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Funny People (2009)

Funny People (2009)

R 146 minutes EN Comedy , Drama
George Simmons was prepared to die, but then a funny thing happened.
Famous and wealthy funnyman George Simmons doesn't give much thought to how he treats people until a doctor delivers stunning health news, forcing George to reevaluate his priorities with a little help from aspiring stand-up comic Ira.
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