Blazing Saddles

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.

Tagline

“...or never give a saga an even break!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Western, Comedy

Director

Mel Brooks

Original Language

EN

What is Blazing Saddles about?

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.

Who directed Blazing Saddles?

Blazing Saddles was directed by Mel Brooks.

When was Blazing Saddles released?

Blazing Saddles was released on February 7, 1974.

How long is Blazing Saddles?

Blazing Saddles has a runtime of 1h 33m.

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