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David Steinberg

David Steinberg

David Steinberg (born August 9, 1942) is a Canadian comedian, actor, writer, director, and author. At the height of his popularity, during the late 1960s and early 1970s, he was one of the best-known stand-up comics in the United States. He appeared on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show more than 130 times (second only to Bob Hope in number of appearances) and served as guest host 12 times, the youngest person ever to guest-host. Steinberg directed several films and episodes of many of the most successful television situation comedies of the last twenty years, including Seinfeld, Friends, Mad About You, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and more than 35 episodes of Designing Women.

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Movies Starring David Steinberg (20)

From Darkness to Light (2025)

Explores Jerry Lewis' unreleased 1972 film "The Day the Clown Cried," its mysterious disappearance, and the search for footage. Includes interviews with Lewis' associates and previously unseen production content. ...

Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind (2018)

A funny, intimate and heartbreaking portrait of one of the world's most beloved and inventive comedians, Robin Williams, told largely through his own words. Celebrates what he brought to comedy and to the culture at large, from the wild days of late-1970s ...

The Last Laugh (2016)

Feature documentary about humor and the Holocaust, examining whether it is ever acceptable to use humor in connection with a tragedy of that scale, and the implications for other seemingly off-limits topics in a society that prizes free speech. ...

Being Canadian (2015)

What does it actually mean to be Canadian? This humorous documentary, featuring interviews with a who's-who of famous Canadians, hopes to find the answer. ...

When Jews Were Funny (2013)

From the 1930's to the 1970's, pretty well every comedian or comic you might see on TV or the movies was Jewish. Jews came to dominate the world of western‐society comedy on radio, stage and screen alike.Why did Jews dominate comedy in this period? And w ...

Quality Balls: The David Steinberg Story (2013)

A look at the life and work of Canadian comedy icon David Steinberg. ...

Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic (2013)

Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of Richard Pryor - one of America's most brilliant, iconic comic minds. ...

The Aristocrats (2005)

One hundred superstar comedians tell the same very, VERY dirty, filthy joke--one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville. ...

Smothered: The Censorship Struggles of the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour (2002)

The history of the irreverent "The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour" and the content battles it fought with its television network. ...

The One, the Only... Groucho (1991)

The One, the Only... Groucho is a documentary that celebrates the life and legacy of Groucho Marx, the legendary comedian, actor, gameshow host and master of quick wit. ...

The Tommy Chong Roast (1986)

A "tribute" to comedian Tommy Chong, given to him by many of his fellow comedians. ...

Showbiz Goes to War (1982)

While a few Hollywood celebrities such as James Stewart and Clark Gable saw combat during World War II, the majority used their talents to rally the American public through bond sales, morale-boosting USO tours, patriotic war dramas and escapist film fare. ...

Nothing Personal (1980)

Environmentally concerned lawyer Abigail Adams works with Professor Roger Keller in his effort to protect baby seals from slaughter. ...

Something Short of Paradise (1979)

A young couple in New York are having problems with their relationship. ...

The End (1978)

Wendell Lawson has only six months to live. Not wanting to endure his last few months of life waiting for the end, he decides to take matters into his own hands and enlists the help of a delusional mental patient to help him commit suicide. ...

The 2nd Annual HBO Young Comedians Show (1977)

Young Comedians Show is HBO's long running showcase of young stand-up comedians. ...

The Jews of Winnipeg (1973)

This short documentary tells the story of the first Jewish settlers to Winnipeg, people who fled European persecution at the turn of the century and founded a new community in a Canadian city. ...

A Night Train to Terror (1973)

A woman is murdered during an overnight train ride and a veteran detective clashes with young P.I. on how they are going flush out the killer. They find themselves racing against the clock when a second body is discovered. ...

Fearless Frank (1969)

A country boy arrives in Chicago, gets killed by some gangsters, and returns to life with superhuman powers in this satirical look at movie genres. ...

The Lost Man (1969)

A gang of black militants plots to rob a factory to finance their "revolutionary struggle. ...

Movies Made By David Steinberg (12)

The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up (2022)

In this comedy special, Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler and Dave Chappelle honor George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Robin Williams and Richard Pryor. ...

Norm Macdonald: Me Doing Standup (2011)

Norm MacDonald, the iconic anchor of SNL's "Weekend Update" and star of the cult classic Dirty Work, is back with a vengeance. ...

Carlos Mencia: No Strings Attached (2006)

Meet Carlos Mencia. He has quite a few opinions... on just about everything. In this extended and uncensored comedy performance, Carlos' take on race relations, immigration, religion, and the mentally challenged will either have you wincing or laughing. Ei ...

One by One (2004)

In a place in Africa we follow a group of children preparing their kites for an adventure of their life. The short was intended to be one of the segments for the proposed but never completed Fantasia 2006. ...

What's Up, Peter Fuddy? (2001)

What's Up, Peter Fuddy? (2001)

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Switching Goals (1999)

Twin sisters Emma and Sam come up with a scheme to switch places so each can play in the soccer team they prefer. ...

The Wrong Guy (1997)

Nelson Hibbert expects to become the new president of Nagel Industries, but Mr. Nagel gives the promotion to another employee. When Nelson barges into Nagel's office to confront him, he finds Nagel's been murdered. Fearing that he will be implicated, Nelso ...

Cats Don't Dance (1997)

An ambitious singing and dancing cat in 1939 Hollywood overcomes several obstacles to fulfill his dream of becoming a movie star. ...

I, Martin Short, Goes Hollywood (1989)

In this HBO special, comedian Martin Short appears in a series of sketches, vignettes and musical performances about Hollywood, featuring some of his classic characters like Ed Grimley, Jackie Rogers Jr., Lawrence Orbach and Troy Soren, and co-starring som ...

Casey at the Bat (1986)

Down-on-his-luck baseball player Casey Frank (Elliott Gould) follows his dreams to become the biggest star in the game. ...

Going Berserk (1983)

John Bourgignon, a drummer-chauffeur engaged to the daughter of a United States senator, encounters a sleazy film director, the leader of an aerobics cult, and other crazed characters in the days leading up to his wedding. ...

Paternity (1981)

Buddy Evans manages events at Madison Square Garden in New York City. He is a confirmed bachelor who lives with his housekeeper Celia. After coming into contact with several children, Buddy decides that he is ready to be a father. Buddy decides to hire a s ...

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