Lenny (1974)

December 1, 2022 10:56 AM

[TRAILER] Controversial comedian Lenny Bruce (Dustin Hoffman) begins his career telling bad jokes to bored audiences in the 1950s, but can't repress his desire to unleash edgier material. When he does, he begins a one-man campaign to break down social hypocrisy, and his groundbreaking stage act propels him to cult-hero status. When authorities ban Lenny's act for obscenity, he begins a downward spiral of drugs, sex and debt, aided by his bombshell wife, a stripper named Honey (Valerie Perrine).

Directed by Bob Fosse. Screenplay by Julian Barry, baased on his biography of the same name.

89% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.

Currently streaming in the US on Amazon Prime, Hoopla, Tubi, Kanopy, and Pluto. Also available for digital rental. JustWatch listing.

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