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Blazing Saddles (1974)

"...or never give a saga an even break!"

7.219741h 33mEN
WesternComedy

Directed by Mel Brooks

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

February 7, 1974

Director

Mel Brooks

Official Trailer

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Overview

A town—where everyone seems to be named Johnson—stands in the way of the railroad. In order to grab their land, robber baron Hedley Lamarr sends his henchmen to make life in the town unbearable. After the sheriff is killed, the town demands a new sheriff from the Governor, so Hedley convinces him to...

Cast

Cleavon Little

Cleavon Little

Bart

Gene Wilder

Gene Wilder

Jim

Slim Pickens

Slim Pickens

Taggart

Harvey Korman

Harvey Korman

Hedley Lamarr

Madeline Kahn

Madeline Kahn

Lili Von Shtupp

Mel Brooks

Mel Brooks

Governor William J. Le Petomane / Indian Chief

Burton Gilliam

Burton Gilliam

Lyle

Alex Karras

Alex Karras

Mongo

David Huddleston

David Huddleston

Olson Johnson

Liam Dunn

Liam Dunn

Rev. Johnson

John Hillerman

John Hillerman

Howard Johnson

George Furth

George Furth

Van Johnson

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Blazing Saddles (1974), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A town—where everyone seems to be named Johnson—stands in the way of the railroad. In order to grab their land, robber baron Hedley Lamarr sends his henchmen to make life in the town unbearable. After the sheriff is killed, the town demands a new sheriff from the Governor, so Hedley convinces him to send the town the first black sheriff in the west.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Blazing Saddles. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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