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Parody movies have been a cinematic staple for generations, with the very greatest becoming some of the
most celebrated comedy movies
ever made. Over the last century, filmmakers have skewered everything from spy thrillers and zombie horror to Arthurian legend and
bombastic adventure movies
. The very greatest parody films expose the clichés while simultaneously celebrating what makes it iconic.
Parody movies walk a razor-thin line. Lean too far into mockery and the joke wears thin; play it too straight and the satire gets lost. The best entries endure because they’re sharply constructed comedies with memorable characters, quotable dialogue, and surprising heart. They boast razor-sharp wit, fearless absurdity, and an unmistakable love for the very stories they were sending up.
Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery (1997)
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
revitalized the spy spoof for the late ’90s by
gleefully dismantling the cool mystique of James Bond
. Created by and starring Mike Myers, the film lampoons the hyper-suave secret agent archetype. It boasts outrageous costumes, psychedelic production design, and intentionally juvenile humor.
Yet beneath the shagadelic gags lies a
surprisingly sharp critique of 1960s machismo and outdated gender politics
. Dr. Evil’s volcanic lair and convoluted schemes hilariously exaggerate Bond villain excess, while Austin’s cluelessness in the modern world keeps the comedy character-driven rather than sketch-like.
The film’s commitment to aesthetic authenticity makes its satire land harder. It features perfect mod fashion and iconic swinging London sets. By fully embracing the spy genre’s absurdities,
Austin Powers
became
both a loving tribute and a definitive takedown
of espionage cool.
Shaun Of The Dead (2004)
Shaun of the Dead
is a parody that works even without the jokes. Directed by Edgar Wright and co-written with star Simon Pegg, the film affectionately spoofs George A. Romero’s zombie classics. However, it also d
elivers a surprisingly sincere story about adulthood and stagnation.
The genius lies in
how faithfully it replicates horror structure
. It features slow-building dread, gory payoffs, and escalating chaos, all before undercutting it with razor-sharp British wit. Visual gags, smash cuts, and background details reward repeat viewings, while the pub-bound survival plan hilariously skewers genre clichés.
Yet Shaun’s emotional arc grounds the madness. This ensures that the fil
m resonates beyond its parody roots
. By respecting the zombie genre instead of mocking it from a distance,
Shaun of the Dead
elevated horror-comedy into something heartfelt, smart, and endlessly rewatchable.
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007)
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
may have underperformed at the box office, but it remains
the sharpest music biopic parody ever made
. Produced by Judd Apatow and directed by Jake Kasdan, the film mercilessly skewers the formula popularized by prestige dramas like
Walk the Line
. John C. Reilly’s Dewey Cox stumbles through every predictable trope.
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He faces childhood tragedy, drug spirals, strained marriages, and conveniently timed musical reinventions. The brilliance comes from how
precisely the film mirrors biopic clichés before exaggerating them to absurdity
. Songs parody entire eras of American music while remaining genuinely catchy.
Over time,
Walk Hard
has gained cult status. It’s
especially prescient as modern real biopics continue repeating the very conventions it mocked
. Few parodies so thoroughly dismantle an entire genre’s storytelling template.
Hot Fuzz (2007)
Hot Fuzz
takes aim at bombastic Hollywood action thrillers and small-town British coziness simultaneously. Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg alongside Nick Frost, the film
lovingly recreates the stylistic excess of buddy-cop classics
like
Bad Boys II.
Hyper-dramatic zooms, rapid-fire editing, and explosive shootouts are transplanted into an idyllic English village obsessed with “the greater good.”
The contrast fuels both satire and genuine thrills. Unlike lesser spoofs,
Hot Fuzz
commits fully to its action sequences
. This makes the climactic chaos as exhilarating as it is hilarious.
The screenplay’s meticulous setup-and-payoff structure ensures nearly
every joke circles back cleverly
. By blending affectionate homage with razor-sharp critique,
Hot Fuzz
proves parody can be both technically impressive and outrageously funny. It also managed the impossible task of improving on
Shaun of the Dead.
Monty Python And The Holy Grail (1975)
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
offers a
characteristically absurd take on English mythology
. Created by the comedy troupe Monty Python, the film gleefully dismantles Arthurian legend with anarchic absurdity. King Arthur’s quest is reduced to coconut-clopping horses, argumentative peasants, and surreal animated interludes.
The low-budget aesthetic becomes part of the joke,
transforming production limitations into comedic innovation
. Yet beneath the silliness lies razor-sharp satire targeting religious dogma, class systems, and heroic mythology itself. Quotable lines and unforgettable sequences have embedded themselves into pop culture history.
The Black Knight duel and the Knights Who Say
“Ni!”
are especially memorable. Nearly fifty years later,
Holy Grail
’s
fearless commitment to absurd logic still feels revolutionary
. It shows how even the smartest parody often comes wrapped in the silliest packaging.
This Is Spinal Tap (1984)
This Is Spinal Tap
practically
invented the modern mockumentary
.
Directed by Rob Reiner
and starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, the film blurs the line between satire and reality so convincingly that some audiences initially thought Spinal Tap was a real band. It neatly skewers the excesses of ’70s and ’80s rock with precision.
Absurd stage props, fragile egos, and hilariously pretentious artistry, are all delivered with deadpan precision. The
“goes to eleven”
amplifier gag remains
one of comedy’s most quoted jokes
. What makes it masterful is its improvisational authenticity.
The humor feels organic rather than punchline-driven. By treating ridiculousness with complete sincerity,
This Is Spinal Tap
created a parody so sharp it
permanently reshaped music satire
. It was so successful that the band did indeed start touring and a sequel was released decades later.
Blazing Saddles (1974)
Blazing Saddles
is one of the boldest studio comedies ever released. Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder, the film savagely dismantles the myths of the American Western. Instead of romanticized frontier heroism, Brooks delivers biting satire
aimed at racism, political corruption, and Hollywood cliché
.
The film’s deliberately outrageous humor forces audiences to
confront prejudice by exposing its stupidity
. From fourth-wall breaks to meta studio-lot chaos,
Blazing Saddles
refuses to play by conventional rules. Yet beneath the anarchy lies razor-sharp commentary about America’s cultural myths.
By weaponizing absurdity, Brooks
turned a genre built on stoic machismo into a vehicle for fearless social satire
. This cemented
Blazing Saddles
as more than just an effective parody. It’s one of comedy’s most daring and vital achievements.
Airplane! (1980)
Airplane!
perfected the rapid-fire joke machine
. Directed by Jim Abrahams and the Zucker brothers, the film mercilessly spoofs disaster movies like
Airport
. Every dramatic beat is undercut with literal-minded wordplay, background sight gags, and absurd non sequiturs.
Casting serious actors such as Leslie Nielsen
amplified the comedy
. They delivered ridiculous dialogue with unwavering sincerity. The joke density is staggering; barely a moment passes without a punchline.
What elevates
Airplane!
beyond sketch comedy is its commitment to narrative momentum. The crisis
unfolds earnestly even as chaos erupts onscreen
. Decades later, its quotable lines and perfectly timed absurdity still influence modern comedies, proving that relentless silliness can achieve timeless brilliance.
The Naked Gun: From The Files Of Police Squad! (1988)
Image courtest of Everett Collection
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
expanded the deadpan genius of
Airplane!
into
full-blown crime parody
. It’s once again led by Leslie Nielsen, this time as the obliviously confident Lt. Frank Drebin. It skewers hardboiled cop thrillers with escalating absurdity.
Directed by David Zucker, the comedy thrives on visual gags. It’s
littered with blink-and-you-miss-it background jokes
and hilariously literal misunderstandings. Drebin’s straight-faced incompetence contrasts perfectly with the serious tone of police procedurals.
The Naked Gun
also satirizes political pageantry and media spectacle,
broadening its targets beyond genre tropes
. Like its predecessor, it trusts the audience to keep up with its relentless pacing.
The Naked Gun
proves parody doesn’t need topical references to endure: precise timing, fearless absurdity, and total commitment to the bit are more than enough.
Young Frankenstein (1974)
Young Frankenstein
is one of parody’s most affectionate tributes. Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Gene Wilder, the film lovingly
recreates the visual style of Universal’s classic monster movies
. However, it does this all while poking gentle fun at their melodrama.
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Shot in black and white and even using original lab equipment from
Frankenstein
, it
mirrors the gothic atmosphere with remarkable fidelity
. The humor arises from character eccentricities rather than cheap mockery. Wilder’s frantic intensity and Marty Feldman’s bug-eyed Igor provide endless comedic gold.
Musical numbers and theatrical flourishes add unexpected charm. Rather than dismantling the horror genre,
Young Frankenstein
celebrates it,
demonstrating that parody can function as homage
. Its balance of reverence and irreverence makes it the most elegantly crafted
spoof
ever put to screen.
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Release Date
May 2, 1997
Runtime
89 minutes
Cast
Mike Myers
, Elizabeth Hurley, Michael York, Mimi Rogers, Robert Wagner,
Seth Green
, Fabiana Udenio, Mindy Sterling,
Will Ferrell
, Paul Dillon, Charles Napier, Joann Richter, Anastasia Sakelaris, Afifi Alaouie, Monet Mazur, Mark Bringelson, Clint Howard, Elya Baskin, Carlton Lee Russell, Daniel Weaver, Neil Mullarkey, Lea Sullivan, Chekesha Van Putten, Heather Marie Marsden, Sarah Christine Smith
Director
Jay Roach
Writers
Mike Myers
Hot Fuzz
10
/10
Release Date
February 14, 2007
Runtime
121 minutes
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
9
/10
Release Date
May 25, 1975
Runtime
91 minutes
Cast
Michael Palin, John Cleese, Terry Jones, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle
Director
Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam
Writers
Terry Jones, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, John Cleese
This is Spinal Tap
8
/10
Release Date
March 2, 1984
Runtime
82 minutes
Cast
Christopher Guest,
Michael McKean
,
Harry Shearer
, Rob Reiner, June Chadwick, Bruno Kirby, Ed Begley Jr., Fran Drescher, Dana Carvey, Sandy Helberg, Billy Crystal, Paul Benedict, Howard Hesseman, Russ Kunkel, Joyce Hyser, Paul Shaffer, Archie Hahn, Fred Willard, Anjelica Huston, Brinke Stevens, Patrick Macnee, Tony Hendra, R.J. Parnell, David Kaff, Danny Kortchmar
Director
Rob Reiner
Writers
Christopher Guest,
Harry Shearer
,
Michael McKean
, Rob Reiner
Blazing Saddles
8
/10
Release Date
February 7, 1974
Runtime
93 minutes
Cast
Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Harvey Korman, Madeline Kahn, Mel Brooks, Burton Gilliam, Alex Karras, David Huddleston, Liam Dunn, John Hillerman, George Furth, Jack Starrett, Carol Arthur, Richard Collier, Charles McGregor, Robyn Hilton, Don Megowan, Dom DeLuise, Count Basie, John Alderson, Tom Anfinsen, David Armstrong, Denny Arnold, Benjie Bancroft
Director
Mel Brooks
Writers
Alan Uger, Andrew Bergman, Norman Steinberg, Mel Brooks, Richard Pryor
Airplane!
Release Date
July 2, 1980
Runtime
88 minutes
Cast
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Lloyd Bridges, Peter Graves, Julie Hagerty, Robert Hays, Leslie Nielsen
Director
Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker
Writers
Arthur Hailey, Hall Bartlett, John C. Champion, Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Release Date
December 2, 1988
Runtime
86 minutes
Cast
Leslie Nielsen, Priscilla Presley, Ricardo Montalban, George Kennedy, O.J. Simpson, Susan Beaubian, Nancy Marchand, Raye Birk, Jeannette Charles, Ed Williams, Tiny Ron, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Winifred Freedman, Joe Grifasi, Tony Brafa, Lorali Hart, Nicholas Worth, Ronald G. Joseph, Doris Hess, Charlotte Zucker, Larry Pines, Tom Dugan, Burton Zucker, David Katz, Robert LuJane
Director
David Zucker
Writers
David Zucker, Jerry Zucker, Jim Abrahams, Pat Proft
Young Frankenstein
Release Date
December 15, 1974
Runtime
106 minutes
Gene Wilder
Frederick Frankenstein
Peter Boyle
Frankenstein's Monster
Director
Mel Brooks
Writers
Gene Wilder, Mel Brooks |
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# 10 Greatest Parody Movie Masterpieces Of The Last 100 Years, Ranked

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Parody movies have been a cinematic staple for generations, with the very greatest becoming some of the [most celebrated comedy movies](https://screenrant.com/best-comedy-movies-last-100-years-ranked/) ever made. Over the last century, filmmakers have skewered everything from spy thrillers and zombie horror to Arthurian legend and [bombastic adventure movies](https://screenrant.com/best-adventure-movies-last-100-years-ranked/). The very greatest parody films expose the clichés while simultaneously celebrating what makes it iconic.
Parody movies walk a razor-thin line. Lean too far into mockery and the joke wears thin; play it too straight and the satire gets lost. The best entries endure because they’re sharply constructed comedies with memorable characters, quotable dialogue, and surprising heart. They boast razor-sharp wit, fearless absurdity, and an unmistakable love for the very stories they were sending up.
## Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery (1997)

Austin Powers looks on in International Man of Mystery
*Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery* revitalized the spy spoof for the late ’90s by **gleefully dismantling the cool mystique of James Bond**. Created by and starring Mike Myers, the film lampoons the hyper-suave secret agent archetype. It boasts outrageous costumes, psychedelic production design, and intentionally juvenile humor.
Yet beneath the shagadelic gags lies a **surprisingly sharp critique of 1960s machismo and outdated gender politics**. Dr. Evil’s volcanic lair and convoluted schemes hilariously exaggerate Bond villain excess, while Austin’s cluelessness in the modern world keeps the comedy character-driven rather than sketch-like.
The film’s commitment to aesthetic authenticity makes its satire land harder. It features perfect mod fashion and iconic swinging London sets. By fully embracing the spy genre’s absurdities, *Austin Powers* became **both a loving tribute and a definitive takedown** of espionage cool.
## Shaun Of The Dead (2004)

shaun of the dead still of shaun and ed in their garden
*Shaun of the Dead* is a parody that works even without the jokes. Directed by Edgar Wright and co-written with star Simon Pegg, the film affectionately spoofs George A. Romero’s zombie classics. However, it also d**elivers a surprisingly sincere story about adulthood and stagnation.**
The genius lies in **how faithfully it replicates horror structure**. It features slow-building dread, gory payoffs, and escalating chaos, all before undercutting it with razor-sharp British wit. Visual gags, smash cuts, and background details reward repeat viewings, while the pub-bound survival plan hilariously skewers genre clichés.
Yet Shaun’s emotional arc grounds the madness. This ensures that the fil**m resonates beyond its parody roots**. By respecting the zombie genre instead of mocking it from a distance, *Shaun of the Dead* elevated horror-comedy into something heartfelt, smart, and endlessly rewatchable.
## Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007)

Dewey Cox and his band watch a girl walk by
*Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story* may have underperformed at the box office, but it remains **the sharpest music biopic parody ever made**. Produced by Judd Apatow and directed by Jake Kasdan, the film mercilessly skewers the formula popularized by prestige dramas like *Walk the Line*. John C. Reilly’s Dewey Cox stumbles through every predictable trope.

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He faces childhood tragedy, drug spirals, strained marriages, and conveniently timed musical reinventions. The brilliance comes from how **precisely the film mirrors biopic clichés before exaggerating them to absurdity**. Songs parody entire eras of American music while remaining genuinely catchy.
Over time, *Walk Hard* has gained cult status. It’s **especially prescient as modern real biopics continue repeating the very conventions it mocked**. Few parodies so thoroughly dismantle an entire genre’s storytelling template.
## Hot Fuzz (2007)

Nicholas and Danny in the model village in Hot Fuzz.
*Hot Fuzz* takes aim at bombastic Hollywood action thrillers and small-town British coziness simultaneously. Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg alongside Nick Frost, the film **lovingly recreates the stylistic excess of buddy-cop classics** like *Bad Boys II.* Hyper-dramatic zooms, rapid-fire editing, and explosive shootouts are transplanted into an idyllic English village obsessed with “the greater good.”
The contrast fuels both satire and genuine thrills. Unlike lesser spoofs, *Hot Fuzz* **commits fully to its action sequences**. This makes the climactic chaos as exhilarating as it is hilarious.
The screenplay’s meticulous setup-and-payoff structure ensures nearly **every joke circles back cleverly**. By blending affectionate homage with razor-sharp critique, *Hot Fuzz* proves parody can be both technically impressive and outrageously funny. It also managed the impossible task of improving on *Shaun of the Dead.*
## Monty Python And The Holy Grail (1975)

Arthur looks shocked in Monty Python and the Holy Grail
*Monty Python and the Holy Grail* offers a **characteristically absurd take on English mythology**. Created by the comedy troupe Monty Python, the film gleefully dismantles Arthurian legend with anarchic absurdity. King Arthur’s quest is reduced to coconut-clopping horses, argumentative peasants, and surreal animated interludes.
The low-budget aesthetic becomes part of the joke, **transforming production limitations into comedic innovation**. Yet beneath the silliness lies razor-sharp satire targeting religious dogma, class systems, and heroic mythology itself. Quotable lines and unforgettable sequences have embedded themselves into pop culture history.
The Black Knight duel and the Knights Who Say *“Ni!”* are especially memorable. Nearly fifty years later, *Holy Grail*’s **fearless commitment to absurd logic still feels revolutionary**. It shows how even the smartest parody often comes wrapped in the silliest packaging.
## This Is Spinal Tap (1984)

The band on stage in This is Spinal Tap
*This Is Spinal Tap* practically **invented the modern mockumentary**. [Directed by Rob Reiner](https://screenrant.com/rob-reiners-last-film-is-a-lot-more-bittersweet-after-his-passing/) and starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, the film blurs the line between satire and reality so convincingly that some audiences initially thought Spinal Tap was a real band. It neatly skewers the excesses of ’70s and ’80s rock with precision.
Absurd stage props, fragile egos, and hilariously pretentious artistry, are all delivered with deadpan precision. The *“goes to eleven”* amplifier gag remains **one of comedy’s most quoted jokes**. What makes it masterful is its improvisational authenticity.
The humor feels organic rather than punchline-driven. By treating ridiculousness with complete sincerity, *This Is Spinal Tap* created a parody so sharp it **permanently reshaped music satire**. It was so successful that the band did indeed start touring and a sequel was released decades later.
## Blazing Saddles (1974)

Gene Wilder and Cleavon Little holding each other in a fight in Blazing Saddles
*Blazing Saddles* is one of the boldest studio comedies ever released. Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder, the film savagely dismantles the myths of the American Western. Instead of romanticized frontier heroism, Brooks delivers biting satire **aimed at racism, political corruption, and Hollywood cliché**.
The film’s deliberately outrageous humor forces audiences to **confront prejudice by exposing its stupidity**. From fourth-wall breaks to meta studio-lot chaos, *Blazing Saddles* refuses to play by conventional rules. Yet beneath the anarchy lies razor-sharp commentary about America’s cultural myths.
By weaponizing absurdity, Brooks **turned a genre built on stoic machismo into a vehicle for fearless social satire**. This cemented *Blazing Saddles* as more than just an effective parody. It’s one of comedy’s most daring and vital achievements.
## Airplane! (1980)

Leslie Nielsen as Dr Rumack saying don't call me Shirley in Airplane
*Airplane\!* **perfected the rapid-fire joke machine**. Directed by Jim Abrahams and the Zucker brothers, the film mercilessly spoofs disaster movies like *Airport*. Every dramatic beat is undercut with literal-minded wordplay, background sight gags, and absurd non sequiturs.
Casting serious actors such as Leslie Nielsen **amplified the comedy**. They delivered ridiculous dialogue with unwavering sincerity. The joke density is staggering; barely a moment passes without a punchline.
What elevates *Airplane\!* beyond sketch comedy is its commitment to narrative momentum. The crisis **unfolds earnestly even as chaos erupts onscreen**. Decades later, its quotable lines and perfectly timed absurdity still influence modern comedies, proving that relentless silliness can achieve timeless brilliance.
## The Naked Gun: From The Files Of Police Squad! (1988)

Image courtest of Everett Collection
*The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad\!* expanded the deadpan genius of *Airplane\!* into **full-blown crime parody**. It’s once again led by Leslie Nielsen, this time as the obliviously confident Lt. Frank Drebin. It skewers hardboiled cop thrillers with escalating absurdity.
Directed by David Zucker, the comedy thrives on visual gags. It’s **littered with blink-and-you-miss-it background jokes** and hilariously literal misunderstandings. Drebin’s straight-faced incompetence contrasts perfectly with the serious tone of police procedurals.
*The Naked Gun* also satirizes political pageantry and media spectacle, **broadening its targets beyond genre tropes**. Like its predecessor, it trusts the audience to keep up with its relentless pacing. *The Naked Gun* proves parody doesn’t need topical references to endure: precise timing, fearless absurdity, and total commitment to the bit are more than enough.
## Young Frankenstein (1974)

Frankenstein's Monster in Young Frankenstein
*Young Frankenstein* is one of parody’s most affectionate tributes. Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Gene Wilder, the film lovingly **recreates the visual style of Universal’s classic monster movies**. However, it does this all while poking gentle fun at their melodrama.

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Discover the immortal movies that rank as the all-time best. Centuries of cinematic terror distilled into 10 unforgettable vampire films.
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Feb 7, 2026
Shot in black and white and even using original lab equipment from *Frankenstein*, it **mirrors the gothic atmosphere with remarkable fidelity**. The humor arises from character eccentricities rather than cheap mockery. Wilder’s frantic intensity and Marty Feldman’s bug-eyed Igor provide endless comedic gold.
Musical numbers and theatrical flourishes add unexpected charm. Rather than dismantling the horror genre, *Young Frankenstein* celebrates it, **demonstrating that parody can function as homage**. Its balance of reverence and irreverence makes it the most elegantly crafted **spoof** ever put to screen.
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##### [Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/austin-powers-international-man-of-mystery/ "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery")
PG-13
[Science Fiction](https://screenrant.com/tag/sci-fi/)
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
[Crime](https://screenrant.com/tag/crime/)
15
8\.6*/10*
**Release Date**
May 2, 1997
**Runtime**
89 minutes
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**Cast**
[Mike Myers](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/mike-myers/), Elizabeth Hurley, Michael York, Mimi Rogers, Robert Wagner, [Seth Green](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/seth-green/), Fabiana Udenio, Mindy Sterling, [Will Ferrell](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/will-ferrell/), Paul Dillon, Charles Napier, Joann Richter, Anastasia Sakelaris, Afifi Alaouie, Monet Mazur, Mark Bringelson, Clint Howard, Elya Baskin, Carlton Lee Russell, Daniel Weaver, Neil Mullarkey, Lea Sullivan, Chekesha Van Putten, Heather Marie Marsden, Sarah Christine Smith
**Director**
Jay Roach
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##### [Shaun of the Dead](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/shaun-of-the-dead/ "Shaun of the Dead")
R
[Horror](https://screenrant.com/tag/horror/)
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)

9*/10*
27
9\.0*/10*
**Release Date**
September 24, 2004
**Runtime**
99 minutes
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**Cast**
Kate Ashfield, Nick Frost, [Simon Pegg](https://screenrant.com/tag/simon-pegg/), Lucy Davis, Dylan Moran
**Director**
[Edgar Wright](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/edgar-wright/)
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##### [Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/walk-hard-the-dewey-cox-story/ "Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story")
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[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
[Drama](https://screenrant.com/tag/drama/)
Music
10*/10*
**Release Date**
December 21, 2007
**Runtime**
96 minutes
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**Cast**
Nat Faxon, John C. Reilly, [Tim Meadows](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/tim-meadows/), Conner Rayburn, Chip Hormess, Raymond J. Barry
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Jake Kasdan
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##### [Hot Fuzz](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/hot-fuzz/ "Hot Fuzz")
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[Action](https://screenrant.com/tag/action-movies/)
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
[Mystery](https://screenrant.com/tag/mystery/)
[Thriller](https://screenrant.com/tag/thriller/)

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**Release Date**
February 14, 2007
**Runtime**
121 minutes
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[Simon Pegg](https://screenrant.com/tag/simon-pegg/), [Martin Freeman](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/martin-freeman/), Bill Nighy, Robert Popper, Joe Cornish, Chris Waitt
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[Edgar Wright](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/edgar-wright/)
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[Edgar Wright](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/edgar-wright/), [Simon Pegg](https://screenrant.com/tag/simon-pegg/)
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##### [Monty Python and the Holy Grail](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/monty-python-and-the-holy-grail/ "Monty Python and the Holy Grail")
PG
[Fantasy](https://screenrant.com/tag/fantasy/)
[Adventure](https://screenrant.com/tag/adventure/)
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)

9*/10*
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9\.2*/10*
**Release Date**
May 25, 1975
**Runtime**
91 minutes
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**Cast**
Michael Palin, John Cleese, Terry Jones, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle
**Director**
Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam
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##### [This is Spinal Tap](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/this-is-spinal-tap/ "This is Spinal Tap")
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[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
Music

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**Release Date**
March 2, 1984
**Runtime**
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Christopher Guest, [Michael McKean](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/michael-mckean/), [Harry Shearer](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/harry-shearer/), Rob Reiner, June Chadwick, Bruno Kirby, Ed Begley Jr., Fran Drescher, Dana Carvey, Sandy Helberg, Billy Crystal, Paul Benedict, Howard Hesseman, Russ Kunkel, Joyce Hyser, Paul Shaffer, Archie Hahn, Fred Willard, Anjelica Huston, Brinke Stevens, Patrick Macnee, Tony Hendra, R.J. Parnell, David Kaff, Danny Kortchmar
**Director**
Rob Reiner
**Writers**
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##### [Blazing Saddles](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/blazing-saddles/ "Blazing Saddles")
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[Western](https://screenrant.com/tag/western/)
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)

8*/10*
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9\.3*/10*
**Release Date**
February 7, 1974
**Runtime**
93 minutes
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Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Harvey Korman, Madeline Kahn, Mel Brooks, Burton Gilliam, Alex Karras, David Huddleston, Liam Dunn, John Hillerman, George Furth, Jack Starrett, Carol Arthur, Richard Collier, Charles McGregor, Robyn Hilton, Don Megowan, Dom DeLuise, Count Basie, John Alderson, Tom Anfinsen, David Armstrong, Denny Arnold, Benjie Bancroft
**Director**
Mel Brooks
**Writers**
Alan Uger, Andrew Bergman, Norman Steinberg, Mel Brooks, Richard Pryor
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##### [Airplane\!](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/airplane/ "Airplane!")
PG
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
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8\.7*/10*
**Release Date**
July 2, 1980
**Runtime**
88 minutes
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Lloyd Bridges, Peter Graves, Julie Hagerty, Robert Hays, Leslie Nielsen
**Director**
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**Writers**
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##### [The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad\!](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/the-naked-gun-from-the-files-of-police-squad/ "The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!")
PG-13
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
[Crime](https://screenrant.com/tag/crime/)
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8\.5*/10*
**Release Date**
December 2, 1988
**Runtime**
86 minutes
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**Cast**
Leslie Nielsen, Priscilla Presley, Ricardo Montalban, George Kennedy, O.J. Simpson, Susan Beaubian, Nancy Marchand, Raye Birk, Jeannette Charles, Ed Williams, Tiny Ron, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Winifred Freedman, Joe Grifasi, Tony Brafa, Lorali Hart, Nicholas Worth, Ronald G. Joseph, Doris Hess, Charlotte Zucker, Larry Pines, Tom Dugan, Burton Zucker, David Katz, Robert LuJane
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##### [Young Frankenstein](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/young-frankenstein/ "Young Frankenstein")
PG
[Comedy](https://screenrant.com/tag/comedy/)
12
8\.9*/10*
**Release Date**
December 15, 1974
**Runtime**
106 minutes
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Frederick Frankenstein
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Frankenstein's Monster
**Director**
Mel Brooks
**Writers**
Gene Wilder, Mel Brooks
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It's a crime to miss out on Scary Movie
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First 2 maybe 3rd as well but after that no
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Problem is scary movie is largely a parody of Scream, which itself was a satire of slasher movies. A parody of a satire..not quite the top 10 material to me. 20, sure.
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High Anxiety should have been on the list also.
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Spaceballs and Team America were way better parody movies than Walk Hard.
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Its insane that Mel Brooks did both "Young Frankenstein" & "Blazing Saddles" within the same year.
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I laughed cos when Neil Patrick Harris character has the runs it looks like coffee beans in gravy when they show it in the hat since his character kicked it over when he walks away
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Hot Shots is one of my favourites despite it being ignored more then often on these type of lists.
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You missed the Big Bus.
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Blazing Saddles greatest comedy of all-time
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Meet The Feebles
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Top Secret was pretty funny
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Team America - World Police...
Four Lions...
Borat/Ali G...
Starship Troopers?
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Mystery Men.
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Parody movies have been a cinematic staple for generations, with the very greatest becoming some of the [most celebrated comedy movies](https://screenrant.com/best-comedy-movies-last-100-years-ranked/) ever made. Over the last century, filmmakers have skewered everything from spy thrillers and zombie horror to Arthurian legend and [bombastic adventure movies](https://screenrant.com/best-adventure-movies-last-100-years-ranked/). The very greatest parody films expose the clichés while simultaneously celebrating what makes it iconic.
Parody movies walk a razor-thin line. Lean too far into mockery and the joke wears thin; play it too straight and the satire gets lost. The best entries endure because they’re sharply constructed comedies with memorable characters, quotable dialogue, and surprising heart. They boast razor-sharp wit, fearless absurdity, and an unmistakable love for the very stories they were sending up.
## Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery (1997)

*Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery* revitalized the spy spoof for the late ’90s by **gleefully dismantling the cool mystique of James Bond**. Created by and starring Mike Myers, the film lampoons the hyper-suave secret agent archetype. It boasts outrageous costumes, psychedelic production design, and intentionally juvenile humor.
Yet beneath the shagadelic gags lies a **surprisingly sharp critique of 1960s machismo and outdated gender politics**. Dr. Evil’s volcanic lair and convoluted schemes hilariously exaggerate Bond villain excess, while Austin’s cluelessness in the modern world keeps the comedy character-driven rather than sketch-like.
The film’s commitment to aesthetic authenticity makes its satire land harder. It features perfect mod fashion and iconic swinging London sets. By fully embracing the spy genre’s absurdities, *Austin Powers* became **both a loving tribute and a definitive takedown** of espionage cool.
## Shaun Of The Dead (2004)

*Shaun of the Dead* is a parody that works even without the jokes. Directed by Edgar Wright and co-written with star Simon Pegg, the film affectionately spoofs George A. Romero’s zombie classics. However, it also d**elivers a surprisingly sincere story about adulthood and stagnation.**
The genius lies in **how faithfully it replicates horror structure**. It features slow-building dread, gory payoffs, and escalating chaos, all before undercutting it with razor-sharp British wit. Visual gags, smash cuts, and background details reward repeat viewings, while the pub-bound survival plan hilariously skewers genre clichés.
Yet Shaun’s emotional arc grounds the madness. This ensures that the fil**m resonates beyond its parody roots**. By respecting the zombie genre instead of mocking it from a distance, *Shaun of the Dead* elevated horror-comedy into something heartfelt, smart, and endlessly rewatchable.
## Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007)

*Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story* may have underperformed at the box office, but it remains **the sharpest music biopic parody ever made**. Produced by Judd Apatow and directed by Jake Kasdan, the film mercilessly skewers the formula popularized by prestige dramas like *Walk the Line*. John C. Reilly’s Dewey Cox stumbles through every predictable trope.

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He faces childhood tragedy, drug spirals, strained marriages, and conveniently timed musical reinventions. The brilliance comes from how **precisely the film mirrors biopic clichés before exaggerating them to absurdity**. Songs parody entire eras of American music while remaining genuinely catchy.
Over time, *Walk Hard* has gained cult status. It’s **especially prescient as modern real biopics continue repeating the very conventions it mocked**. Few parodies so thoroughly dismantle an entire genre’s storytelling template.
## Hot Fuzz (2007)

*Hot Fuzz* takes aim at bombastic Hollywood action thrillers and small-town British coziness simultaneously. Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg alongside Nick Frost, the film **lovingly recreates the stylistic excess of buddy-cop classics** like *Bad Boys II.* Hyper-dramatic zooms, rapid-fire editing, and explosive shootouts are transplanted into an idyllic English village obsessed with “the greater good.”
The contrast fuels both satire and genuine thrills. Unlike lesser spoofs, *Hot Fuzz* **commits fully to its action sequences**. This makes the climactic chaos as exhilarating as it is hilarious.
The screenplay’s meticulous setup-and-payoff structure ensures nearly **every joke circles back cleverly**. By blending affectionate homage with razor-sharp critique, *Hot Fuzz* proves parody can be both technically impressive and outrageously funny. It also managed the impossible task of improving on *Shaun of the Dead.*
## Monty Python And The Holy Grail (1975)

*Monty Python and the Holy Grail* offers a **characteristically absurd take on English mythology**. Created by the comedy troupe Monty Python, the film gleefully dismantles Arthurian legend with anarchic absurdity. King Arthur’s quest is reduced to coconut-clopping horses, argumentative peasants, and surreal animated interludes.
The low-budget aesthetic becomes part of the joke, **transforming production limitations into comedic innovation**. Yet beneath the silliness lies razor-sharp satire targeting religious dogma, class systems, and heroic mythology itself. Quotable lines and unforgettable sequences have embedded themselves into pop culture history.
The Black Knight duel and the Knights Who Say *“Ni!”* are especially memorable. Nearly fifty years later, *Holy Grail*’s **fearless commitment to absurd logic still feels revolutionary**. It shows how even the smartest parody often comes wrapped in the silliest packaging.
## This Is Spinal Tap (1984)

*This Is Spinal Tap* practically **invented the modern mockumentary**. [Directed by Rob Reiner](https://screenrant.com/rob-reiners-last-film-is-a-lot-more-bittersweet-after-his-passing/) and starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, the film blurs the line between satire and reality so convincingly that some audiences initially thought Spinal Tap was a real band. It neatly skewers the excesses of ’70s and ’80s rock with precision.
Absurd stage props, fragile egos, and hilariously pretentious artistry, are all delivered with deadpan precision. The *“goes to eleven”* amplifier gag remains **one of comedy’s most quoted jokes**. What makes it masterful is its improvisational authenticity.
The humor feels organic rather than punchline-driven. By treating ridiculousness with complete sincerity, *This Is Spinal Tap* created a parody so sharp it **permanently reshaped music satire**. It was so successful that the band did indeed start touring and a sequel was released decades later.
## Blazing Saddles (1974)

*Blazing Saddles* is one of the boldest studio comedies ever released. Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder, the film savagely dismantles the myths of the American Western. Instead of romanticized frontier heroism, Brooks delivers biting satire **aimed at racism, political corruption, and Hollywood cliché**.
The film’s deliberately outrageous humor forces audiences to **confront prejudice by exposing its stupidity**. From fourth-wall breaks to meta studio-lot chaos, *Blazing Saddles* refuses to play by conventional rules. Yet beneath the anarchy lies razor-sharp commentary about America’s cultural myths.
By weaponizing absurdity, Brooks **turned a genre built on stoic machismo into a vehicle for fearless social satire**. This cemented *Blazing Saddles* as more than just an effective parody. It’s one of comedy’s most daring and vital achievements.
## Airplane! (1980)

*Airplane\!* **perfected the rapid-fire joke machine**. Directed by Jim Abrahams and the Zucker brothers, the film mercilessly spoofs disaster movies like *Airport*. Every dramatic beat is undercut with literal-minded wordplay, background sight gags, and absurd non sequiturs.
Casting serious actors such as Leslie Nielsen **amplified the comedy**. They delivered ridiculous dialogue with unwavering sincerity. The joke density is staggering; barely a moment passes without a punchline.
What elevates *Airplane\!* beyond sketch comedy is its commitment to narrative momentum. The crisis **unfolds earnestly even as chaos erupts onscreen**. Decades later, its quotable lines and perfectly timed absurdity still influence modern comedies, proving that relentless silliness can achieve timeless brilliance.
## The Naked Gun: From The Files Of Police Squad! (1988)

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*The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad\!* expanded the deadpan genius of *Airplane\!* into **full-blown crime parody**. It’s once again led by Leslie Nielsen, this time as the obliviously confident Lt. Frank Drebin. It skewers hardboiled cop thrillers with escalating absurdity.
Directed by David Zucker, the comedy thrives on visual gags. It’s **littered with blink-and-you-miss-it background jokes** and hilariously literal misunderstandings. Drebin’s straight-faced incompetence contrasts perfectly with the serious tone of police procedurals.
*The Naked Gun* also satirizes political pageantry and media spectacle, **broadening its targets beyond genre tropes**. Like its predecessor, it trusts the audience to keep up with its relentless pacing. *The Naked Gun* proves parody doesn’t need topical references to endure: precise timing, fearless absurdity, and total commitment to the bit are more than enough.
## Young Frankenstein (1974)

*Young Frankenstein* is one of parody’s most affectionate tributes. Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Gene Wilder, the film lovingly **recreates the visual style of Universal’s classic monster movies**. However, it does this all while poking gentle fun at their melodrama.

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Shot in black and white and even using original lab equipment from *Frankenstein*, it **mirrors the gothic atmosphere with remarkable fidelity**. The humor arises from character eccentricities rather than cheap mockery. Wilder’s frantic intensity and Marty Feldman’s bug-eyed Igor provide endless comedic gold.
Musical numbers and theatrical flourishes add unexpected charm. Rather than dismantling the horror genre, *Young Frankenstein* celebrates it, **demonstrating that parody can function as homage**. Its balance of reverence and irreverence makes it the most elegantly crafted **spoof** ever put to screen.
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##### [Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/austin-powers-international-man-of-mystery/ "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery")
**Release Date**May 2, 1997
**Runtime**89 minutes
**Cast**[Mike Myers](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/mike-myers/), Elizabeth Hurley, Michael York, Mimi Rogers, Robert Wagner, [Seth Green](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/seth-green/), Fabiana Udenio, Mindy Sterling, [Will Ferrell](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/will-ferrell/), Paul Dillon, Charles Napier, Joann Richter, Anastasia Sakelaris, Afifi Alaouie, Monet Mazur, Mark Bringelson, Clint Howard, Elya Baskin, Carlton Lee Russell, Daniel Weaver, Neil Mullarkey, Lea Sullivan, Chekesha Van Putten, Heather Marie Marsden, Sarah Christine Smith
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**Writers**[Mike Myers](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/mike-myers/)
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##### [Hot Fuzz](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/hot-fuzz/ "Hot Fuzz")

10*/10*
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**Runtime**121 minutes
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##### [Monty Python and the Holy Grail](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/monty-python-and-the-holy-grail/ "Monty Python and the Holy Grail")

9*/10*
**Release Date**May 25, 1975
**Runtime**91 minutes
**Cast**Michael Palin, John Cleese, Terry Jones, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle
**Director**Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam
**Writers**Terry Jones, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, John Cleese
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##### [This is Spinal Tap](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/this-is-spinal-tap/ "This is Spinal Tap")

8*/10*
**Release Date**March 2, 1984
**Runtime**82 minutes
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**Director**Rob Reiner
**Writers**Christopher Guest, [Harry Shearer](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/harry-shearer/), [Michael McKean](https://screenrant.com/tag/person/michael-mckean/), Rob Reiner
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##### [Blazing Saddles](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/blazing-saddles/ "Blazing Saddles")

8*/10*
**Release Date**February 7, 1974
**Runtime**93 minutes
**Cast**Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Harvey Korman, Madeline Kahn, Mel Brooks, Burton Gilliam, Alex Karras, David Huddleston, Liam Dunn, John Hillerman, George Furth, Jack Starrett, Carol Arthur, Richard Collier, Charles McGregor, Robyn Hilton, Don Megowan, Dom DeLuise, Count Basie, John Alderson, Tom Anfinsen, David Armstrong, Denny Arnold, Benjie Bancroft
**Director**Mel Brooks
**Writers**Alan Uger, Andrew Bergman, Norman Steinberg, Mel Brooks, Richard Pryor
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##### [Airplane\!](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/airplane/ "Airplane!")
**Release Date**July 2, 1980
**Runtime**88 minutes
**Cast**Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Lloyd Bridges, Peter Graves, Julie Hagerty, Robert Hays, Leslie Nielsen
**Director**Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker
**Writers**Arthur Hailey, Hall Bartlett, John C. Champion, Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker
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##### [The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad\!](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/the-naked-gun-from-the-files-of-police-squad/ "The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!")
**Release Date**December 2, 1988
**Runtime**86 minutes
**Cast**Leslie Nielsen, Priscilla Presley, Ricardo Montalban, George Kennedy, O.J. Simpson, Susan Beaubian, Nancy Marchand, Raye Birk, Jeannette Charles, Ed Williams, Tiny Ron, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Winifred Freedman, Joe Grifasi, Tony Brafa, Lorali Hart, Nicholas Worth, Ronald G. Joseph, Doris Hess, Charlotte Zucker, Larry Pines, Tom Dugan, Burton Zucker, David Katz, Robert LuJane
**Director**David Zucker
**Writers**David Zucker, Jerry Zucker, Jim Abrahams, Pat Proft
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##### [Young Frankenstein](https://screenrant.com/db/movie/young-frankenstein/ "Young Frankenstein")
**Release Date**December 15, 1974
**Runtime**106 minutes
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Gene Wilder
Frederick Frankenstein
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Peter Boyle
Frankenstein's Monster
**Director**Mel Brooks
**Writers**Gene Wilder, Mel Brooks |
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