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The Opening Act
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The film follows Will Chu whose true life passion is to become a stand-up comedian. He is given the opportunity to emcee a comedy show, opening for his hero, Billy G. Chu has to decide if he wants to continue the life he has set up or to pursue his dream, the life of a comedian.
Where to watch
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Cast
Jimmy O. Yang
Neal Brennan
Jermaine Fowler
Cedric the Entertainer
Alex Moffat
Bill Burr
Debby Ryan
Ken Jeong
Roy Wood Jr.
Russell Peters
Courtney Pauroso
Jackie Tohn
Tom Segura
Alonzo BoddenDetails
- Director
- Steve Byrne
- Writers
- Steve Byrne
- Release date
- October 16, 2020
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Original language
- English
- Studios
- Wild West Picture Show Productions, Look to the Sky Films
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