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High Anxiety 1977

“Danger, intrigue, romance...and a touch of kinkiness!”

★ 6.4/10 PG ComedyMysteryThriller Released
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What is High Anxiety?

High Anxiety is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under Comedy, Mystery, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
1977
Status
Released
Runtime
94 minutes
Release date
Dec 25, 1977
Studios
Crossbow Productions, 20th Century Fox
Genres
Comedy, Mystery, Thriller
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Streaming Intelligence

Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

86 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.7/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Mystery #Thriller

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High Anxiety is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under Comedy, Mystery, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Crossbow Productions, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A terrified psychiatrist faces murderous doctors in a twisted mental asylum.”

Reasons to watch
  • Mel Brooks’ comedic direction
  • Ensemble cast includes Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman, and Harvey Korman
  • Blend of comedy, mystery, and thriller elements
Keep in mind
  • Reception was mixed, reflected by a 64% rating on some review sites

Watch it if you enjoy Mel Brooks' blend of comedy with suspenseful mystery.

Suitable for teen and adult audiences; contains comedic violence and murder intrigue.

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What genre does High Anxiety belong to?

It is classified as a comedy, mystery, thriller, and crime film.

What is the main character’s phobia?

The protagonist suffers from intense acrophobia, a fear of heights.

Who are some notable cast members?

The film features veteran Brooks collaborators Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman, and Harvey Korman.

What rating does the film have?

High Anxiety is rated PG.

What role did Mel Brooks have in the film?

Mel Brooks produced the film and appears in his first speaking lead role.

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