Punching the Clown(2009)
Comedy is often misunderstood.
Punching the Clown Synopsis
A satirical songwriter comes to Los Angeles and puts his life's work in jeopardy.
Punching the Clown (2009) is a comedy and music film directed by Gregori Viens, released on January 17, 2009 with a runtime of 1h 31m. It stars Henry Phillips, Ellen Ratner, Matthew Walker and Audrey Siegel. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 18 ratings.
- Director:
- Gregori Viens
- Writers:
- Gregori Viens, Henry Phillips
- Production:
- Viens Films
- Status:
- Released
Punching the Clown (2009) Trailer
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Punching the Clown Cast & Crew
Main cast
Henry Phillips
as Henry Phillips
Ellen Ratner
as Ellen Pinsky
- Matthew Walker
Matthew Walker
as Matt Phillips
- Audrey Siegel
Audrey Siegel
as Becca
Derek Waters
as Dave the Intern
Eddie Pepitone
as Eddie
Paul Willson
as Bill
Nikki Glaser
as Olympia
Wade Kelley
as Captain Chaotic
Guilford Adams
as Fabian Mann
Mik Scriba
as Joel
Evan Arnold
as Don Chase
Key crew
Directed by Gregori Viens, written by Gregori Viens and Henry Phillips.
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Punching the Clown Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 18 ratings.
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Punching the Clown – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Punching the Clown online?
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Punching the Clown (2009) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Punching the Clown?
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The main cast of Punching the Clown (2009) includes Henry Phillips, Ellen Ratner, Matthew Walker, Audrey Siegel and Derek Waters. The film was directed by Gregori Viens. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Punching the Clown released?
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Punching the Clown was released on January 17, 2009 and runs for 1h 31m.
Is Punching the Clown worth watching?
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Punching the Clown (2009) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 18 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Punching the Clown?
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Yes. The official Punching the Clown trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.