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Albert Brooks: Defending My Life

Albert Brooks: Defending My Life

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Albert Brooks: Defending My Life

"Comedian. Actor. Filmmaker."

2023

1h 28m

7.2(24 votes)

Documentary

Overview

Rob Reiner profiles Albert Brooks, comedic legend, acclaimed filmmaker, talented character actor and a lifelong friend, who Reiner first met in their high school drama club.

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Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

Albert Brooks

Albert Brooks

Self

Rob Reiner

Rob Reiner

Self

Chris Rock

Chris Rock

Self

Conan O'Brien

Conan O'Brien

Self

Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes

Self

Jon Stewart

Jon Stewart

Self

Ben Stiller

Ben Stiller

Self

Steven Spielberg

Steven Spielberg

Self

Sarah Silverman

Sarah Silverman

Self

David Letterman

David Letterman

Self

Creative team

Directed by: Rob Reiner
Produced by: Rob Reiner
Michele Reiner

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