Richard Pryor’s ‘Critical Condition’ Tops the Box Office on January 29, 1987
On January 29, 1987, Richard Pryor’s Critical Condition claimed the top spot at the box office, showcasing the comedian’s ability to draw audiences even in an unconventional role. Known primarily for his groundbreaking stand-up comedy and comedic film roles, Pryor took a slightly different approach in this medical comedy, combining humor with chaos in a way only he could deliver. Directed by Michael Apted, Critical Condition follows Kevin Lenahan, a con artist wrongfully accused of a crime who fakes insanity to avoid prison. Lenahan winds up in a psychiatric hospital…
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