Funny People is an upcoming 2009 American comedy-drama film, written, co-produced, and directed by Judd Apatow, starring Adam Sandler and Seth Rogen as stand up comedians. According to Apatow, the movie is due out July 31st, 2009. Similar to Apatow's previous films, the film would use both comedic and dramatic elements, though it will contain more of the latter. The film is a co-production between Happy Madison Productions and Apatow Productions. Funny People is in production as of October 2008. Universal Pictures and Columbia Pictures will co-finance the film, while Universal will distribute worldwide.

George Simmons (Adam Sandler) is a very successful yet self-involved stand-up comedian who learns that he has an un-treatable blood disorder and is given less than a year to live. Ira Wright (Seth Rogen) is a struggling up-and-coming stand-up comedian who works at a deli and has yet to figure out his onstage persona. One thing these different men have in common is that neither of them has any close friends. One night, George takes notice of Ira when they perform at the same club and he hires him to be his semi-personal assistant and opening act at his performances. George and Ira form a close bond as George teaches Ira how to win the crowd and Ira helps the dying George find closure in his legacy.

Dave Attell, Sarah Silverman, Norm Macdonald, and Andy Dick have reportedly filmed cameo appearances as comedians, presumably as themselves, who are acquainted with George. Musician James Taylor, MadTV member Nicole Parker and newcomer Bo Burnham have also filmed appearances. Bruce Springsteen is written into a cameo role as himself offering George spiritual guidance, though it is unconfirmed at this point if he will appear. Undeclared alum Carla Gallo revealed she has a cameo in the film as a character on a TV show within the film that Mark stars in.