Sequel to his 1981 movie heading for the small screen

Mel Brooks is making a TV sequel to his 1981 film comedy History of the World, Part I.

The original title was meant to be a joke but American streaming service has now ordered an eight-episode series to air next year.

In a statement, Brooks said: ‘I can’t wait to once more tell the real truth about all the phoney baloney stories the world has been conned into believing are History!’

The 95-year-old will write the show with a team now being put together and act as an executive  producer, US trade media reports.

The big-screen original was a series of historical sketches set in various eras, including the Roman Empire and  the French Revolution. Brooks co-starred alongside the likes of Dom DeLuise, Madeline Kahn, Gregory Hines and Sid Ceasar. Here's its trailer: 

Published: 18 Oct 2021