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The Producers

Broadway producer Max Bialystock and his accountant, Leo Bloom plan to make money by charming wealthy old biddies to invest in a production many times over the actual cost, and then put on a sure-fire flop, so nobody will ask for their money back – and what can be a more certain flop than a tasteless musical celebrating Hitler.

Original title: The Producers

2

nominations

50%

winning rate

1

win

Academy Awards #41 - 1969

Award People Status
Best Actor in a Supporting Role Gene Wilder
Best Original Screenplay Mel Brooks Winner

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