History of the World, Part 1 (1981)
- Jun 11, 1981
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 20
R | 1h 32min | 7/10 | Comedy, Satire
Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.)
STORYLINE
"History of the World, Part I" is a comedic take on various historical periods, from the Stone Age to the French Revolution, presented in a series of skits. Mel Brooks, the mastermind behind this film, leads the audience on a journey through time with his signature humor. The movie opens with the dawn of man and moves through key moments in history, including the Roman Empire, the Spanish Inquisition, and the French Revolution. Each segment is filled with outrageous characters and hilarious scenarios, making for a rollicking and irreverent exploration of the past. The film is interspersed with musical numbers, sight gags, and parodies of historical and biblical events, all delivered with Brooks' trademark flair.
CREDITS
Director: Mel Brooks
Writer: Mel Brooks
Starring:
- Mel Brooks
- Gregory Hines
- Dom DeLuise
Cinematography: Woody Omens
Edited by: John C. Howard
Music by: John Morris
Distributed by: 20th Century Fox
Release date: June 12, 1981
Run Time: 1 hr 32 min
Country: United States
Languages: English
Budget: $11 million
Box office: $31.7 million
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