# John Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015)

> John Mulaney turns marriage, babies, celebrity encounters, and social awkwardness into an exuberant hour of meticulously crafted stand-up.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/240206

## Facts

- Runtime: 62 min
- Genres: Comedy, TV Movie, Documentary
- Director: Rhys Thomas
- Cast: John Mulaney, Amanda Walsh
- TMDB rating: 7.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5069564/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, sly, irreverent, comedy night, casual weekend viewing

## Synopsis

A sharp-witted stand-up special that hilariously navigates the ups and downs of modern life.

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