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Joan Alexandra Molinsky, known professionally as Joan Rivers, was an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and television host. She was noted for her often controversial comedic persona—heavily self-deprecating and sharply acerbic, especially towards celebrities and politicians.

Joan Rivers

Joan Rivers Biography / Wiki

NameJoan Rivers
Also KnowJoan Alexandra Molinsky, The Queen of the Barbed One-liners
GenderFemale
Known ForActing
Place of BirthBrooklyn, New York, USA
Date of Birth1933-06-08
Age(as in 2022)81
Deathday2014-09-04

Joan Rivers Acting Movies

Movie NameCharacterRelease DateOverview
Joan Rivers: A Piece of WorkHerself2010-01-25A documentary on the life and career of Joan Rivers, made as the comedienne turns 75 years old….
Joan Rivers: (Still A) Live at the London PalladiumHerself2005-11-21Filmed at her sellout farewell shows at the London Palladium, this hilarious DVD sees the acid-tongued veteran comedienne at her outrageous best, taki…
Hootenanny a Go-GoHerself1965-07-08A square rich boy wants to make it with a pretty folk singer, so he buys the coffee house where she and a bunch of other beatniks perform. Features pe…
Joan Rivers: Don’t Start with MeSelf2012-11-15Grow up, check your sensitivity at the door and feel the comedic wrath of entertainment icon Joan Rivers. In this brand new live stand-up event Joan g…
Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz1985-01-01Fictional character, Heidi Abromowitz, is the butt of everyone’s jokes….
An Audience with Joan Rivers1984-03-17The shockingly controversial, outrageous, and wickedly funny comedienne performing live in front of a celebrity audience….
Tears and Laughter: The Joan and Melissa Rivers StoryJoan Rivers1994-05-15After the loss of her husband, comedienne Joan Rivers and her daughter Melissa must discover a way to heal there broken relationship and provide each …
How to Murder a MillionaireIrma1990-05-23A Beverly Hills housewife suspects that her husband of thirty years is trying to kill her….
Why We Laugh: Funny WomenHerself2013-03-21An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today’s most promine…
Comedy Central Roast of Joan RiversHerself – Roastee2009-08-09It’s the “Queen of Mean”, Joan Rivers turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast….
Love, Sweat and TearsHerself2017-03-08Dr. Pamela Dee is on a mission to “Save The Menopausal Vaginas of America!” Her goal is to de-stigmatize Menopause and start the “Menopause Romance Re…
Joan Rivers: Abroad in LondonHerself1992-10-08Joan delivers her biting tongue to the Queen and her country….
Joan Rivers: Before Melissa Pulls the PlugHerself2006-10-242006 special for the Bravo Network….
KnitwitsBecky1997-01-01Saturday afternoon in a knitting store in New York City….
Knitwits RevisitedBecky1999-01-01KnitWits Revisited brings us back to the KnitWits’ knitting store….
Mel Brooks: Make a NoiseHerself2013-05-20Mel Brooks: Make a Noise journeys through Brooks’ early years in the creative beginnings of live television — with Sid Caesar on Your Show of Show…
GoosedBlanche1999-09-28Jennifer Tilly plays a woman who’s told by her psychic that the man of her dreams is a doctor named Steve….
InternDolly Bellows2000-01-21A young, underappreciated intern at the ultra-hip magazine Skirt must learn to deal with kissy-face phoniness, model tantrums and bulimic editors, whi…
Moms MableySelf2013-04-20A feature documentary about Jackie “Moms” Mabley, an African-American stand-up comic and show-biz pioneer who emerged from the Chitlin’ Circuit of Afr…
Growing Up Barnard2011-02-14Are women’s colleges a dying breed? In the past forty years over 75% of women’s colleges have closed or merged with their male counterparts. What …
Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’sHerself2013-05-03It’s the most mythic of all American emporiums – and the scene of many an ultimate fashion fantasy. Now audiences get a rarified chance to peek behind…
Bob Ross: The Happy PainterHerself (archive footage)2011-12-03A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality’s journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. “The Happy Pai…
SpaceballsDot Matrix (voice)1987-06-24When the nefarious Dark Helmet hatches a plan to snatch Princess Vespa and steal her planet’s air, space-bum-for-hire Lone Starr and his clueless side…
Johnny Carson: King of Late NightHerself2012-01-01Chronological look at the life and career of Johnny Carson (1925-2005), with commentary from an ex-wife and more than 30 fellow comedians, friends, em…
Les Patterson Saves the WorldPresident Rivers (uncredited)1987-04-09Fat middle aged 24/7 drunkard Les Patterson represents Australia at the UN where his fart literally incinerates an Arab ambassador. Patterson is reass…
The Story of the SwimmerSelf2014-03-11A documentary about the making of the cult film The Swimmer (1968)….
Cleavage2002-12-10“Cleavage” is an uplifting and informative journey to the most eye-catching destination on earth: The space between a woman’s breasts. Cleavage is wha…
George Carlin : The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize2009-02-04The award is not intended to be given posthumously, but Carlin’s death occurred between the announcement and the ceremony. Those there to honor Carlin…
Women Aren’t FunnyHerself2014-08-29Comedian Bonnie McFarlane dons her investigative journalist’s hat to find out once and for all if women are funny and report her unbiased findings in …
Lily: Sold OutHerself1981-02-02After taking her successful Broadway show to Las Vegas, Lily Tomlin is faced with a tough decision: soften her act for mass appeal, or keep her materi…
John Candy: Comic SpiritHerself2005-05-03A tribute to the late John Candy from the cast of Spaceballs….
Whispers: An Elephant’s TaleSpike (voice)2000-10-03A nameless baby elephant-steer was just getting used to life in the herd, when poachers kill his mother, so he runs and gets lost. He’s found by a gro…
The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-UpSelf (archive footage)2022-05-19In this comedy special, Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler and Dave Chappelle honor George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Robin Williams and Richard Pry…
The Electric Company’s Greatest Hits & BitsSelf2006-11-25When “The Electric Company” made its television debut in October 1971, it was instantly clear that it would fulfill its mission of helping struggling …
Mostly Ghostly: Have You Met My Ghoulfriend?Grandma Doyle2014-09-02Bella Thorne, Madison Pettis and Ryan Ochoa lead an ensemble cast in this spook-tacular adventure with new ghosts, new thrills, and the return of some…
The Muppets Take ManhattanPerfume saleswoman1984-06-27When the Muppets graduate from Danhurst College, they take their song-filled senior revue to New York City, only to learn that it isn’t easy to find a…
We Are Most AmusedHerself2008-11-15We Are Most Amused was a gala event held at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 12 November 2008 in honour of the 60th birthday of Charles, Prince of Wales, …
The SwimmerJoan1968-08-09Well-off ad man Ned Merrill is visiting a friend when he notices the abundance of backyard pools that populate their upscale suburb. Ned suddenly deci…
Iron Man 3Herself2013-04-18When Tony Stark’s world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution….
Shrek 2Joan Rivers (voice)2004-05-19Shrek, Fiona and Donkey set off to Far, Far Away to meet Fiona’s mother and father. But not everyone is happy. Shrek and the King find it hard to get …
The Making and Meaning of ‘We Are Family’Self2002-01-09Featuring inverviews from: Afrika Bambaataa, Ashford & Simpson, Jackson Browne, Kim Burell, Taylor Dayne, Carmen Electra, Faith Evans, Roberta Flack, …
Beastie Boys StorySelf (archive footage)2020-04-24Here’s a little story they’re about to tell… Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of their band and 40 years of friendship in a live d…
Pee-wee’s Playhouse Christmas Special1988-12-21Pee-wee Herman and pals are celebrating Christmas in the Playhouse in their own creative ways: Pee-wee makes a list for Santa Claus 1 1/2 miles long, …
Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for ItSelf (archive footage)2021-06-18Rita Moreno defied both her humble upbringing and relentless racism to become one of a select group who have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award…
Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles ProjectHimself2007-10-13The documentary consists of tape of Don’s show (never been filmed before), interviews with Don’s contemporaries, (Steve Lawrence, Bob Newhart, Debbie …
NapoleonMother Penguin (voice)1995-06-30The adventures of Golden Retriever pup Napoleon and his friend, the parrot Birdo Lucci….
The SmurfsParty Guest2011-07-29When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours — in fact, smack d…
The UndefeatedSelf (archive footage)2011-07-15A documentary that chronicles Sarah Palin’s pre-political life; her tenure as Governor of Alaska, and her time spent as John McCain’s running mate….
First DaughterJoan Rivers2004-09-24Samantha MacKenzie, the daughter of the president of the United States, arrives at college with a group of Secret Service agents. Samantha, however, r…
Serial MomHerself1994-04-13She’s the perfect all-American parent: a great cook and homemaker, a devoted recycler, and a woman who’ll literally kill to keep her family happy….
WrestleMania IIRing Announcer1986-04-07Mr. T vs. Roddy Piper in a Boxing match Battle Royal featuring superstars and athletes from the WWF and NFL Hulk Hogan (c) vs. King Kong Bundy in a St…
Rabbit TestSecond Nurse1978-04-09Lionel’s life turns around after a one-night stand on top of a pinball table… he becomes the world’s first pregnant man!…
DisclosureSelf (archive footage)2020-06-19An investigation of how Hollywood’s fabled stories have deeply influenced how Americans feel about transgender people, and how transgender people have…
Night Of 100 Stars IIISelf1990-05-21A celebrity benefit for The Actors’ Fund of America, featuring music, songs, dance and comedy….
Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street LegacySelf (archive footage)2010-05-04For decades, Freddy Krueger has slashed his way through the dreams of countless youngsters, scaring up over half a billion dollars at the box office a…

Joan Rivers Directing Movies

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Rabbit TestDirector1978-04-09Lionel’s life turns around after a one-night stand on top of a pinball table… he becomes the world’s first pregnant man!…

Joan Rivers Production Movies

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Why We Laugh: Funny WomenExecutive Producer2013-03-21An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today’s most promine…

Writing

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Joan Rivers: (Still A) Live at the London PalladiumWriter2005-11-21Filmed at her sellout farewell shows at the London Palladium, this hilarious DVD sees the acid-tongued veteran comedienne at her outrageous best, taki…
The Girl Most Likely to…Writer1973-11-06An ugly girl undergoes plastic surgery and becomes beautiful. She then takes revenge on all the people who mistreated her when she was ugly….
Rabbit TestWriter1978-04-09Lionel’s life turns around after a one-night stand on top of a pinball table… he becomes the world’s first pregnant man!…
Joan Rivers: Don’t Start with MeWriter2012-11-15Grow up, check your sensitivity at the door and feel the comedic wrath of entertainment icon Joan Rivers. In this brand new live stand-up event Joan g…
Joan Rivers: Abroad in LondonWriter1992-10-08Joan delivers her biting tongue to the Queen and her country….
Joan Rivers: Before Melissa Pulls the PlugWriter2006-10-242006 special for the Bravo Network….

Other Info

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Tower HeistThanks2011-11-02A luxury condo manager leads a staff of workers to seek payback on the Wall Street swindler who defrauded them. With only days until the billionaire g…
CreatorHusbands, Wives & Lovers is a CBS television sitcom that aired for only one season in 1978. Created by Joan Rivers, this program focused on the relati…

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