COME WHAT MAY is an intimate, unflinching portrait of beloved comedian Ralphie May, whose large personality and even larger size set him apart from the rest and helped skyrocket him to fame. This loving husband and father fell victim to enablers, addiction, and abuse, causing his bright light to burn out far too quickly. Featuring candid interviews with friends and family, alongside never-before-seen archival footage, what unfolds is a loving tribute to a flawed and complicated man who brought joy to millions, but pain and heartbreak to those who knew him best. 

Directed By: David Gantz, Lahna Turner

Featuring: Jay Leno, Jay Mohr, Tiffany Haddish, Jeff Ross, Maz Jobrani, Alonzo Bodden, Russell Peters, Kevin Smith, Dr. Drew Pinsky

Everyone has their angels and demons. Watch the trailer for COME WHAT MAY, the larger-than-life story of comedian Ralphie May whose legacy is nearly as big as his waistline. Nationwide theatrical roadshow begins April 28 in partnership with the Laugh Factory featuring Q&As with the filmmakers and special guests in each city all summer. Get tickets now at comewhatmayfilm.com

LOS ANGELES, CA
Thu, April 30, 2026 7PM
LAEMMLE NOHO
Q&A with Dr. Drew

BURBANK, CA
Tue, May 5, 2026 7PM
FLAPPERS COMEDY CLUB & RESTAURANT
With Lahna Turner and David Gantz

 
LAS VEGAS, NV
Thu, May 7, 2026 7PM
THE BEVERLY THEATER
Panelists include Ant and Wendy Kaufman ("The Snapple Lady")

 

HOUSTON, TX
Wed, May 13, 2026
RIVER OAKS THEATRE

 
TEMPE, AZ
Wed, May 20, 2026
HARKINS - TEMPE MARKETPLACE

 
DALLAS, TX
Sun, June 14, 2026
TEXAS THEATER

NASHVILLE, TN
Thu, June 18, 2026 8PM
BELCOURT THEATRE

AUSTIN, TX
Wed, June 24, 2026
GALAXY AUSTIN

WAUKESHA, WI
Wed, July 8, 2026

MARCUS MAJESTIC-BROOKFIELD
Prime time with Lahna in person