A comedy about second chances.

Standing Up, Falling Down

6.3 (56 votes)• 2020• 91m•Released

Comedy Drama

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An unlikely friendship kindles between a struggling stand-up comedian from L.A. — forced to move back home to Eastern Long Island with his tail between his legs — and a tragically flawed, but charming and charismatic, alcoholic dermatologist. Discovering to be kindred spirits, each helps the other find healing, in addition to the confidence to face the "failures" in their lives.

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Languages: English

Director: Matt Ratner

Starring Cast: Billy Crystal, Ben Schwartz, Grace Gummer, Eloise Mumford, John Behlmann, David Castañeda

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