To Be or Not to Be

Overview

A bad Polish actor is just trying to make a living when Poland is invaded by the Germans in World War II. His wife has the habit of entertaining young Polish officers while he's on stage, which is also a source of depression to him. When one of her officers comes back on a Secret Mission, the actor takes charge and comes up with a plan for them to escape.

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Top Cast

Mel Brooks

Dr. Frederick Bronski

Anne Bancroft

Anna Bronski

Tim Matheson

Lt. Andre Sobinski

Charles Durning

Col. Erhardt

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