: Adapted by Brooks and Thomas Meehan, this version became a massive cultural phenomenon. It holds the record for the most Tony Awards won by a single production (12 wins).
: A flamboyant, ethically challenged theatrical producer who survives by wooing elderly "little old lady" investors. The Producers
: Considered the "worst director in the business," hired specifically to ensure the show's failure. Quick Facts at a Glance 2001 Musical 2005 Film Leads Zero Mostel & Gene Wilder Nathan Lane & Matthew Broderick Nathan Lane & Matthew Broderick Director Mel Brooks Susan Stroman Susan Stroman Awards Oscar for Original Screenplay 12 Tony Awards Golden Globe Nominations Genre Satirical Black Comedy Musical Comedy Musical Comedy : Adapted by Brooks and Thomas Meehan, this
: Mel Brooks' directorial debut starring Zero Mostel as Max Bialystock and Gene Wilder as Leo Bloom. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. : Considered the "worst director in the business,"
: The Swedish bombshell who becomes the duo's receptionist and star performer.
: The deranged, pigeon-loving playwright of Springtime for Hitler .