Movies like Punchline

While Mrs. Doubtfire isn't centered around stand-up comedy, it features Robin Williams as a loving but irresponsible father who reinvents himself as a Scottish nanny to stay close to his children. Williams' character, much like those in Punchline, utilizes humor and performance as a coping mechanism and a means to connect with others.

In The King of Comedy, Robert De Niro plays an aspiring and delusional stand-up comedian who craves fame. This dark comedy-drama parallels Punchline in its exploration of the lengths to which a comedian will go for a chance at success and the blurred lines between humor and madness.

Though Punch-Drunk Love is more of a romantic drama, it features Adam Sandler in a role that exemplifies his character's unique quirks and emotional struggles. Fans of Punchline may appreciate the blend of humor and pathos in a film that showcases another side of a comedic actor.

Man on the Moon is a biopic that follows the life of eccentric comedian Andy Kaufman. This film, like Punchline, offers insight into the challenging and often misunderstood life of a stand-up comic, revealing the personal struggles behind the public performances.

Funny Girl is a musical biopic starring Barbra Streisand as Fanny Brice, a famed comedienne and entertainer. Like Punchline, it explores the life of a performer balancing their career in comedy with their complex personal life, offering both laughs and drama.

Funny People dives into the world of stand-up comedy and the personal lives of the comedians, much like Punchline. The film combines both comedic and dramatic elements to give a behind-the-scenes look at the complexities of comedians' lives, their relationships, and the pursuit of success in the industry.

Comedian is a documentary that provides a candid look into the world of stand-up comedy, following Jerry Seinfeld and other lesser-known comics as they navigate the comedy circuit. It resonates with the themes of persistence and humor found in Punchline.