The American Film Institute (AFI) reorders its AFI’s “100 Years…100 Laughs” list in honor of Mel Brooks’ 100th birthday, placing his 1974 Western satire, “Blazing Saddles,” at the top. Multiple outlets report that the change moves “Blazing Saddles” to No. 1, elevating it above Billy Wilder’s classic comedy “Some Like It Hot,” which had previously been ranked first. The outlets also describe the AFI’s update as an honorary reshuffling tied to Brooks’ milestone birthday, rather than a commentary on changing tastes or an awards decision.
Coverage across the Los Angeles Times, ComingSoon.net, Euronews, and Deadline aligns on the core points: Brooks reaches age 100, AFI highlights his work through the “100 Years…100 Laughs” ranking, and “Blazing Saddles” is named the funniest film of all time after the list’s order is adjusted. Deadline additionally notes that AFI describes the reordering as an official adjustment to the list’s placement that honors Brooks on his birthday.
