Movie: Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special

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Rodney Dangerfield
Rodney Dangerfield

host

Louie Anderson
Louie Anderson

himself

Sam Kinison
Sam Kinison

himself

Bob Saget
Bob Saget

himself

Yakov Smirnoff
Yakov Smirnoff

himself

Maurice LaMarche
Maurice LaMarche

himself

Bob Nelson
Bob Nelson

himself

Rita Rudner
Rita Rudner

herself

Richie Gold
Richie Gold

himself

Harry Basil
Harry Basil

himself

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    Some of the best new talent is showcased in these annual comedy specials each year. Every show is hosted by a different accomplished comedian. In 1984, the 9th year, the host was the magnificent Rodney Dangerfield.

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    1985-08-03

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