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Joan Rivers

Joan Alexandra Molinsky, known professionally as Joan Rivers, was an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and television host. She was noted for her often controversial comedic persona—heavily self-deprecating and sharply acerbic, especially towards celebrities and politicians.

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Movies Starring Joan Rivers (81)

Joan Rivers at the BBC (2024)

Katherine Ryan presents a celebration of one of the biggest comedy talents to ever appear on the small screens – the razor-sharp-tongued first lady of laughter, Joan Rivers. ...

Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed (2023)

This timely exploration of Hollywood and LGBTQ+ identity examines the life of legendary actor Rock Hudson, from his public "ladies' man" persona to his private life as a gay man. ...

Commitment to Life (2023)

Against a rich Hollywood backdrop, "Commitment to Life" documents the true story of the fight against HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles - and how an intrepid group of people living with HIV/AIDS, doctors, movie stars, studio moguls and activists changed the course o ...

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. ...

Live at Mister Kelly's (2021)

The iconic Mister Kelly's bedazzled the country by launching superstars like Barbra Streisand, Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, and Steve Martin. It smashed color and gender barriers to put controversial voices on stage and transformed entertainment in America ...

Parkinson at 50 (2021)

Sir Michael Parkinson looks back over his 50 years as a broadcaster, revealing some tricks of the interview trade and remembering some of his favourite encounters. ...

Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It (2021)

Rita Moreno defied both her humble upbringing and relentless racism to become one of a select group who have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award. Over a seventy year career, she has paved the way for Hispanic-American performers by refusing to be pig ...

Disclosure (2020)

An investigation of how Hollywood's fabled stories have deeply influenced how Americans feel about transgender people, and how transgender people have been taught to feel about themselves. ...

Beastie Boys Story (2020)

Here's a little story they're about to tell... Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of their band and 40 years of friendship in a live documentary experience directed by friend, collaborator, and their former grandfather, Spike Jonze. ...

Love, Sweat and Tears (2017)

Dr. Pamela Dee is on a mission to "Save The Menopausal Vaginas of America!" Her goal is to de-stigmatize Menopause and start the "Menopause Romance Revolution. ...

Mansfield 66/67 (2017)

About the last two years of movie goddess Jayne Mansfield's life and the speculation swirling around her untimely death being caused by a curse after her alleged romantic dalliance with Anton LaVey, head of the Church of Satan. ...

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. ...

Mostly Ghostly: Have You Met My Ghoulfriend? (2014)

Bella Thorne, Madison Pettis and Ryan Ochoa lead an ensemble cast in this spook-tacular adventure with new ghosts, new thrills, and the return of some old friends. Max (Ochoa) only has eyes for Cammy (Thorne), the smart, popular redhead at school. When Max ...

Women Aren't Funny (2014)

Comedian Bonnie McFarlane dons her investigative journalist's hat to find out once and for all if women are funny and report her unbiased findings in what some are calling the most important documentary of our generation. ...

The Story of The Swimmer (2014)

A documentary about the making of the cult film The Swimmer (1968). ...

Mel Brooks: Make a Noise (2013)

Mel Brooks: Make a Noise journeys through Brooks' early years in the creative beginnings of live television — with Sid Caesar on Your Show of Shows — to the film genres he so successfully satirized in Young Frankenstein, Blazing Saddles, High Anxiety, ...

Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf's (2013)

It's the most mythic of all American emporiums - and the scene of many an ultimate fashion fantasy. Now audiences get a rarified chance to peek behind the backroom doors and into the reality of the fascinating inner workings and fabulous untold stories fro ...

Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley (2013)

A feature documentary about Jackie "Moms" Mabley, an African-American stand-up comic and show-biz pioneer who emerged from the Chitlin' Circuit of African-American Vaudeville to become a mainstream star. Once billed as "The Funniest Woman in the World," Ma ...

Iron Man 3 (2013)

When Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution. ...

Why We Laugh: Funny Women (2013)

An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today's most prominent female voices in stand-up comedy and entertainment, this revealing documentary sheds light on the legac ...

Joan Rivers: Don't Start with Me (2012)

Grow up, check your sensitivity at the door and feel the comedic wrath of entertainment icon Joan Rivers. In this brand new live stand-up event Joan goes to great lengths to take on everyone with her trademark wit. ...

Vanilla Ice Archive (2012)

Vanilla Ice Archive (2012)

The life and career of American rapper Vanilla Ice, showcasing his start as a breakdancer in South Dallas to his mainstream international success and the hardships that followed through archive personal, TV, news and concert footage. ...

Johnny Carson: King of Late Night (2012)

Chronological look at the life and career of Johnny Carson (1925-2005), with commentary from an ex-wife and more than 30 fellow comedians, friends, employees, and biographers. The biography defines why Carson was an enduring star (his cool, his timing, his ...

Bob Ross: The Happy Painter (2011)

A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality's journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. "The Happy Painter" reveals the public and private sides of Bob Ross through loving accounts from close friends and fami ...

Tower Heist (2011)

A luxury condo manager leads a staff of workers to seek payback on the Wall Street swindler who defrauded them. With only days until the billionaire gets away with the perfect crime, the unlikely crew of amateur thieves enlists the help of petty crook Slid ...

The Smurfs (2011)

When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find ...

The Undefeated (2011)

A documentary that chronicles Sarah Palin's pre-political life; her tenure as Governor of Alaska, and her time spent as John McCain's running mate. ...

Growing Up Barnard (2011)

Growing Up Barnard (2011)

Are women's colleges a dying breed? In the past forty years over 75% of women's colleges have closed or merged with their male counterparts. What will or should become of them in the next fifty years? Compelled by her family's four-generation legacy at Bar ...

Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (2010)

As the global economy teeters on the brink of disaster, a young Wall Street trader partners with disgraced former Wall Street corporate raider Gordon Gekko on a two tiered mission: To alert the financial community to the coming doom, and to find out who wa ...

Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work (2010)

A documentary on the life and career of Joan Rivers, made as the comedienne turns 75 years old. ...

Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers (2009)

It's the "Queen of Mean", Joan Rivers turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast. ...

George Carlin : The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize (2009)

The award is not intended to be given posthumously, but Carlin's death occurred between the announcement and the ceremony. Those there to honor Carlin included: Joan Rivers, Jon Stewart, Bill Maher, Lewis Black, Denis Leary, Margaret Cho, Garry Shandling, ...

We Are Most Amused (2008)

We Are Most Amused was a gala event held at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 12 November 2008 in honour of the 60th birthday of Charles, Prince of Wales, in aid of The Prince's Trust. Prince Charles attended the event with his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall ...

Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project (2007)

The documentary consists of tape of Don's show (never been filmed before), interviews with Don's contemporaries, (Steve Lawrence, Bob Newhart, Debbie Reynolds, etc.), established comedians (Billy Crystal, Rosanna Barr, Robin Williams, Chris Rock, etc.) and ...

Making Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women (2007)

A documentary film about three generations of female Jewish comedians and the complexity and challenges of their relationship to comedy, Judaism, and gender. The film profiles Molly Picon, Fanny Brice, Sophie Tucker, Joan Rivers, Gilda Radner, and Wendy Wa ...

The Electric Company's Greatest Hits & Bits (2006)

When "The Electric Company" made its television debut in October 1971, it was instantly clear that it would fulfill its mission of helping struggling and reluctant readers. With a ground-breaking and diverse cast, clever writing, innovative direction, and ...

My Name is Jackie Beat (2006)

Follows the life of one of today's most notorious bad-girl drag performers: Jackie Beat. Backstage we meet Kent Fuher, the man behind Jackie Beat, an incredibly talented performer whose life is ruled by constant doubts and insecurities. As Kent Fuher trave ...

Joan Rivers: Before Melissa Pulls the Plug (2006)

2006 special for the Bravo Network. ...

Joan Rivers: (Still A) Live at the London Palladium (2005)

Joan Rivers: (Still A) Live at the London Palladium (2005)

Filmed at her sellout farewell shows at the London Palladium, this hilarious DVD sees the acid-tongued veteran comedienne at her outrageous best, taking no prisoners in her quest for the killer gag. ...

Spaceballs: The Documentary (2005)

The cast and crew of Spaceballs looks back at the making of the movie. ...

John Candy: Comic Spirit (2005)

A tribute to the late John Candy from the cast of Spaceballs. ...

Happy Birthday Oscar Wilde (2004)

To commemorate the 150th anniversary of Oscar Wilde's birth, 150 leading artists of the stage, screen and music worlds deliver 150 of the Irish scribe's most memorable quotes. Featured celebrities include Bono, Liam Neeson, Martin Sheen, Joan Rivers, Lily ...

First Daughter (2004)

Samantha MacKenzie, the daughter of the president of the United States, arrives at college with a group of Secret Service agents. Samantha, however, resents their presence and decides she wants to attend school just like a normal student. ...

Shrek 2 (2004)

Happily ever after never seemed so far far away when a trip to meet the in-laws turns into a hilariously twisted adventure for Shrek and Fiona. With the help of his faithful Donkey, Shrek takes on a potion-brewing Fairy Godmother, the pompous Prince Charmi ...

Cleavage (2002)

"Cleavage" is an uplifting and informative journey to the most eye-catching destination on earth: The space between a woman's breasts. Cleavage is what happens when breasts collide--a merger that at once fascinates, scandalizes, and mesmerizes. Cleavage ma ...

Sylvester: Mighty Real (2002)

A short documentary about the Disco legend Sylvester. Sylvester James began as a child gospel singer and sashayed past barriers of race and sexual identity to become the definitive anthemist of disco and dance soul. With a vibrant falsetto and genderbendin ...

The Making and Meaning of 'We Are Family' (2002)

Featuring inverviews from: Afrika Bambaataa, Ashford & Simpson, Jackson Browne, Kim Burell, Taylor Dayne, Carmen Electra, Faith Evans, Roberta Flack, Joel Gray, Kc & the Sunshine Band, Eartha Kitt, Patti Labelle, Queen Latifah and more? ...

E! True Hollywood Story: Joan Rivers (2001)

Spoof documentary about the comedy icon. ...

Whispers: An Elephant's Tale (2000)

Whispers, an innocent and adorable baby elephant who's just learning to walk on his own four feet, finds himself separated from his loving mother, Gentle Heart. In his desperate search to find her, he meets the cynical loner Groove, an outcast from her own ...

Intern (2000)

A young, underappreciated intern at the ultra-hip magazine Skirt must learn to deal with kissy-face phoniness, model tantrums and bulimic editors, while trying to steal the heart of a dashing British art director from the grips of a supermodel. ...

Goosed (1999)

Sheltered rich girl Charlene has an over-protective mother who insists that her daughter should marry a rich doctor. After Charlene's psychic predicts that her future lover is named Steven, she heads to L.A. to search for him. ...

Knitwits Revisited (1999)

"KnitWits Revisited" brings us back to the KnitWits' knitting store. ...

Knitwits (1997)

"KnitWits" chronicles a Saturday afternoon in a knitting store in New York City where a group of regulars gather weekly to swap stories, gossip, advice and the trends of the day. ...

The Garth Brooks Video Collection, Vol. 2 (1996)

This inspiring compilation includes "We Shall Be Free," which evokes a sense of optimism for the human spirit. "Standing Outside the Fire" stands out not only as an exceptional song but also as an impactful video that addresses significant social issues, r ...

Napoleon (1995)

The adventures of Golden Retriever pup Napoleon and his friend, the parrot Birdo Lucci. ...

Stonewall 25: Global Voices of Pride and Protest (1994)

Finished a quarter century after the earth-shaking protests that forever altered the public perception of LGBTQ people in America, Stonewall 25: Global Voices of Pride and Protest, produced by the gay news program "In the Life," took the measure of what's ...

Tears and Laughter: The Joan and Melissa Rivers Story (1994)

After the loss of her husband, comedienne Joan Rivers and her daughter Melissa must discover a way to heal their broken relationship and provide each other the strength to start again. ...

Serial Mom (1994)

Beverly is the perfect happy homemaker, along with her doting husband and two children, but this nuclear family just might explode when her fascination with serial killers collides with her ever-so-proper code of ethics. ...

Joan Rivers: Abroad in London (1992)

Joan delivers her biting tongue to the Queen and her country. ...

Public Enemy #2 (1991)

Second City Television alumnus Dave Thomas stars in this hilarious spoof of "America's Most Wanted." Thomas portrays Wynn Dalton, a talentless acting hopeful who bears an uncanny resemblance to Dwayne Gary Steckler (also played by Thomas), a psycho killer ...

How to Murder a Millionaire (1990)

A Beverly Hills housewife suspects that her husband of thirty years is trying to kill her. ...

Night of 100 Stars III (1990)

A celebrity benefit for The Actors' Fund of America, featuring music, songs, dance and comedy. ...

Comic Relief '90 (1990)

Comic Relief '90 (1990)

Several celebrity comedians take on sadness in the fourth laugh for charity. ...

Look Who's Talking (1989)

After a single, career-minded woman is left on her own to give birth to the child of a married man, she finds a new romantic chance in a cab driver. Meanwhile, the point-of-view of the newborn baby is narrated through voice-over. ...

Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special (1988)

Pee-wee Herman and pals are celebrating Christmas in the Playhouse in their own creative ways: Pee-wee makes a list for Santa Claus 1.5 miles long, teaches Little Richard how to ice skate, goes for a sleigh ride with Magic Johnson, enslaves Frankie Avalon ...

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz (1988)

Fictional character, Heidi Abromowitz, is the butt of everyone's jokes. ...

Spaceballs (1987)

When the nefarious Dark Helmet hatches a plan to snatch Princess Vespa and steal her planet's air, space-bum-for-hire Lone Starr and his clueless sidekick fly to the rescue. Along the way, they meet Yogurt, who puts Lone Starr wise to the power of "The Sch ...

Les Patterson Saves the World (1987)

Fat middle aged 24/7 drunkard Les Patterson represents Australia at the UN where his fart literally incinerates an Arab ambassador. Patterson is reassigned to the Middle East so he can be tortured to death by the country he insulted. Patterson's arrival is ...

WrestleMania II (1986)

Mr. T vs. Roddy Piper in a Boxing match Battle Royal featuring superstars and athletes from the WWF and NFL Hulk Hogan (c) vs. ...

Predicaments (1986)

When last we left the Flatt Marble Company, George Flatt had a gorgeous new secretary. She had George dreaming. She had Slate, his son, scheming. She had Aggie, George's long-suffering wife, steaming. Then she walked in...Fetisha! What's the Flatt family t ...

Kraft Salutes the George Burns 90th Birthday Special (1986)

An all-star cast celebrates George Burn's 90th birthday and showcases highlights in Burns' career. ...

The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984)

When the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn that it isn't easy to find a producer who's willing to back a show starring a frog and a pig. Of course, Kermit the Frog and Miss Pigg ...

An Audience with Joan Rivers (1984)

The shockingly controversial, outrageous, and wickedly funny comedienne performing live in front of a celebrity audience. ...

Garry Shandling: Alone in Vegas (1984)

This 60-minute video is 100% Shandling, which is either good or bad news depending upon who's watching. Shandling's "average guy stuck in the farce called life" persona works quite well within the framework of the tape. Casual fans, however, might prefer t ...

Lily: Sold Out (1981)

After taking her successful Broadway show to Las Vegas, Lily Tomlin is faced with a tough decision: soften her act for mass appeal, or keep her material the way she originally intended? ...

Echoes of the Sixties: A Musical Trip (1979)

A documentary on the pop music and culture of the 1960's, featuring film and video clips of 60's-era performers. ...

Rabbit Test (1978)

Lionel's life turns around after a one-night stand on top of a pinball table... he becomes the world's first pregnant man! ...

Happy Birthday, Las Vegas (1977)

Hosted by Don Meredith & Cindy Williams with Eddy Arnold, David Brenner, Foster Brooks, Charo, Norm Crosby, Rodney Dangerfield, John Davidson, Sammy Davis Jr., Lola Falana, Redd Fox, Robert Goulet, Jack Jones, the Lennon Sisters, Liberace, Don Rickles, Joa ...

The Swimmer (1968)

A man spends a summer day swimming home via all the pools in his quiet suburban neighborhood. ...

Hootenanny a Go-Go (1965)

A square rich boy wants to make it with a pretty folk singer, so he buys the coffee house where she and a bunch of other beatniks perform. Features performances by The Goldebriars, The Free Wheelers, and a very young Joan Rivers doing a stand-up routine. ...

Mister Universe (1951)

A gullible and honest "Mr. Universe" winner, Tommy Tomkins, gets added to the stable of a con-man and a wrestling prompter. ...

Movies Made By Joan Rivers (12)

Why We Laugh: Funny Women (2013)

An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today's most prominent female voices in stand-up comedy and entertainment, this revealing documentary sheds light on the legac ...

Joan Rivers: Don't Start with Me (2012)

Grow up, check your sensitivity at the door and feel the comedic wrath of entertainment icon Joan Rivers. In this brand new live stand-up event Joan goes to great lengths to take on everyone with her trademark wit. ...

Tower Heist (2011)

A luxury condo manager leads a staff of workers to seek payback on the Wall Street swindler who defrauded them. With only days until the billionaire gets away with the perfect crime, the unlikely crew of amateur thieves enlists the help of petty crook Slid ...

Joan Rivers: Before Melissa Pulls the Plug (2006)

2006 special for the Bravo Network. ...

Joan Rivers: (Still A) Live at the London Palladium (2005)

Joan Rivers: (Still A) Live at the London Palladium (2005)

Filmed at her sellout farewell shows at the London Palladium, this hilarious DVD sees the acid-tongued veteran comedienne at her outrageous best, taking no prisoners in her quest for the killer gag. ...

Knitwits Revisited (1999)

"KnitWits Revisited" brings us back to the KnitWits' knitting store. ...

Knitwits (1997)

"KnitWits" chronicles a Saturday afternoon in a knitting store in New York City where a group of regulars gather weekly to swap stories, gossip, advice and the trends of the day. ...

Joan Rivers: Abroad in London (1992)

Joan delivers her biting tongue to the Queen and her country. ...

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz (1988)

Fictional character, Heidi Abromowitz, is the butt of everyone's jokes. ...

An Audience with Joan Rivers (1984)

The shockingly controversial, outrageous, and wickedly funny comedienne performing live in front of a celebrity audience. ...

Rabbit Test (1978)

Lionel's life turns around after a one-night stand on top of a pinball table... he becomes the world's first pregnant man! ...

The Girl Most Likely To... (1973)

An ugly girl undergoes plastic surgery and becomes beautiful. She then takes revenge on all the people who mistreated her when she was ugly. ...

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