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The One and Only Dick Gregory

Comedy was only the beginning of his life's work.

7.8

2021•1h 53m

This revealing portrait of comedian, activist, pop-culture icon and thought leader Dick Gregory documents his many personal reinventions throughout the decades, from celebrity to civil rights hero and beyond, while hearing from the incredible entertainers who have been inspired by his blueprint.

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Trailers & Videos

Thumbnail for video: The One and Only Dick Gregory (2021) Official Trailer | SHOWTIME Documentary Film

The One and Only Dick Gregory (2021) Official Trailer | SHOWTIME Documentary Film

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'The Vietnam War' Official Clip | The One and Only Dick Gregory | SHOWTIME Documentary Film

Cast

Photo of Dick Gregory

Dick Gregory

Self

Photo of Chris Rock

Chris Rock

Self

Photo of Harry Belafonte

Harry Belafonte

Self

Photo of Kevin Hart

Kevin Hart

Self

Photo of Lena Waithe

Lena Waithe

Self

Photo of Dave Chappelle

Dave Chappelle

Self

Photo of Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes

Self

Photo of Nick Cannon

Nick Cannon

Self

Photo of Rob Schneider

Rob Schneider

Self

Photo of W. Kamau Bell

W. Kamau Bell

Self

Photo of Lawrence O'Donnell

Lawrence O'Donnell

Self

Photo of Robert Lipsyte

Robert Lipsyte

Self

Photo of Ed Bradley

Ed Bradley

Self (archive footage)

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