The Gong Show Movie

May 23, 1980

1h 29m

★ 3.5

The Gong Show that was gonged by the censor.

Overview

A week in the life of "The Gong Show" host and creator Chuck Barris.

Genres

Comedy

Production Companies

Chuck Barris Productions

Universal Pictures

The Gong Show Movie Trailers

Cast

Himself

Chuck Barris

Red

Robin Altman

Mabel

Mabel King

Himself

Steve Garvey

Himself

Jamie Farr

Raoul the Maitre D'

Rip Taylor

Himself

Rosey Grier

Performer in Tuxedo

Tony Randall

The Unknown Comic

Murray Langston

Man Dying in Elevator

Patrick Cranshaw

Dr. Jerry Queasley

David Sheiner

Vito

Phillip Simms

Aging TV star Walter Campbell's attempts to break up with younger girlfriend Lucy are thwarted by the announcement of her pregnancy. Looking for space, Walter resolves to visit his estranged daughter Nic, currently residing in Big Sur, resentful of her father's neglectful parenting and womanizing ways. He agrees to give a lift to Nic's friend Kim, who having recently attended the funeral of her estranged mother, is dealing with her own emotional baggage. Upon arriving in Big Sur, Walter discovers that Nic is living on a lesbian commune, and is in fact due to get married. Nic is appreciative of Walter's acceptance of her sexuality, which sees the pair's relationship begin to repair, but this newly formed bond is at risk of being destroyed once and for all.

0.0

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0.0

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0.0

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6.8

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0.0

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