Silent Movie (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1976, Silent Movie is a comedy film directed by Mel Brooks, running about 87 minutes. “Made In Hollywood. U.S.A.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Aspiring filmmakers Mel Funn, Marty Eggs and Dom Bell go to a financially troubled studio with an idea for a silent movie. In an effort to make the movie more marketable, they attempt to recruit a number of big name stars to appear, while the studio's creditors attempt to thwart them.
Who’s in it. Silent Movie stars Mel Brooks as Mel Funn, Marty Feldman as Marty Eggs, Dom DeLuise as Dom Bell and Sid Caesar as Studio Chief, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Silent Movie has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $36.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Silent Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Silent Movie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Silent Movie (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Silent Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Silent Movie worth watching?
- Silent Movie holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Silent Movie?
- Silent Movie stars Mel Brooks, Marty Feldman, Dom DeLuise, Sid Caesar and Harold Gould.
- When was Silent Movie released?
- Silent Movie was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.