| The Funniest Man Dead or Alive | |
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| Also known as | Richard Pyror: The Funniest Man Dead or Alive |
| Written by | Reginald Hudlin |
| Directed by | Reginald Hudlin |
| Starring | Various |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Producer | Abbie Kearse |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Budget | $150,000 (estimated) |
| Original release | |
| Network | BET |
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Richard Pryor: The Funniest Man Dead or Alive is a 2005 television documentary film aired by the television network BET on the life and influence of Richard Pryor. The thirty-minute special featured commentary from a wide range of actors, comedians, musicians, politicians, and Pryor's own family members. It aired just nine days after his death.
