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Giveaway — Funny People

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Judd Apatow takes audiences on a hilarious and revealing look at the world of stand-up comedy with the story of George Simmons, a famous comedian who is given a second chance at life in Funny People, which is available in Blu-ray and DVD and features more heartfelt laughs with both the original theatrical movie and a never-before-seen unrated film! 

In Funny People,Adam Sandler leads an all-star ensemble cast including Seth Rogen, Leslie Mann, Jonah Hill, Eric Bana and Jason Schwartzman, along with special cameo appearances from some of comedy’s greatestlegends including Paul Reiser, Ray Romano, Sarah Silverman, Norm Mac Donald, Dave Attell and Charles Fleisher, among others. 

The Bonus Features section of the DVD is a treasure trove of brilliant behind the scenes wackiness.  

Throughout the production of the film, Judd Apatow and his entire production team were mindful of home entertainment audiences, gathering exclusive footage of the filmmaking process and creating special features that they knew fans would love. Accordingly, both the two-disc Collector’s Edition Blu-rayand DVD come loaded with exclusive bonus features, including: 

  • Hilarious gag reels
  • Deleted & Extended / Alternate ScenesLine-O-Rama:  Re-watch some of the movie’s funniest scenes, but this time with alternate punch lines
  • Funny People Diaries: A documentary in four parts which takes audiences inside all aspects of the filmmaking process from early cast table reads and joke brainstorming sessions, to the various filmmaking techniques employed throughout the production.
  • Raaaaaaaandy!:  This mockumentary takes fans on the road with Aziz Ansari’s Randy character from the film.
  • Feature Commentary with director Judd Apatow and stars Adam Sandler and Seth Rogen
  • Documentaries:
  • Judd’s High School Radio Show
  • Music from Funny People: Listen to music from and inspired by the film from James Taylor, Adam Sandler, Jon Brion and RZA.
  • From the Archives:  Watch Adam Sandler and Judd Apatow on a 1990 episode of The Midnight Hour with Bill Maher; Sandler’s first appearance on David Letterman; and Seth Rogen doing stand up at 13!
  • The Films of George Simmons: Watch footage from George Simmons’ greatest films including Sayonara Davey and Merman.
  • Prank Call 1990:  Watch Sandler as he performs an actual prank phone call, in this archival footage from Judd Apatow’s personal video library.
  • “Yo Teach…!”: Go “behind-the-scenes” of “Yo Teach…!”, the television show featured in the film Funny People.

Screenhead has available on copy of Judd Apatow’s Funny People to give away.  Post your name and we will pick the lucky winner Tuesday, December 15, 2009.

 

 

 

155 COMMENTS & TRACKBACKS

  1. Deborah Wellenstein
    December 14th, 2009 at 6:45 am

    We need a good laugh. Thanks!

  2. Claire
    December 14th, 2009 at 6:53 am

    Didn’t get a chance to see this in theaters!

  3. Gretchen Taylor
    December 14th, 2009 at 7:04 am

    perfect for new year’s eve at my house

  4. Gloria
    December 14th, 2009 at 7:28 am

    Sounds like my type of movie!!

  5. Tricia Andrews
    December 14th, 2009 at 7:38 am

    I’d love to see this movie!

  6. Candie L
    December 14th, 2009 at 8:20 am

    I would love this for my husband. Thank you

  7. Mariel Dumas
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:24 am

    I’d love to win!

  8. Jay French
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:28 am

    Funny actors – I’d like to see the movie.

  9. Zachary W.
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:40 am

    awesome movie..it is pretty funny!

  10. Morgan B
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:40 am

    I heard this was funny!

  11. Tim Hughes
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:57 am

    Please pick this guy.

  12. Steve M.
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:59 am

    Thank you!

  13. sally wess
    December 14th, 2009 at 10:01 am

    this looks like a funny movie
    thanks, and happy holiday,all

  14. Susan Smith
    December 14th, 2009 at 10:30 am

    Please enter me

  15. John Ferris
    December 14th, 2009 at 10:48 am

    This sounds hilarious.

  16. Jennifer Jozwiak
    December 14th, 2009 at 12:31 pm

    I hope i win!

  17. Kerri R
    December 14th, 2009 at 1:06 pm

    thanks for the chance

  18. LeAndrew Taylor
    December 14th, 2009 at 1:17 pm

    Sounds like a great movie!

    Thanks for the chance to win!

    Good Luck and Happy Holidays to all!

  19. Maja Meza
    December 14th, 2009 at 3:11 pm

    sounds great

  20. DanV
    December 14th, 2009 at 4:15 pm

    This looks funny

  21. theodore esteghamat
    December 14th, 2009 at 6:00 pm

    I would love to win this comedy.

  22. Marcy Strahan
    December 14th, 2009 at 6:12 pm

    I HAVE BEEN WANTING TO SEE THIS!

    Marcy Strahan

  23. Gianna
    December 14th, 2009 at 6:23 pm

    I’ve been wanting to see this! Please enter me :)

  24. ky2here
    December 14th, 2009 at 6:38 pm

    This was a surprisingly layered and complex movie. I’d like to own a copy for repeat viewing.

  25. Angela Palmer
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:12 pm

    Very nice, thanks.

  26. Sand
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:32 pm

    This seems like a funny movie.

  27. Miranda Allen
    December 14th, 2009 at 9:57 pm

    looks like a great movie

  28. Buddy Garrett
    December 14th, 2009 at 10:09 pm

    Great movie. I would love to win it.

  29. Jill L
    December 14th, 2009 at 10:27 pm

    This looks like a great movie. I have been wanting to see it.

  30. BRIAN E.
    December 14th, 2009 at 11:01 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway…

  31. Stephanie
    December 14th, 2009 at 11:16 pm

    I’d love to see this movie. Thanks!

  32. John
    December 14th, 2009 at 11:30 pm

    I really want to see this dvd. so many bad things are happening in the world and this dvd would make me laugh. Adam Sandler is a trip

  33. Lacey
    December 15th, 2009 at 5:57 am

    Would love to win, thanks!

  34. Kevin W
    December 17th, 2009 at 12:20 am

    Thanks for offering this.

  35. Kenna McHugh
    December 17th, 2009 at 2:15 am

    Lisa Vance (50) is the winner — congratulations!

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