History of the World: Part I
1981, English. Directed by Mel Brooks.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 975 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch History of the World: Part I
History of the World: Part I isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Mel BrooksDirector
- Mel BrooksMoses / Comicus / Torquemada / Jacques / King Louis XVI
- Dom DeLuiseEmperor Nero
- Madeline KahnEmpress Nympho
- Harvey KormanCount de Monet
- Cloris LeachmanMadame Defarge
- Ron CareySwiftus
- Gregory HinesJosephus
- Pamela StephensonMademoiselle Rimbaud
- Shecky GreeneMarcus Vindictus
- Sid CaesarChief Caveman
- Mary-Margaret HumesMiriam
- Orson WellesNarrator (voice)
Details
- Released
- 12 June 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mel Brooks
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $32M
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History of the World: Part I: quick answers
Is History of the World: Part I worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 975 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is History of the World: Part I?
History of the World: Part I runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does History of the World: Part I have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for History of the World: Part I. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
History of the World: Part I parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
History of the World: Part I is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is History of the World: Part I on?
History of the World: Part I isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like History of the World: Part I?
If you liked History of the World: Part I, try Hamlet 2, Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical, Bo Burnham: Make Happy.
Who directed History of the World: Part I?
History of the World: Part I (1981) was directed by Mel Brooks and stars Mel Brooks, Dom DeLuise, Madeline Kahn.