Plot — What is Leave 'Em Laughing about?
Real-life clown Jack Thum, along with his devoted wife, Shirlee, cared for dozens of homeless children — 37 of them over the years — in the Chicago area, all of whom come back to visit when they discover he's terminally ill.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1981 |
| Genre | Drama, TV Movie |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 98 min |
| Audience Score | 80% (8.0/10, 2 votes) |
Leave 'Em Laughing — FAQ
Is Leave 'Em Laughing worth watching? Leave 'Em Laughing holds a 8.0/10 rating from 2 viewers. Real-life clown Jack Thum, along with his devoted wife, Shirlee, cared for dozens of homeless children — 37 of them over the years — in the Chicago area, all of whom come back to visit when they discover he's terminally
Who directed Leave 'Em Laughing? Directed by Jackie Cooper.
Who is in the cast of Leave 'Em Laughing? It stars Mickey Rooney, Anne Jackson, Allen Garfield, Elisha Cook Jr., Michael LeClair, William Windom and more.
Where can I stream Leave 'Em Laughing? You can stream Leave 'Em Laughing on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus. Availability may vary by region.
When did Leave 'Em Laughing release? It released in 1981.
