Movies and TvShows featuring "gag-writer" theme.

Crimes and Misdemeanors tells the story of a successful ophthalmologist who hires a hitman to murder his mistress, and a documentary filmmaker struggling with his guilty conscience. The movie explores the complex moral dilemmas faced by the characters and questions the concept of justice. Parallel storylines intertwine to depict the stark contrast between crime and misdemeanors.

The Great Buster: A Celebration is a documentary film that explores the life and career of Buster Keaton, one of the greatest silent film actors and directors. It delves into his rise to fame, his struggles with alcohol abuse, his innovative stunts, and his contributions to the world of film. The documentary also touches on his personal life, including his marriages, his hearing loss, and his later years in the industry. Through interviews, archival footage, and expert analysis, the film paints a comprehensive portrait of this legendary figure in cinema history.

In post-World War II New York City, an advertising salesman navigates the cutthroat world of Madision Avenue while trying to maintain his integrity and find love.

Yoyo is a silent comedy film set in 1930s France. The story revolves around a rich man who loses his fortune in the stock market crash and adopts a young boy. Together, they join the circus and navigate through the challenges and adventures of circus life. The film explores themes of love, family, and the resilience of the human spirit. Yoyo is a heartwarming tale that captures the spirit of silent comedy.

Philandering actor Richard Hardell is murdered at a movie studio. His jealous wife Blanche, his director Rupert Borka, and a girl he mistreated, Helen MacDonald, all have substantial reasons for having wanted him dead.

Charles Kuralt hosts this retrospective of the classic show.