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History of the World: Part I

R19811h 32mMel Brooks
IMDb 6.8 · Rotten Tomatoes 62% · Metacritic 47

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"Ten million years in the making. The truth, the whole truth, and everything, but the truth!"

An uproarious version of history that proves nothing is sacred – not even the Roman Empire, the French Revolution and the Spanish Inquisition.

Comedy
MosesRoman EmpireInquisitionFrench RevolutionMusicalStone AgeSatireAnthologyPrehistoryCavemen

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Frequently asked questions

What is History of the World: Part I (1981) about?

An uproarious version of history that proves nothing is sacred – not even the Roman Empire, the French Revolution and the Spanish Inquisition.

Who stars in History of the World: Part I?

History of the World: Part I stars Mel Brooks (Moses / Comicus / Torquemada / Jacques / King Louis XVI), Dom DeLuise (Emperor Nero), Madeline Kahn (Empress Nympho), Harvey Korman (Count de Monet), Cloris Leachman (Madame Defarge). The film was directed by Mel Brooks.

How long is History of the World: Part I?

History of the World: Part I has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated R.

Is History of the World: Part I worth watching?

History of the World: Part I holds an IMDb rating of 6.8/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 62. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch History of the World: Part I?

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