Silent Movie is a 1976 American comedy film directed by and starring Mel Brooks, along with co-stars Marty Feldman and Dom DeLuise. The film is an affectionate parody of the silent film era, with all the jokes and gags done in the style of silent comedies.
Mel Funn (Mel Brooks) is a has-been director who is desperate to make a comeback. Along with his friends Marty Eggs (Marty Feldman) and Dom Bell (Dom DeLuise), he comes up with an idea to make a silent movie, which he believes will be a hit.
The trio sets out to recruit big-name stars for their movie, including Burt Reynolds, James Caan, and Liza Minnelli. However, their efforts are constantly thwarted by the studio's creditors, who are trying to shut down the struggling company.
In order to save the studio and their movie, Mel, Marty, and Dom must come up with a bold plan that involves a dangerous stunt involving a train. The film culminates in a hilarious and chaotic finale, which features a surprise appearance and the only spoken word in the movie.
Silent Movie was well-received by critics and audiences alike, and is regarded as one of Brooks' funniest and most inventive films. It pays loving tribute to the silent film era, while also poking fun at the Hollywood system and the eccentricities of stars like Burt Reynolds and Marcel Marceau. Overall, it is a clever and enjoyable comedy that showcases Brooks' unique brand of humor.