Top 10 Comedy Films on Crusades

Description: This Danny Kaye classic involves a jester who gets caught up in a plot to overthrow the king, with elements reminiscent of the political intrigue during the Crusades.

Fact: The film's famous tongue twister, "The pellet with the poison's in the flagon with the dragon," was improvised by Kaye during filming.

Description: This British comedy classic takes the Crusades and turns them into an absurd quest for the Holy Grail, filled with knights, silly walks, and the infamous Black Knight. It's a must-watch for its satirical take on medieval chivalry and the absurdity of the Crusades.

Fact: The film was made on a shoestring budget, with many of the props and costumes being sourced from second-hand shops. Also, the film's ending was famously cut off by police arresting the cast, which was actually part of the script.

Description: Although primarily a fairy tale, the film includes a subplot where the hero, Westley, goes on a quest that echoes the themes of the Crusades, with a humorous twist on the classic adventure narrative.

Fact: The film was initially considered a flop at the box office but has since become a cult classic, beloved for its blend of romance, adventure, and comedy.

Description: While not directly about the Crusades, this Mel Brooks parody of the Robin Hood legend includes a comedic take on the return of Robin from the Crusades, making it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: Cary Elwes, who plays Robin Hood, had to learn archery for the role, but he was so bad at it that they had to use a stunt double for most of the archery scenes.

Description: While not directly about the Crusades, this film features a medieval setting with a modern twist, including a jousting tournament that could be seen as a comedic parallel to the battles of the Crusades.

Fact: The film uses contemporary rock music in its soundtrack, which was quite controversial at the time but has since become one of its most memorable aspects.

Description: This film, starring Alan Ladd, involves a blacksmith who pretends to be a knight, leading to humorous situations that echo the themes of identity and chivalry during the Crusades.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use the Technicolor process, which was quite innovative for its time.

Description: This French comedy involves time travel from the Middle Ages to modern times, with characters from the Crusades era causing chaos in the present day.

Fact: The film was so successful in France that it spawned a sequel and an American remake, "Just Visiting."

Description: Mel Brooks' comedic genius shines through in this film, which includes a segment on the Spanish Inquisition, but its portrayal of the Crusades is equally hilarious, with a comedic twist on historical events.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a series of sketches covering all of history, but it was condensed into one movie. Also, the famous "Spanish Inquisition" sketch was initially a separate project.

Description: This episode from the first series of Blackadder features Edmund, the Black Adder, attempting to join the Crusades for his own selfish reasons, leading to a series of comedic misadventures.

Fact: The character of Baldrick, played by Tony Robinson, was originally written as a much more intelligent character, but his dim-witted persona became a fan favorite.

Description: While not a comedy in the traditional sense, this epic film includes humorous moments and a light-hearted approach to the historical events, making it an interesting watch for those interested in the comedic aspects of the Crusades.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use large-scale battle scenes, which were quite ambitious for the era.