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      The Producers

      Released Mar 18, 1968 1h 28m Comedy List
      91% 74 Reviews Tomatometer 85% 50,000+ Ratings Audience Score Down and out producer Max Bialystock (Zero Mostel), who was once the toast of Broadway, trades sexual favors with old ladies for cash contributions. Max's new accountant Leo Bloom (Gene Wilder), offhandedly muses that if Max found investors for a new production that turned into a flop, he could legally keep all the extra money. The duo begins to put together the worst play possible, titled "Springtime for Hitler", with a terrible director and a hippie-freak star. Read More Read Less Watch on Fandango at Home Premiered Oct 07 Rent Now

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      A hilarious satire of the business side of Hollywood, The Producers is one of Mel Brooks' finest, as well as funniest films, featuring standout performances by Gene Wilder and Zero Mostel.

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      matthias s "The Producers" is a zany musical-comedy film that follows two Broadway producers attempting to stage a flop to scam investors. However, their plan takes an unexpected turn when their show, "Springtime for Hitler," becomes an unintentional hit. The movie is a riotous ride, filled with laughter, catchy tunes, and energetic choreography. The dynamic duo of leads delivers standout performances, complemented by a talented ensemble cast. Although pacing issues and a lack of consistent impact slightly hamper the overall experience, "The Producers" remains a classic that brings joy and nostalgia, making it a delightful showstopper for those seeking a dose of Broadway magic on the big screen. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/11/23 Full Review Alec B It's a great concept aided by the hilarious performances of Wilder and Mostel. Perhaps one of the first films to point out that New York is almost entirely populated by insane people. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/10/23 Full Review Rami A One of Mel Brooks' funniest and finest pictures. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/26/23 Full Review Audience Member One of the funniest movies ever made.The Dick Shawn segment could be the funniest thing ever filmed. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/21/23 Full Review isla s This is a zany, madcap style comedy film - a well regarded classic by many. I loved both Zero Mostel and Gene Wilders performances - the mild mannered and somewhat more reserved accountant and the enigmatic, madcap and perhaps even crackpot down and outer, determined to turn his situation around. The high hopes that Max Bialystock has is very much infectious and seeing how he manages to manipulate accountant Leo Bloom was quite amusing. Their combined enthusiasm is quite infectious!. Its fair to say I prefer this original film to the remake of the early 2000s - that was quite poor in comparison. I enjoyed some of the dialogue - there are some pretty random things said and said with such enthusiasm and belief by the main character, Bialystock, that it certainly made me laugh. I liked seeing how the two main characters dealt with some rather awkward situations, its fair to say. Their characters aren't perhaps 100% likeable but then its not as if it all goes their way. I enjoyed the absurdity of the situations they find themselves in and I particularly enjoyed the musical numbers of the 'sure fire flop' when their shown to the audience, much to the audiences shock!. While this might not be everyones 'cup of tea', I'd certainly recommend it to people who are keen on Mel Brooks films, or extroverted madcap style comedy films. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member This comedy classic was great. Zero Mostel, Gene Wilder, and the rest of the cast did a great job in this movie.The plot of the movie was entertaining and humorous. It's about doing something you believe will work but in the end it doesn't. If you haven't seen this classic movie yet, check it out sometime. It's worth watching. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/18/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Peter Bradshaw Guardian Each time I've watched it - and I've watched it many times - Mel Brooks' The Producers has felt horribly pertinent to the present moment. Rated: 5/5 Aug 1, 2018 Full Review TIME Magazine The Producers has many things going for it -- notably a wild, ad-lib energy that explodes in a series of sight gags and punch lines. Aug 12, 2008 Full Review Variety Staff Variety Mel Brooks has turned a funny idea into a slapstick film, thanks to the performers, particularly Zero Mostel. Aug 12, 2008 Full Review Tim Dirks Filmsite Writer/director Mel Brooks' debut film and most popular farce was a zany, often brilliant spoof comedy about Broadway productions (and their producers) and the Nazis that many considered shoddy and in very bad taste. The subversive and irreverent film Rated: A+ Oct 12, 2022 Full Review Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies You can’t say enough about the comic chemistry between Mostel and Wilder. Rated: 4/5 Aug 24, 2022 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy The inspired lunacy extends to all corners of this madcap comedy which Brooks once insisted "rises below vulgarity." Rated: 3.5/4 Apr 16, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis Down and out producer Max Bialystock (Zero Mostel), who was once the toast of Broadway, trades sexual favors with old ladies for cash contributions. Max's new accountant Leo Bloom (Gene Wilder), offhandedly muses that if Max found investors for a new production that turned into a flop, he could legally keep all the extra money. The duo begins to put together the worst play possible, titled "Springtime for Hitler", with a terrible director and a hippie-freak star.
      Director
      Mel Brooks
      Producer
      Joseph E. Levine
      Screenwriter
      Mel Brooks
      Production Co
      Crossbow Productions, AVCO Embassy Pictures
      Genre
      Comedy
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Mar 18, 1968, Wide
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Jan 7, 2014
      Box Office (Gross USA)
      $111.9K
      Runtime
      1h 28m
      Sound Mix
      Mono
      Aspect Ratio
      Flat (1.85:1)
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