Thank You, Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon

Del Close was never a household name, but any comedy enthusiast is aware of his impact. From Bill Murray to Chris Farley to Amy Poehler, many of the most famous comedians consider him their mentor. Fifteen years after Del Close’s death, thousands of Improv students, comedy fans, actors, and successful comedians gather to celebrate the most important person in modern comedy that no one knows.

Directed by Todd G. Bieber

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TrailerThank You Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon - Trailer

TrailerThank You Del: The Story of the Del Close Marathon - Trailer

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Cast

Del Close

Self (archive footage)

Amy Poehler

Self

Matt Walsh

Self

Bill Murray

Self

Harold Ramis

Self

Andrew Alexander

Self

Anthony Atamanuik

Self

Claire Ayoub

Self

Matt Besser

Self

Mike Birbiglia

Self

Kiko Blade

Self

Marta Borges

Self

Nicole Byer

Self

Louis C.K.

Self

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