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Bat Thumb Release Date: January 1, 2001 Age Rating: Not Rated Runtime: 28 minutes Studio: O Entertainment Franchise: Thumbs! Franchise Position: 3rd Tagline: N/A Ratings: My Rating: N/A Dove Foundation Rating: N/A IMDb Rating: 6.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes Rating: N/A Metacritic Rating: N/A Plot Summary: Superhero Wuce Bane (a.k.a. Bat Thumb) and his trusty sidekick, Blue Jay, are called upon to save Gaaathumb City from the evil, despicable, and poorly dressed "No Face." Will the city survive? Will Bat Thumb's true identity be revealed? Will Vicky Nail learn to control her unruly waves? Find out the answers to all these questions in this latest comic adventure from master storyteller Steve Oedekerk. Critics Review: "Bat Thumb" is a quirky and humorous parody that uses the "Thumbation" technique to bring its characters to life. The short film offers a lighthearted take on the superhero genre, with exaggerated performances and a playful storyline. While it may ...

Dracula, Dead and Loving It Runtime: 86 minutes Rating: PG-13 Release Date: August 18, 1995 Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: Mel Brooks Franchise Position: 10 Run time in minutes: 86 Tagline: The bite is back! Ratings My rating: 6.4 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 5.9 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 49% Metacritic rating: 48% Plot Summary A comedic take on the Dracula story, following the bumbling vampire Count Dracula as he tries to claim his latest victim. Full of slapstick and parody of classic vampire tropes. Critics Review Received mostly negative to mixed reviews, considered a weaker Brooks film. Critics felt the humor was less fresh and more predictable. Christian Perspective Contains vampire and occult themes, which some Christians may find objectionable. Overall light in tone, but supernatural elements may be concerning to sensitive viewers. Family Friendliness Rated PG-13 for some scary images and mild language. Suitable for older teens and adults.

Robin Hood: Men in Tights Runtime: 94 minutes Rating: PG-13 Release Date: July 9, 1993 Studio: 20th Century Fox Franchise: Mel Brooks Franchise Position: 9 Run time in minutes: 94 Tagline: The legend continues. Ratings My rating: 6.6 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 6.7 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 54% Metacritic rating: 56% Plot Summary A goofy parody of Robin Hood legends where Robin and his Merry Men fight the evil Prince John with slapstick and puns. Critics Review Mixed reviews; some enjoyed silly humor, others saw it as weaker than Brooks’ earlier works. Christian Perspective Mild language and some adult jokes; less suitable for younger viewers. Family Friendliness Rated PG-13 for language and mild suggestive content; better for teens and adults.

Spaceballs Runtime: 96 minutes Rating: PG Release Date: June 24, 1987 Studio: MGM/UA Entertainment Franchise: Mel Brooks / Spaceballs  Franchise Position: 8 / 1 Run time in minutes: 96 Tagline: May the schwartz be with you. Ratings My rating: 7.1 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 7.1 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 57% Metacritic rating: 51% Plot Summary Spaceballs is a 1987 sci-fi parody film directed by Mel Brooks. The story follows Lone Starr, a rogue pilot, and his half-man, half-dog sidekick Barf, who are hired to rescue Princess Vespa from the clutches of the evil Dark Helmet. Dark Helmet, under the command of President Skroob, plans to steal the air from the peaceful planet Druidia. Along the way, Lone Starr and Barf encounter comedic obstacles and characters, including the wise Yogurt, who teaches them the ways of the Schwartz, a mystical force. The film parodies popular science fiction franchises, particularly Star Wars, and is known for its slapstick humor and memo...

High Anxiety Runtime: 89 minutes Rating: R Release Date: June 23, 1977 Studio: 20th Century Fox Franchise: Mel Brooks Franchise Position: 6 Run time in minutes: 89 Tagline: The ultimate Hitchcock parody. Ratings My rating: 6.9 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 6.7 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 77% Metacritic rating: 54% Plot Summary A psychiatrist with a fear of heights investigates strange events at a mental institute, spoofing Hitchcock thrillers with classic Brooks humor. Critics Review Mixed to positive reviews; praised for parody but less energetic than earlier works. Christian Perspective Some adult themes and language; offers humorous yet exaggerated look at mental health. Family Friendliness Rated R for language and adult situations. For mature viewers.

Young Frankenstein Runtime: 105 minutes Rating: PG Release Date: December 15, 1974 Studio: 20th Century Fox Franchise: Mel Brooks Franchise Position: 4 Runtime in minutes: 105 Tagline: The Legend Lives Again! Ratings My rating: 8.4 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 8.0 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 94% Metacritic rating: 84% Plot Summary In this loving parody of classic horror films, a descendant of Dr. Frankenstein inherits the family estate and decides to continue his grandfather’s experiments, leading to hilarious and spooky adventures. The film masterfully blends slapstick comedy with classic horror elements. Critics Review Young Frankenstein is celebrated for its brilliant comedic timing, clever script, and respectful parody of the horror genre. It remains one of Mel Brooks’ most beloved works. Christian Perspective Though primarily comedy, the film contains little objectionable content. It mocks superstition and encourages rational thinking, which can align with Christia...

Airplane II: The Sequel Runtime: 84 minutes Rating: PG Studio: Paramount Pictures Franchise: Airplane Franchise Position: 2 Tagline: “We’re still not sure what it was, but it sure scared us.” Trailer link:  Cast link:   Ratings My Rating: 7/10 IMDb Rating : 4.8/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 23%  Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary Airplane II: The Sequel continues the absurdist comedy of the original but takes the action into space. When a computer-controlled space shuttle called the Mayflower 1 malfunctions, the same reluctant hero, Ted Striker (Robert Hays), must again overcome his fears to save the day. Filled with similar parody humor, slapstick, and sight gags, the film spoofs sci-fi and disaster tropes but was generally less well received than the original. Despite mixed reviews, it offers moments of fun and extends the franchise’s quirky style into outer space. Critics Review Critics largely view Airplane II as a pale shadow of the original’s lightning-fast wit and inventive...

Airplane! Runtime: 88 minutes Rating: PG Studio: Paramount Pictures Franchise: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: “From the creators of The Kentucky Fried Movie.” Trailer link Cast link Ratings My Rating: 9/10 IMDb Rating : 7.7/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 97%  Metacritic : 72  Plot Summary Airplane! is a classic spoof comedy that hilariously parodies disaster films, especially those about airplane crises. When the passengers and crew of a commercial flight fall ill due to food poisoning, a traumatized ex-fighter pilot named Ted Striker (Robert Hays) must overcome his fears to land the plane safely. Filled with absurd visual gags, rapid-fire jokes, and deadpan delivery, the film lampoons everything from melodramatic dialogue to slapstick physical comedy, all while delivering a surprisingly heartfelt story about courage and redemption. Critics Review Critics universally praise Airplane! as one of the greatest comedy films ever made, applauding its sharp wit, clever parody, and...

Casino Royale (1967), PG, 2 hr 8 min Franchise: James Bond (Non-Eon) Franchise #: N/A (Unofficial parody/spoof) Tagline: The new 007 has something to prove. Main Cast David Niven as Sir James Bond Peter Sellers as Evelyn Tremble Ursula Andress as Vesper Lynd Woody Allen as Jimmy Bond Orson Welles as Le Chiffre Joan Collins as Mata Bond Daliah Lavi as Fatima Barbara Bouchet as Miss Moneypenny Terence Cooper as Cooper Reviews Synopsis This Casino Royale is a wild comedy spoof of the James Bond franchise, featuring multiple men claiming to be James Bond trying to stop the villain Le Chiffre. It’s a chaotic mix of slapstick, satire, and farcical scenarios that poke fun at spy tropes. Overview Far from the serious tone of the official Bond films, this version is more of a zany comedy. It’s filled with absurd humor, exaggerated characters, and a star-studded cast playing offbeat roles. It has a cult following but can feel disjointed and uneven. Family Friendliness Rated PG, but the humor and...

Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult Franchise : The Naked Gun Franchise # : 3 of 4 Year : 1994 MPAA Rating : PG-13 Total Runtime : 83 minutes Tagline : “A Mad Bomber is on the Loose, and If Anyone Can Stop Him... So Can Frank Drebin.” Main Cast Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Frank Drebin Priscilla Presley as Jane Spencer Drebin George Kennedy as Capt. Ed Hocken O.J. Simpson as Det. Nordberg Fred Ward as Rocco Dillon Kathleen Freeman as Muriel Dillon Anna Nicole Smith as Tanya Peters Reviews Synopsis Frank Drebin’s retired… or so he thinks. He’s pulled back into action to stop a terrorist bombing plot that targets the Academy Awards. Cue a prison infiltration, a ludicrous love triangle, and a red carpet showdown like no other. If it’s absurd, Frank’s right in the middle of it. Overview This movie goes even wackier than the first two—think fart jokes, musical numbers, and a plot involving a bomb smuggled in a hearing aid. While it’s less subtle and a bit more hit-and-miss, it still brings the laughs ...

The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear Franchise : The Naked Gun Franchise #: 2 of 4 Year : 1991 MPAA Rating : PG-13 Total Runtime : 85 minutes Tagline : “If you only see one movie this year... you need to get out more often.” Main Cast Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Frank Drebin Priscilla Presley as Jane Spencer George Kennedy as Capt. Ed Hocken O.J. Simpson as Det. Nordberg Richard Griffiths as Dr. Albert Meinheimer Robert Goulet as Quentin Hapsburg Reviews Synopsis Frank Drebin is back, and he's more clueless than ever. This time, he’s caught up in a plot to sabotage renewable energy. Naturally, his investigation involves breaking windows, crashing dinners, impersonating scientists, and trying to win Jane back. It's wall-to-wall absurdity, just like the first movie. Overview While not as fresh as the original, The Smell of Fear still delivers consistent laughs. It sticks to the franchise’s recipe of rapid-fire gags and outrageous physical comedy. Leslie Nielsen’s timing is perfect, and...

The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! Franchise : The Naked Gun Franchise #: 1 of 4 Year : 1988 MPAA Rating : PG-13 Total Runtime : 85 minutes Tagline : “You've read the ad, now see the movie!” Main Cast Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Frank Drebin Priscilla Presley as Jane Spencer Ricardo Montalbán as Vincent Ludwig George Kennedy as Capt. Ed Hocken O.J. Simpson as Det. Nordberg Nancy Marchand, John Houseman, Reggie Jackson (cameos) Reviews Synopsis This movie throws you headfirst into the ridiculous world of Lt. Frank Drebin, a police detective who’s more accident-prone than helpful. He bumbles his way through a plot to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II, complete with exploding devices, mistaken identities, and baseball stadium antics—all while trying to win the girl. It’s fast, funny, and doesn’t let up. Overview If you love sight gags, ridiculous one-liners, and deadpan delivery, this movie’s a must. Directed by David Zucker, this is a prime example of 1980s spoof comedy at its fi...

The Naked Gun (2025) Release Year : 2025 Franchise : The Naked Gun Franchise # : 4 (Fourth installment; legacy sequel/“requel” to the original Police Squad! films)  Total Runtime : 85 minutes  MPAA Rating : PG‑13 (for violence/bloody images, crude/sexual material, brief partial nudity)  Tagline  “One man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world!” (Unofficial but reflective of film tone)  Main Cast Liam Neeson – Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. (son of the original Sgt. Drebin)   Pamela Anderson – Beth Davenport Paul Walter Hauser – Capt. Ed Hocken Jr. CCH Pounder – Chief Davis Kevin Durand – Sig Gustafson Danny Huston – Richard Cane Liza Koshy, Cody Rhodes, Busta Rhymes, Eddy Yu – assorted supporting roles   Reviews Synopsis Liam Neeson stars as Frank Drebin Jr., stepping into his father’s crime‑parody shoes to lead Police Squad once again. When a tech mogul unleashes a mass‑mind control device, Drebin pairs up with Ed ...