Escape From a Wonderful Life (1996)
The comedy troupe Upright Citizens Brigade re-edit and redub Frank Capra's "It's a Wonderful Life." After 50 years of annual performances, George Bailey is sick of being in the film. He desperately wants to be the star of an action film, but everyone else wants him to stop ad-libbing and just play his role.
Director: David Zieff
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Jay Martel as George Bailey (voice) |
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Amy Poehler as Mary Hatch (voice) |
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Matt Besser as Mr. Potter (voice) |
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Matt Walsh as Clarence (voice) |
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Ian Roberts as Uncle Billy (voice) |
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Gilbert Gottfried as Man on Porch (voice) |
| Writing | Amy Poehler | Writer |
| Writing | Matt Besser | Writer |
| Directing | David Zieff | Director |
| Writing | Matt Walsh | Writer |
| Writing | Ian Roberts | Writer |