Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth(1998)
A documentary about the comic who invented controversy.
Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth Synopsis
In 1948, Lenny Bruce was just another comic who couldn't get arrested. By 1961, all that would change.
Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth (1998) is a comedy and documentary film directed by Robert B. Weide, released on October 21, 1998 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Robert De Niro, Steve Allen, Lenny Bruce and Honey Harlow. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 13 ratings.
- Director:
- Robert B. Weide
- Writers:
- Lenny Bruce, Robert B. Weide
- Production:
- Whyaduck Productions, HBO Documentary Films
- Revenue:
- $21,350
- Status:
- Released
Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth Cast & Crew
Main cast
Robert De Niro
as Self - Narrator (voice)
Steve Allen
as Self
Lenny Bruce
as Self (archive footage)
Honey Harlow
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Robert B. Weide, written by Lenny Bruce and Robert B. Weide.
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Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 13 ratings.
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Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth?
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The main cast of Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth (1998) includes Robert De Niro, Steve Allen, Lenny Bruce and Honey Harlow. The film was directed by Robert B. Weide. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth released?
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Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth was released on October 21, 1998 and runs for 1h 40m.
Is Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth worth watching?
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Lenny Bruce: Swear to Tell the Truth (1998) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 13 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.