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Sam Kinison

Date of birth: 1953-12-08

Place of birth: Yakima, Washington, U.S.

Known for: Acting

Also known as:

Sam Kinison

Biography

Samuel Burl "Sam" Kinison (December 8, 1953 – April 10, 1992) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was known for his intense, harsh and politically incorrect humor. A former Pentecostal preacher, he performed stand-up routines that were most often characterized by an intense style, similar to charismatic preachers, and punctuated by his trademark scream.

Movie Credits

Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules
3.5

Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules

1987-04-21

This is a great performance. Through yelling and energetic story-telling, he talks about marriage, d

Sam Kinison: Outlaws of Comedy
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Sam Kinison: Outlaws of Comedy

1990-01-01

When comedian Sam Kinison was on fire, anyone in his path was wise to watch out. His genius seared f

Brother Sam: A Tribute to Sam Kinison
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Brother Sam: A Tribute to Sam Kinison

2005-09-06

In this tribute to the late comedian Sam Kinison, comedy legend Rodney Dangerfield is joined by Kini

Sam Kinison: Family Entertainment Hour
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Sam Kinison: Family Entertainment Hour

1991-07-13

Get ready to scream with laughter! Sam Kinison's primal scream will echo down through the comedy hal

Sam Kinison: Live, Loud & Rare
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Sam Kinison: Live, Loud & Rare

1991-01-01

This is a rare early performance of Sam Kinison that was included as an extra on the "Family Enterta

Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special
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Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special

1985-08-03

Some of the best new talent is showcased in these annual comedy specials each year. Every show is ho

Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?
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Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

1999-04-01

For fans of comedy, Sam Kinison needs no introduction. His scathing comedy tackled tough topics no o

Back From Hell: A Tribute to Sam Kinison
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Back From Hell: A Tribute to Sam Kinison

2010-02-06

Tribute to comedy great Sam Kinison

Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me
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Rodney Dangerfield: It's Not Easy Bein' Me

1986-09-06

Rodney Dangerfield hosted this HBO special which includes fantastic performances by some of the best

Back to School
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Back to School

1986-06-13

Self-made millionaire Thornton Melon decides to get a better education and enrolls at his son Jason'

Guitar
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Guitar

1991-01-01

It's a Bundyful Life
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It's a Bundyful Life

1989-12-17

Al's guardian angel decides to pay him a visit and show him what life is like without him.

Sam Kinison: Live in Vegas
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Sam Kinison: Live in Vegas

1991-01-01

Comedy / Music/Musical - In the town that knows no limits, Kinison gives a completely raw and uncens

Howard Stern's U.S. Open Sores
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Howard Stern's U.S. Open Sores

1989-09-29

Howard Stern's U.S. Open Sores was an event that occurred at the Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, New Yor

Savage Dawn
2.1

Savage Dawn

1985-12-21

A vicious biker gang takes over a small town in Arizona. A Vietnam War vet passing through town and

Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary
3.8

Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary

1989-09-24

A TV special celebrating the 15th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, m

I Am Sam Kinison
2.6

I Am Sam Kinison

2017-12-19

A feature-length documentary film exploring the life and legacy of shock comic Sam Kinison, a former

Rodney Dangerfield: Opening Night at Rodney's Place
3.6

Rodney Dangerfield: Opening Night at Rodney's Place

1989-05-06

Cable TV Special. Rodney Auditions for an adult movie and finds out all men are not created equal. G

A Tribute to Sam Kinison
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A Tribute to Sam Kinison

1993-05-23

Broadcast approximately one year after the death of Sam Kinison, this special includes tributes from

Sam Kinison: Banned
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Sam Kinison: Banned

1990-01-01

Sam Kinison live at the Felt Forum, 2/14/89. Also has opening act Carl Labove plus Sam's 3 MTV video

Bon Jovi | Access All Areas: A Rock & Roll Odyssey
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Bon Jovi | Access All Areas: A Rock & Roll Odyssey

1990-11-20

Access All Areas: A Rock & Roll Odyssey is a documentary following rock band Bon Jovi on their succe

Sam Kinison: The Scream Continues
3.5

Sam Kinison: The Scream Continues

2016-01-01

Comedy Dynamics sits down with Sam Kinison's brother, Bill, to set the record straight on the storie

Neil Young & Crazy Horse - In a Rusted Out Garage
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Neil Young & Crazy Horse - In a Rusted Out Garage

1986-11-13

Recorded at the outset of Neil Young's In A Rusted Out Garage tour in late 1986. Originally broadcas

Sacred Cow Halloween Special
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Sacred Cow Halloween Special

1993-10-31

Bill Hicks and Kevin Booth take phone calls while visiting HELL for one night. Celebrating ten years