Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America
He can tell a lie.
TV-MA Limited Series 2026 · 7 eps · ★ 5.5 · Comedy
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An improvised, comedic approach to major events in American history in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Created by Larry David, Jeff Schaffer
Network: HBO
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Larry David Various Characters -
Samuel L. Jackson Voiceover (voice) -
Barack Obama Barack Obama -
Richard Kind Thomas Watson -
Chris Parnell Benjamin Franklin -
Alan Tudyk Thomas Jefferson -
Henry Winkler John Hancock -
Jurnee Smollett-Bell Rosa Parks -
Kaley Cuoco Gloria - Widow -
Colton Dunn Dominic - Soup Server -
Rich Fulcher Tilden's Aide - A Allan Havey Crowd Member 3
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