George Carlin: The Real George Carlin

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1973 · 50 min · Comedy · TV Movie · Documentary

Overview

Carlin recorded his only network special, The Real George Carlin, in 1973. Featuring bits about growing up in New York, the material is neither profane nor squeaky clean – but has a slice of life element obviously lacking in the cuddly Carlin of the '60s. There’s a gold star moment of longhaired George mocking a cardboard cutout of the suit and tie version, and so take-em-or-leave-them musical appearances by BB King and Kris Kristofferson. Certainly, worth a modern glance.

Directed by Clark Jones

Cast

• George Carlin — Self
• B.B. King — Self
• Rita Coolidge — Self
• Kris Kristofferson — Self