Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!
One man's lifelong refusal to act his age.
142026•7.9/10
DocumentaryComedy
Ratings
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7.9/10(13)
Directors Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio explore the life and legacy of Mel Brooks, one of the most enduring comedic voices of our time.
Production
Apatow Productions, HBO Documentary Films
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
January 22, 2026
Last Aired
January 23, 2026
Networks
HBO
Trailers & Videos
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Part One
Air date: 2026-01-22
Mel draws on his formative experiences, Jewish heritage, and fear of failure to emerge as one of Hollywood's most brazen satirists.
E2
Part Two
Air date: 2026-01-23
As he rises to superstardom, Mel is shaped by deep partnerships while continuing to use laughter as commentary on the human condition.
Cast
Mel Brooks
Self
Judd Apatow
Self - Director
Rob Reiner
Self - Filmmaker & Carl Reiner's Son
Jerry Seinfeld
Self - Comedian
Nicholas Brooks
Self - Mel's son
Larry Karaszewski
Self - Screenwriter
Scott Alexander
Self - Screenwriter
Dana Gould
Self - Writer & Comedian
Adam Sandler
Self - Actor & Comedian
Ben Stiller
Self - Actor & Filmmaker
Conan O'Brien
Self - Comedian
Dave Chappelle
Self - Comedian
Nick Kroll
Self - Comedian
Patton Oswalt
Self - Comedian
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