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True Story

2021-11-24 · 36 min / episode · ★ 7.1

Drama · Crime

A world-famous comedian desperately searches for a way out after a night in Philadelphia with his brother threatens to sabotage more than his success.

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Creators
Eric Newman
Production companies
HartBeat Productions, Grand Electric
Countries
United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Kevin HartKevin HartKid
Wesley SnipesWesley SnipesCarlton
Paul AdelsteinPaul Adelstein
William CatlettWilliam CatlettHerschel
Tawny NewsomeTawny NewsomeBillie
Ash SantosAsh SantosDaphne
Lauren LondonLauren LondonMonyca
Theo RossiTheo RossiGene
John AlesJohn Ales
Chris DiamantopoulosChris Diamantopoulos
Billy ZaneBilly ZaneAri

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