must decide if he wants to continue the life he has set up, or pursue his dream.

  • Director
    • Steve Byrne
  • Writer
    • Steve Byrne
  • Stars
    • Jimmy O. Yang
    • Alex Moffat
    • Cedric The Entertainer
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    • Director
      • Steve Byrne
    • Writer
      • Steve Byrne
    • Stars
      • Jimmy O. Yang
      • Alex Moffat
      • Cedric The Entertainer
    • 40User reviews
    • 22Critic reviews
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    Jimmy O. Yang
    Jimmy O. Yang
    • Will Chu
    Alex Moffat
    Alex Moffat
    • Chris
    Cedric The Entertainer
    Cedric The Entertainer
    • Billy G
    • (as Cedric the Entertainer)
    Neal Brennan
    Neal Brennan
    • Chip
    Bill Burr
    Bill Burr
    • Barry
    Debby Ryan
    Debby Ryan
    • Jen
    Ken Jeong
    Ken Jeong
    • Quinn
    Jermaine Fowler
    Jermaine Fowler
    • Ricky
    Roy Wood Jr.
    Roy Wood Jr.
    • Gary
    Russell Peters
    Russell Peters
    • Randy
    Courtney Pauroso
    Courtney Pauroso
    • Sophie
    Jackie Tohn
    Jackie Tohn
    • Megan
    Tom Segura
    Tom Segura
    • Cop
    Whitney Cummings
    Whitney Cummings
    • Brooke
    Alonzo Bodden
    Alonzo Bodden
    • Tyree
    Kathleen Madigan
    Kathleen Madigan
    • Mickey
    Mircea Monroe
    Mircea Monroe
    • Carrie
    Felipe Esparza
    Felipe Esparza
    • Cabbie
    • Director
      • Steve Byrne
    • Writer
      • Steve Byrne
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    10ericavanlee

    GREAT FILM!

    This film gives a great insight into not only the world of stand up comedy, but what it is to go for you dreams. Many laugh out loud moments with this great cast, and a real depth to the story.
    roger_2020

    I love this movie!!

    I loved The Opening Act, it's so funny :D one of the best comedy movies ever!!! It has (like many movies) a message, that it's best to tell the truth, but above all it was very funny. This movie is absolutely hilarious!
    5wookielee

    Blah

    Tried to really like it. He received alot of chances for a not so funny comedian. Decent follow your dreams movie but not so realistic. Life is a little more cutthroat.
    7dashingmusic

    Kinda like it

    It's refreshing to see different genres that Asian performers are involved in. A light hearted comedy and tolerable to watch through, with appearances of Ken Jeong and Cedric the Entertainer. Try it.
    5khanguru

    Not as fun as it should be

    Seeing the casting, i was expecting this movie to be hilarious, to Laught My Ass Off, but all along the movie i was just smiling and having symphaty (just a little bit) for the main character.... I wouldn't say it's a bad movie but it' s not a great one either, it's just a comedy which is not fun enough to be a good one, and a movie not deep enough to be actually interesting.

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    • Trivia
      Radio Station scene was filmed at Cal State Fullerton's campus radio station.
    • Goofs
      As Jimmy Chu is walking into the comedy club in "Pittsburgh". There is a palm tree visible in the sky line.
    • Connections
      References The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962)

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    • Release date
      • October 16, 2020 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Avaetendus
    • Production companies
      • Fifth Season
      • Look to the Sky Films
      • Wild West Picture Show Productions
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      1 hour 30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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