To Be or Not to Be (1983)
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.
Genres: Comedy, War, Romance
What to watch after To Be or Not to Be
- History of the World: Part I (1981) — Same feel: satirical, irreverent
- The Producers (2005) — Same subject: nazi
- Silent Movie (1976) — Mel Brooks appears in both
- Risky Business (1983) — Same feel: smart, irreverent
- RKO 281 (1999)
- The Producers (1967) — Thomas Meehan wrote for both