What is In God We Tru$t?
In God We Tru$t is a 1980 American comedy directed by Marty Feldman, starring Feldman himself alongside Peter Boyle, Louise Lasserová, Richard Pryor and Andy Kaufman. The story follows Brother Ambrose, a naïve monk tasked with raising $5,000 to save his monastery, leading him into a series of odd encounters in Hollywood.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Release date
- Sep 26, 1980
- Genres
- Comedy
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
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In God We Tru$t is a 1980 American comedy directed by Marty Feldman, starring Feldman himself alongside Peter Boyle, Louise Lasserová, Richard Pryor and Andy Kaufman. The story follows Brother Ambrose, a naïve monk tasked with raising $5,000 to save his monastery, leading him into a series of odd encounters in Hollywood.
The tone is satirical and playful, with a brisk pacing that fits its 1 hour 37 minute runtime. Its PG rating makes it appropriate for a wide audience, though its 1980s humor may feel dated to some viewers.
Should you watch it?
“A monk’s holy quest collides with Hollywood’s wild eccentricities.”
- Marty Feldman's off‑beat direction
- Early performances by Richard Pryor and Andy Kaufman
- A quirky premise mixing monastic innocence with Hollywood satire
- The humor may feel dated to modern audiences
Watch it if you enjoy off‑beat 1980s comedies that lampoon Hollywood through a naïve monk’s eyes.
The film delivers a light‑hearted, briskly paced comedy with a PG rating suitable for general audiences.
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Is In God We Tru$t worth watching?
It may be worth watching if you appreciate quirky 1980s comedies and early work by notable comedians.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Who are the notable cast members?
The film features Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle, Louise Lasserová, Richard Pryor and Andy Kaufman.
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