Directed By:John Landis
Written By:David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, Jerry Zucker
The Kentucky Fried Movie
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Generally Favorable
61
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6.5
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A well above average sketch film from 1977, highlighted by a lengthy, hilariously deadpan kung fu parody, A Fistful of Yen.
70
A big reason why The Kentucky Fried Movie worked so well (and became a substantial cult hit) is that in the 1970s, subversion thrived after prime time, on late-night TV and at midnight movies.
70
The Kentucky Fried Movie boasts excellent production values and some genuine wit, though a few of the sketches are tasteless.
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A diverting hit-and-miss satirical anthology in the same spirit as The Groove Tube and Tunnelvision. [13 Oct 1977, p.B15]
60
Depending on one's mood, or level of sobriety, it can be a hysterical picture that pokes good natured fun at American movies, TV and commercials.
50
Uneven and amateurish, with a sense of vulgarity that’s now dated enough to seem downright Victorian, The Kentucky Fried Movie proves the maxim, “comedy is in the eye of the beholder.”
50
Lots of people will probably like The Kentucky Fried Movie, just as they like Kentucky Fried Chicken and McDonald's hamburgers. But popularity is still no reason for deifying mediocrity.
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Feb 25, 2025
7
Fun sketch comedy movie with one episode long parody of enter the dragon. SOme great 1970's topical humour mixed with some great choreography for the various comedy bits. Casting is a mixed bag and the pacing is all over the shop! A fun watch in 2025 especially for fans of naked gun and hot shots.
