Laughter on the 23rd Floor
Inspired by Neil Simon's early career experience as a junior writer for Your Show of Shows, the play focuses on Sid Caesar/Jackie Gleason-like Max Prince, the star of a weekly comedy-variety show circa 1953, and his staff, including Simon's alter-ego Lucas Brickman, who maintains a running commentary on the writing, fighting, and wacky antics which take place in the writers' room
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Laughter on the 23rd Floor
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 26, 2001
Runtime
1h 42m
Genres
Comedy, TV Movie
User Score
58%
Original Title
Laughter on the 23rd Floor
Director
Richard Benjamin
Description
Inspired by Neil Simon's early career experience as a junior writer for Your Show of Shows, the play focuses on Sid Caesar/Jackie Gleason-like Max Prince, the star of a weekly comedy-variety show circa 1953, and his staff, including Simon's alter-ego Lucas Brickman, who maintains a running commentary on the writing, fighting, and wacky antics which take place in the writers' room
