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The Comic

6.119691h 35mPGMovieComedyDrama

An account of the rise and fall of a silent film comic, Billy Bright. The movie begins with his funeral, as he speaks from beyond the grave in a bitter tone about his fate, and takes us through his fame, as he ruins it with womanizing and…

DirectorCarl Reiner
WritersCarl Reiner·Aaron Ruben
ProducersCarl Reiner·Aaron Ruben

Where to watch

SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Carl Reiner

DDDick Van Dyke
Dick Van Dyke
Billy Bright
MLMichele Lee
Michele Lee
Mary Gibson
MRMickey Rooney
Mickey Rooney
Cockeye
CWCornel Wilde
Cornel Wilde
Frank Powers
NWNina Wayne
Nina Wayne
Sybil Atlas
PKPert Kelton
Pert Kelton
Mama Bell
SASteve Allen
Steve Allen
Steve Allen
BHBarbara Heller
Barbara Heller
Ginger
EPEd Peck
Ed Peck
Edwin G. Englehardt
JRJeannine Riley
Jeannine Riley
Lorraine Bell
GMGavin MacLeod
Gavin MacLeod
1st Director
JNJay Novello
Jay Novello
Miguel

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The Comic — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Comic?

The Comic is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Comic on Netflix?

No, The Comic is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is The Comic on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Comic isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on SBS On Demand instead.

Where can I watch The Comic for free?

The Comic is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.