The Twelve Chairs

Synopsis

The Twelve Chairs is a comedic adventure film released in 1970, directed by Mel Brooks and starring Ron Moody. The movie follows the story of a former aristocrat who sets out on a madcap journey to track down a set of valuable chairs that have hidden treasures sewn into the seats. Along the way, he encounters various eccentric characters and gets caught up in hilarious situations as he competes with others in the wild hunt for the chairs. As the stakes rise and the laughs multiply, the film takes the audience on a whimsical and entertaining ride through a world of treasure-hunting shenanigans, deception, and unexpected alliances.

Cast

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  Ron Moody

  Ippolit Vorobyaninov

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  Frank Langella

  Ostap Bender

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  Dom DeLuise

  Father Fyodor

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  Andréas Voutsinas

  Nikolai Sestrin

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  Diana Coupland

  Diana Coupland

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  Mel Brooks

  Tikon

Reviews

The Twelve Chairs has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences, with many praising the film for its clever writing, strong performances, and quirky sense of humor. The New York Times described it as 'a delightful romp filled with wit and charm', while Roger Ebert called it 'a true gem of a comedy'. The Hollywood Reporter lauded Ron Moody's performance, stating that he 'steals the show with his comedic timing and expressive acting'. On the other hand, some critics found the humor to be a bit dated and the pacing to be uneven. Despite that, the film's overall charm and entertainment value have endured, making it a cult classic for fans of comedy and adventure. IMDb users have rated The Twelve Chairs 6.4/10, and Rotten Tomatoes has given it a fresh rating of 93%.