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Johnny Carson: King of Late Night

2012·Movie
1h 55min
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1
IMDb8.1

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3
  • Tension2

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

A real life story, show business, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition4

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Chronological look at the life and career of Johnny Carson (1925-2005), with commentary from an ex-wife and more than 30 fellow comedians, friends, employees, and biographers. The biography defines why Carson was an enduring star (his cool, his timing, his genuine laugh, his breadth of knowledge) and pursues his motivations and inner self (a loner with a drinking problem, a decent Midwesterner whose mother withheld approval, a quiet person who loved to entertain). The key to understanding him, argues the biography, is his love of magic.
Biographical DocumentaryShowbiz HistoryNostalgic PortraitPsychological DepthComedy LegendCultural Icon AnalysisIntimate Interview StyleMidwestern MelancholyMedia Legacy

Crew

Directed by:
Mark A. Catalena

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Johnny Carson: King of Late Night worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Johnny Carson: King of Late Night rated?

Drug use

Content advisories: drug use.

How long is Johnny Carson: King of Late Night?

1 h 55 min

Johnny Carson: King of Late Night runs 1 h 55 min.

Is Johnny Carson: King of Late Night based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Johnny Carson: King of Late Night in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.