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Bill Hicks

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Bill Hicks

Born December 16, 1961 · Valdosta, Georgia, USA

Died February 26, 1994 · aged 32

William Melvin "Bill" Hicks (December 16, 1961 – February 26, 1994) was an American stand-up comedian and satirist. His humor challenged mainstream beliefs, aiming to "enlighten people to think for themselves." Hicks used a ribald approach to express his material, describing himself as "Chomsky with dick jokes." His jokes included general discussions about society, religion, politics, philosophy a…

Known For

Bill Hicks: Sane ManBill Hicks: Sane Man · 1989
Bill Hicks: Sane Man
★ 7.21989
MovieComedy
Sane Man was filmed before Bill recorded ‘Dangerous’, his first comedy album, and is a turning point in Hicks’ career. It was the first complete Hicks show ever filmed and Bill pulled out all the stops for the cameras. Completely focused, a newly-sober Hicks paces the stage like a wild animal riffing effortless.
Rodney Dangerfield: Nothin' Goes RightRodney Dangerfield: Nothin' Goes Right · 1988
Rodney Dangerfield: Nothin' Goes Right
★ 6.41988
MovieComedy
Rodney Dangerfield hosts a showcase of comics including himself, Robert Schimmel, Bill Hicks, and Andrew Dice Clay, among others.
Bill Hicks: One Night StandBill Hicks: One Night Stand · 1991
Bill Hicks: One Night Stand
★ 7.01991
MovieComedy
Bill Hicks shows us his view on smoking, smoking pot, drinking, sex, advertisement and music. It's not a view you hear very often.
Denis Leary: No Cure for CancerDenis Leary: No Cure for Cancer · 1993
Denis Leary: No Cure for Cancer
★ 7.01993
MovieComedy
Ticked off comic Denis Leary talks honestly about subjects ranging from smoking, red meat, drugs, his family, rehab, and yes, cancer.
Totally Bill HicksTotally Bill Hicks · 1998
Totally Bill Hicks
★ 7.81998
MovieComedyDocumentary
Consisting of two parts: ‘Revelations’, Bill Hicks’ last live performance in the United Kingdom made at the Dominion Theatre; and a documentary about Hicks’ life ‘Just a Ride’ featuring interviews with friends, admirers, and family.
Sacred Cow Halloween SpecialSacred Cow Halloween Special · 1993
Sacred Cow Halloween Special
★ 9.01993
MovieComedy
Bill Hicks and Kevin Booth take phone calls while visiting HELL for one night. Celebrating ten years of low budget indy productions by Sacred Cow productions for Austin Public Access TV.
Preacherman Meets WidderwomanPreacherman Meets Widderwoman · 1973
Preacherman Meets Widderwoman
1973
MovieComedy
"Preacherman" Amos T. Huxley meets his match in five-time widow Alzena Suggs.
Bill Hicks Live: Satirist, Social Critic, Stand-up ComedianBill Hicks Live: Satirist, Social Critic, Stand-up Comedian · 2004
Bill Hicks Live: Satirist, Social Critic, Stand-up Comedian
★ 7.42004
MovieComedy
Since Bill died in 1993, his work has reached a new audience and he has become a powerful cult figure. The DVD captures Bill at his very best, with three of his legendary filmed performances: "One Night Stand" - the Old Vic Theatre in Chicago (30 min) "Revelations" - the Dominion Theatre in London (65 min) "Relentless" - Bill’s breakout performance at the Montreal Comedy Festival (70 min)

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