TV Guide: Richard Pryor

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Video: George pays tribute to his hero and talks about the influence Richard Pryor had on his own comedy.

TBS — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

George pays tribute to his hero and talks about the influence Richard Pryor had on his own comedy.

Video: The Wiz

Starz — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Synopsis: An extravagant re-imagining of "The Wizard Of Oz" with pop superstars Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, co-starring Richard Pryor, Nipsey Russell. Music by Quincy Jones.

Video: Richard Pryor Live On The Sunset Strip

Starz — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Synopsis: Richard Pryor brilliantly ranges from sex to slavery to his own scandalous - and nearly fatal - freebasing episode in this stand-up performance filmed at the Hollywood Palladium on the Sunset Strip.

Video: Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling

Starz — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Synopsis: Based on his own life, Richard Pryor directs and stars in the story of a superstar stand-up comedian whose near-death accident while using drugs causes him to reflect on his past.

Video: Richard Pryor: Live & Smokin

Amazon Video on Demand — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

In 1971, Pryor's true comedic genius began to shine as he recorded one of his first live performances on stage at the New York Improvisation.Noted as one of Pryor's most iconic and raw stand-up comedy routines; Richard Pryor: Live & Smokin' features some of his most classic and beloved bits, including "Wino Preacher" and "Willie the Junkie" among others.

Video: Richard Pryor: Live & Smokin

Amazon Video on Demand — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Video: Trailer

Trailer Addict — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

In Harlem, New York, Sugar Ray (Richard Pryor) has a small-time dice game in the back of his candy store. After nearly being killed by an angry man who lost to Ray, he's saved when an 8-year old errand boy shoots the man in the head. The orphan, who goes by the name 'Quick', becomes the 'good luck charm' for Ray and grows up with him. 20 years later, Sugar Ray and a grown-up Quick (Eddie Murphy) now run a highly successful club called "Club Sugar Ray" in 1930s Harlem. The club is a speakeasy, with a brothel in the back run by tough talking Vera (Della Reese).

Video: Richard Pryor's Legacy

CBS News — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Richard Pryor was a legend for his powerful and unique comedy, and for his inspiration of so many young comedians who followed in his path. Bill Whitaker takes a look at the late comedian's life.

Video: Richard Pryor's Humor And Pain

CBS News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The comedian, who gained a wide following for his expletive-filled but universal and frequently personal insights into modern life and race relations, died at age 65. Bill Whitaker has more.

Video: Celebs Remember Richard Pryor

CBS News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Richard Pryor spent most of his life making the world laugh. Some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities remembered the comedian for his contributions. Suraya Fadal of CBS affiliate KCBS/KCAL reports.

Video: Richard Pryor Dies

CBS News — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Comedian Richard Pryor has died after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. Pryor will be remembered for his frank humor that often tackled taboo subjects such as racism. Drew Levinson reports.

Video: The Tragic Side of Comedy: Richard Pryor

Biography — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Rain Pryor discusses who Richard Pryor really was.

Video: Richard Pryor

NY Times — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Longtime friend and collaborator Paul Mooney reflects on Richard Pryor's groundbreaking comedic style and enduring legacy. (Producers: Kassie Bracken/Calvin Sims)

Video: Richard Pryor: Here and Now

Amazon Video on Demand — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Part live stand-up performance, part documentary, this film is one of comedian Richard Pryor's later stand-up performances. As foul-mouthed as ever, Pryor touches on most of the same topics as in his previous live shows.

Video: Richard Pryor Live on the Sunset Strip

Amazon Video on Demand — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

If Richard Pryor were accused of being the funniest man in America, this film of his incredible stage act would be Exhibit A. It is proof beyond the shadow of a doubt! Shot live at the Hollywood Palladium, the film captures all the excitement, lunacy and electric force of a Pryor performance. And though he's the only star of this hilarious show, he's never alone on stage. With him is his amazing array of characterizations as he talks about his trip to Africa in search of his roots, his early days playing one-night gigs in Mafia-owned clubs and strip joints, and numerous other outrageous topics. Finally, he talks about Pryor on Fire - a recounting of the accident which nearly took his life -an episode he relates with wit and a touch of poignancy. You'll laugh like you've never laughed before!

Video: Richard Pryor: Here and Now

CinemaNow — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Pryor at his prime! A rare glimpse of a high-voltage comedian in a unique, piercing and incredibly funny performance.

Video: The Exorcist II

Hulu — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Season 1, Episode 7: Even in the face of death itself you don't ever want bad mouth Father Karras' (Richard Pryor) mama.

Video: Richard Pryor: Live on Sunset Strip

CinemaNow — Sat, 31 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Comedic genius Richard Pryor explores various topics as well as his own personal tragedies in this hysterical, yet emotionally stirring, concert performance.

Video: Saturday Night Live (SNL) December 13, 1975 - Richard Pryor / Gil Scott-Heron

Amazon Video on Demand — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Richard Pryor talks about women who leave men, winos and acid while hosting this seven-second delayed episode. Richard is joined by musical guest Gil Scott-Heron ("Johannesburg" and "A Lovely Day"). Sketches include Samurai Hotel, Word Association, Line-Up, Black & White, Weekend Update (Emily Litella), Exorcist II, a film by Albert Brooks ("Sick In Bed") and a visit from Jim Henson's Muppets. Shelly Pryor also recites "Christmas Carousel". Originally aired December 13, 1975.

Video: Biography - Richard Pryor

CinemaNow — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500

RICHARD PRYOR: COMIC ON THE EDGE examines Pryor's rise as a comedy superstar from his childhood in Peoria, Illinois, to his debut on the segregated CHITLIN' CIRCUIT, and his eventual rise to unprecedented crossover success on stage...

Photo: Richard Pryor - Sept. 19, 2000

courtesy Steve Granitz/WireImage.com — Sun, 19 Nov 2000 00:00:00 -0500

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Photo: Richard Pryor - "Original Kings of Comedy" Los Angeles Premiere - Aug.10, 2000

courtesy Steve Granitz/WireImage.com — Thu, 10 Aug 2000 00:00:00 -0500

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