The Kentucky Fried Movie
"The hottest, most out-of-control movie ever to stagger onto the screen!"
Originally released in 1977. The Kentucky Fried Movie is a comedy film. directed by John Landis. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Evan C. Kim, Bong Soo Han, and Agneta Eckemyr
Synopsis
A series of loosely connected skits that spoof news programs, commercials, porno films, kung-fu films, disaster films, blaxploitation films, spy films, mafia films, and the fear that somebody is watching you on the other side of the TV.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 10, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (349 votes)
Budget
$600K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Evan C. Kim
as Loo (segment "A Fistful of Yen")
Bong Soo Han
as Dr. Klahn (segment "A Fistful of Yen")
Agneta Eckemyr
as Ming Chow (segment "A Fistful of Yen")
Marilyn Joi
as Cleopatra Schwartz (segment "Cleopatra Schwartz")
Saul Kahan
as Schwartz (segment "Cleopatra Schwartz")
Marcy Goldman
as Housewife (segment "Household Odors")
Bill Bixby
as Himself (segment "Headache Clinic")
John Landis
as TV Technician Thrown by Gorilla (segment "A.M. Today")
Dulcie Jordan
as Guest #1 (segment "Household Odors")
Gracia Lee
as Guest #2 (segment "Household Odors")
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $600,000
Production Companies
- United Film Distribution Company (UFDC)
- Kentucky Fried Theatre
- Taurus Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kentucky Fried Movie about?
A series of loosely connected skits that spoof news programs, commercials, porno films, kung-fu films, disaster films, blaxploitation films, spy films, mafia films, and the fear that somebody is wa...
Who directed The Kentucky Fried Movie?
The Kentucky Fried Movie was directed by John Landis.
How long is The Kentucky Fried Movie?
The Kentucky Fried Movie has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Kentucky Fried Movie released?
The Kentucky Fried Movie was released on August 10, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Kentucky Fried Movie?
The main cast of The Kentucky Fried Movie includes Evan C. Kim, Bong Soo Han, Agneta Eckemyr, Marilyn Joi, Saul Kahan.
Is The Kentucky Fried Movie worth watching?
The Kentucky Fried Movie has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 349 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.