#34: Unexpected Blockbuster Success

Blazing Saddles, despite its controversial themes and an initial lack of enthusiasm, unexpectedly soared to fame. Launched in the least favorable month, February, its success was an unforeseen victory for the filmmakers.

Defying odds, Blazing Saddles shattered February’s box office curse, reigning supreme until Black Panther dethroned it 44 years later. Its rise to number one was a historic feat, proving its enduring appeal and breaking records.