I'm Dying Up Here: 101: Pilot (2017) — Screenplay
In 1970s LA, aspiring stand-up comics chase fame and validation while navigating the cutthroat, drug-fueled comedy club scene that can make or break them.
- Written by
- David Flebotte, Justin Hillian
- Genre
- Drama
- Studio
- Showtime
- Length
- 64 pages
This pilot is a masterclass in establishing a vivid period setting through sharp, authentic dialogue and a gritty tone. Study how it balances multiple character arcs with a single, high-stakes performance night, using the comedy club as a pressure-cooker to reveal vulnerability and ambition.
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