Film

Private Parts 1997

Directed by Betty Thomas

  • Comedy, Drama
  • 109 min
  • R

Never before has a man done so much with so little.

The life and career of shock-jock superstar Howard Stern is recounted from his humble beginnings to his view from the top. Possessing a desire to be an on-air personality since childhood, Stern meanders through the radio world, always with his supportive wife, Alison, by his side. Landing a gig in Washington, D.C., Stern meets Robin Quivers, who will become his long-time partner in crime. When the two move to New York, they face the wrath of NBC executives.

ComedyDramaerectionbecoming an adultsexualityeroticismradiobased on true storyautobiographyautobiographicalwoman directorbased on real person

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