Blazing Saddles

Crafty railroad worker Bart becomes the first Black sheriff of Rock Ridge, a frontier town about to be destroyed in order to make way for a new railroad. Initially, the citizens of Rock Ridge harbor a racial bias toward their new protector. However, they warm to him after realizing that Bart and his perpetually drunk gunfighter friend Jim are their only defense against a wave of thugs sent to rid the town of its population.

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?

Crafty railroad worker Bart becomes the first Black sheriff of Rock Ridge, a frontier town about to be destroyed in order to make way for a new railroad. Initially, the citizens of Rock Ridge harbor a racial bias toward their new protector. However, they warm to him after realizing that Bart and his perpetually drunk gunfighter friend Jim are their only defense against a wave of thugs sent to rid the town of its population.

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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