Sam Kinison

Born: 1953-12-08

Samuel Burl "Sam" Kinison (December 8, 1953 – April 10, 1992) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was known for his intense, harsh and politically incorrect humor. A former Pentecostal preacher, he performed stand-up routines that were most often characterized by an intense style, similar to charismatic preachers, and punctuated by his trademark scream.


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Back to School

as Professor Terguson
Released: 1986-06-13

Self-made millionaire Thornton Melon decides to get a better education and enrolls at his son...

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Savage Dawn

as Barber
Released: 1986-05-22

A vicious biker gang takes over a small town in Arizona. A Vietnam War vet passing through town...

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I Am Sam Kinison

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2017-12-19

A feature-length documentary film exploring the life and legacy of shock comic Sam Kinison, a...

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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 1999-04-01

For fans of comedy, Sam Kinison needs no introduction. His scathing comedy tackled tough topics...

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Back From Hell: A Tribute to Sam Kinison

as Self
Released: 2010-02-06

Tribute to comedy great Sam Kinison

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Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary

as Self
Released: 1989-09-24

A TV special celebrating the 15th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity...

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Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules

as Self
Released: 1987-04-21

This is a great performance. Through yelling and energetic story-telling, he talks about...

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Sam Kinison: Family Entertainment Hour

as Himself
Released: 1991-07-13

Get ready to scream with laughter! Sam Kinison's primal scream will echo down through the comedy...

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A Tribute to Sam Kinison

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 1993-05-23

Broadcast approximately one year after the death of Sam Kinison, this special includes tributes...

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Bon Jovi | Access All Areas: A Rock & Roll Odyssey

as Self
Released: 1990-11-20

Access All Areas: A Rock & Roll Odyssey is a documentary following rock band Bon Jovi on their...

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Rodney Dangerfield: Opening Night at Rodney's Place

as Himself
Released: 1989-05-06

Cable TV Special. Rodney Auditions for an adult movie and finds out all men are not created...

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Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special

as himself
Released: 1985-08-03

Some of the best new talent is showcased in these annual comedy specials each year. Every show...

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Guitar

as Self
Released: 1991-01-01

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Sam Kinison: The Scream Continues

as Himself
Released: 2016-01-01

Comedy Dynamics sits down with Sam Kinison's brother, Bill, to set the record straight on the...

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Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me

as himself
Released: 1986-09-06

Rodney Dangerfield hosted this HBO special which includes fantastic performances by some of the...

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Sam Kinison: Live in Vegas

as Himself
Released: 1991-01-01

Comedy / Music/Musical - In the town that knows no limits, Kinison gives a completely raw and...

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Sam Kinison: Banned

as Himself
Released: 1990-01-01

Sam Kinison live at the Felt Forum, 2/14/89. Also has opening act Carl Labove plus Sam's 3 MTV...

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Sam Kinison: Outlaws of Comedy

as Himself
Released: 1990-01-01

When comedian Sam Kinison was on fire, anyone in his path was wise to watch out. His genius...

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Married... with Children

as Angel
First aired: 1987-04-05

Al Bundy is an unsuccessful middle aged shoe salesman with a miserable life and an equally...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Special Guest
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Host
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Cameo (uncredited)
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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Tales from the Crypt

as Marty Slash's Conscience (voice)
First aired: 1989-06-10

Cadaverous scream legend the Crypt Keeper is your macabre host for these forays of fright and...

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The Howard Stern Show

as Self
First aired: 1990-07-14

The original television show produced on Saturdays at WWOR in Secaucus, NJ from 1990 to 1992....

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Dark Side of Comedy

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2022-08-16

Throughout the history of comedy, many comedians have lost themselves to the art’s darker side,...

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Stand-Up: The Laughing Therapy

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2024-11-20

Born over a century ago in the United States, stand-up comedy has conquered the world, spreading...

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Charlie Hoover

as uncredited
First aired: 1991-11-09

Charlie Hoover was an American Fox Network sitcom which aired in 1991, starring Tim Matheson in...

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