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John Bishop's Comedy Journey Inspires Film Release This December
10/23/2025
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Story summary
- John Bishop, the comedian, inspired a film about his first stand-up gig at Manchester's Frog and Bucket titled Is This Thing On?, directed by Bradley Cooper.
- The film follows the story of comic Alex, played by Will Arnett.
- Bishop says he began comedy during a personal crisis in 2000 and views 25 years of work.
- The release is set for December.
