Zorro: the Gay Blade (1981 adventure comedy)

[@RobertLocksley385]

My Dad took me to see this when it came out, as he grew up with Zorro as a lad in the Fifties, and I had never seen him laugh so much before or after. It's a real treat to see it again and hear my Dad's laughter once more.

[@philippe-mj4wv]

Sérieux ?

[@RobertLocksley385]

@@philippe-mj4wvOui.

[@davidbranch1077]

It's a blessing you still have your Father, I remember seeing this in 1983. When my parents was alive ❤💯👍

[@helencarter4905]

I loved watching Zorro and absolutely loved his sidekick, of whose name I’ve forgotten. So many good TV shows back in the day.

[@CulinaryDevelopmentGroup]

Me as well! It’s been 4 years since my father passed, and watching this has been a ritual to have happy memories and deal with the sadness of loss

[@DanaX09]

Thank god for old movies. A movie such as this will never be produced again. Humor, whit, and just innocent fun.

[@elizabethcsicsery-ronay1633]

wit

[@byefelicia2890]

​@@elizabethcsicsery-ronay1633 Wit who?

[@kennyhagan5781]

When George Hamilton wanted to be funny, he was very funny. I have nothing but respect for his comedies, they all look great and deliver big laughs.

[@ClaudeDurando]

en francais on comprendrai mieux....

[@mybackpages8879]

This movie was way ahead of its time. Brilliant comedy!

[@sjefhendrickx2257]

Ahead? Hahah its a dumbb movie made for ignorant americans

[@samuilc8000]

What time is it?

[@jameskelly7782]

George was an undiscovered comedy actor....I love how embraced the role, creating a rarely now seen comedy that is a close runner up to blazing saddles.

[@emptyhand777]

Hamilton also played Dracula in "Love at First Bite" another comedy around this same time.

[@ericbelify]

Ron Leibman was frickin hilarious in this movie, also an undiscovered comic actor in my opinion:)

[@littledikkins2253]

@@emptyhand777 He was a riot as Dracula.

[@coobay978]

I never thought of George Hamilton as a comedy actor but he did excellent. Very funny.

[@ChristopherM720]

This is, no kidding, one of the 20 most quotable and hilarious movie ever made. It is Airplane for the Zorro series...you just have to go with it, and not judge it by 2024 standards but like Airplane and the best of Mel Brooks, a movie that loves its characters enough to be insane with them.

[@DTM-Books]

This movie, along with Love At First Bite (I think that's the title) were broadcast on television back in the 1980s. This was a silly movie, I can't imagine anyone under 40 having any idea this movie exists. But now it's here on KZbin, so that's great. I hope it still holds up.

[@013jared]

you just unintentionally unlocked a memory of mine. I remember watching gay blade and love at first bite with my dad. I've recently been thinking about a random vampire flick where the vampire gets the woman. Then he and her fly away into the night in bat form, having casual conversation

[@jesterday2222]

Ron Leibman (Captain Esteban) ❤ He was so funny and handsome. Rip. Thanks for this great movie!

[@PatrickJDoyle-bw3fu]

Talk like a sissy boy.

[@johnkelly-gx6go]

Hilarious. Showcases the comedic timing of George Hamilton while providing the rest of the cast a superb vehicle for each their own skill and talent.

[@lloydaiken]

2 bits 4 bits 6 bits a peso. All for Zorro stand up and say so. Must have been at least one theater where that got a standing ovation.

[@wedovatoloco4069]

Its been years since I seen this movie. Many moons ago there I was in front of the TV eating those little round corn chips with refried beans and cheese on top. Now years later here I am at the same house, same wood paneling in the living room and watching this classic movie. Thank you for posting it. Love it!!!

[@undergroundwarrior70]

'Zorro the Gay Blade' is one of my favorite comedy films of the 1980s, and I did see it in the theater when it was first released in 1981 when I was 25. Outrageously hilarious. I had no idea it was uploaded on KZbin 8 years ago. Thank for doing that Peep Raie!

[@charliebrownie4158]

This was around the time when the two other sleeper hits had hit being a Cannonball Run and Arthur that I recall them being the kind of movies where my parents went and saw it first and they came and told us kids were going to go see this movie and we all enjoyed it all our friends coming over to watch it at our place they'll they all thought it was the funniest things I've ever seen. As a matter of fact a friend of mine I saw at a yard sale there was a video tape of Cannonball Run so I picked that up and I was telling him you got to we have to watch this movie today was it turned out he loved Burt Reynolds but he loved everybody else in the thing as well and there was a few things in there obviously there's Jackie Chan in it which shot the hell out of him that Jackie Chan was in movies back then but specially there was a few things that Burt Reynolds said in there that the other guy said around me when he would talk about somebody that he liked he would say something like they're very likable very likable and it was like as soon as you heard them saying that he's like that's what I've been saying I said I know it said the reason I wanted you to see this movie and he was by the end of it he was like that's the best movie that I've ever seen that was so well done for for it being so low budget it still was perfect

[@Johnny7051MC]

I used to watch this film over & over on HBO back in 1982 when Cable TV was relatively new. I was 8 years old and obviously not hip to the comedy or gay innuendos in the movie, so it's funny to watch now as an adult. I remember in the early 1980's, HBO would play this movie and others like Legend of the Lone Ranger, Willy Wonka, Grease 2, Clash of the Titans, Swamp Thing, Under the Rainbow, Super Fuzz, Flash Gordon, and Elton John Live at Central Park all the time.

[@shonc8338]

I too watched this the same year same channel. Also my bloody valentine and hell night and terror train, on the right track with Gary colemon. Happy memeories

[@AngelCatBaby]

I remember all those myself, a time when movies were actually movies, NOT filled with CGI or AI crap, but real acting skills …👍

[@I_Drank_WHAT_TTV]

I was the same age in 82 lol (I was born in 74, March to be exact) And I'm surprised you didn't mention Cannonball Run in that list of movies

[@obiron42]

I didn't see Midnight Madness either ​@@I_Drank_WHAT_TTV

[@DawnElicia]

Love this movie so much. I have been looking on all the sites to try and find it. Then it randomly pops up on my KZbin. Me and my mom use to watch this movie and quote it to each other all the time.

[@milannovak8372]

George Hamilton's finest hour-and-a-half.

[@RobertLocksley385]

I could never decide whether he was a self-obsessed Hollywood hack, or a very clever man who could turn his talent to anything and still have everyone believing that he was a hack!

[@michaelflynn1136]

Saw this in the theater when it came out. Great halarious movie. Bought it on VHS right after. Seen it a million times and laugh every time. Saw an interview with Ron Liebman who played Esteban. He said he had the most fun playing that part than any other movie he made.

[@MrDickerson4321]

My late mother LOVED this film. She would just laugh and laugh. Thanks for uploading it, brought back many good memories.

[@headlessspaceman5681]

If I ever start quoting this movie people will think I've really lost my mind. NECK! NECK! NECK!

[@PatrickJDoyle-bw3fu]

Brenda Vaccaro, beautiful

[@AdrianMagyar-tq6iz]

Omg ,I was searching this movie for years 😮😮😮😅 thanks for uploading it 😅

[@kristywilliams4906]

Me too!!

[@bminusconstruction4212]

😂😂😂😂 Me Three 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@patriciacurcio9455]

I always loved this movie 🎥 the gay b blade with George Hampton he is so funny and very handsome and funny thank you for letting me watch it

[@AubreyoCoar]

George Hamilton was outstanding this great comedy will last forever especially the walking scene with El Capitan day so very funny

[@dorisbotts6414]

Been looking for this movie for years. It is so funny. Thank you for posting it.

[@BuceGar]

Hilarious movie, remember it from when I was a kid.

[@lisadiaz-withers2906]

I so love this movie.. I had seen it when is was 15.. I just love all the innuendo's and can't get enough of the poor Esteban...

[@taylorrussell3158]

This flick is an all time classic in our family. We watch it every Christmas together. Well done. 😊

[@PrinceTrexus]

I love the part at 51:38 when the alcalde yells "SILENCIO!!" And then his guard stands up "One salad, 3 fruits..."

[@AngelCatBaby]

George Hamilton was a great actor, and able to do both characters well…thank you for sharing this…👍❤️🤣

[@searl1969]

I seen this movie in the show when I was about 10 years old still a classic forget about the gay innuendos and just laugh.

[@billross6013]

SAME HERE, I SAW IT WHEN I WAS 10 TOO, I ALSO LOVE THE BONNIE WIGGLESWORTH CHARACTER AS MY FATHER IS FROM PORTSMOUTH ENGLAND ,HILARIOUS FLICK IT WARMS MY HEART TO SEE IT AGAIN.

[@romanfox5368]

Yeah. Saw this as a kid before I knew anything about gays/stereotypes.

[@brittontownsend9120]

My favorite comedy ever!

[@yika-5967]

Roman Fox What is a gay again?

[@delorismccarthy793]

When I came across this I was sooo happy!!! I remember watching this at the movie theater. I always though George Hamilton was so good looking. Loved him as Zorro and in Love at first bite.

[@pierredecine1936]

Excellent Movie. surprisingly ... Costumes, Sets, Props - and Swordplay - all Top Notch !

[@DanielGarcia-us7tf]

George Hamilton gave a tremendous performance as both brothers!!!

[@johngeary5436]

Back in 1982 my roommate and I watched this so many times on HBO...great times.

[@georgereynolds3422]

Fun fact: the stunt co-ordinator on the film was Victor Paul. Mr. Paul was also one of the two stunt co-ordinators on the Batman series, and doubled for Burt Ward.

[@kryp49]

A thousand thank you's for putting this up! The Tanned One is an underrated actor, and will always be a crush ❤ And Ron Leibman was his absolute match. This cast, this movie, an absolute joy to watch.😅😅😅❤❤❤❤

[@tommyzDad]

Man! I remember my local theater ran a double feature of this and History of the World Pt. 1!

[@mr.goatman4024]

thank you for uploading. I have not seen this movie in 20 years

[@edwardleonetti2492]

WALKING AND RUNNING AND JUMPING IN PLACE! LOL

[@danielchapman9635]

Replying

[@GriggsC123]

Swing your hips. Now Flap your wrist!

[@Charliecomet82]

"Luis Obispo, from Bakersfield."

[@rayfaust30]

Oh Luis, I know you

[@jamespell8091]

I caught that. It pretty much floored me.

[@charliebrownie4158]

I remember when we were at the theater and that line was said everybody in their howled with laughter that was so funny oh my God and then whenever we had family members who came over and visited us if we played the movie for them we would have to explain to them what what we were laughing at why that was funny because they had no clue what Luis Obispo from Bakersfield meant because to them it was just a name it wasn't an actual city or town. Love the humor in this it's just so perfect lovely both The Alcalde actor the henchmen and Brenda Vaccaro and Lauren Hutton all perfect in their roles.

[@josephsaltal2596]

I haven't seen this movie since the early 1980's. It was better than I remember.

[@BlazeBadger]

Dude, this movie holds up now just as well as it did when I saw it as a kid. So freaking funny and smart. No complaints at all. I'm 33 and this was before my time, but I'm so glad my parents showed me this as a kid.

[@malcolmmitchell8538]

The sheep in the field 😂😂 wonderful to see it again thanks 👍🏻

[@Ravennwing]

Best line...You agree, Sir, that I have a point? Indeed, it must be difficult to find a hat that fits it properly. Close second...thank God for small favors! Loved this movie since the day it came out. Thanks so much for letting me enjoy it again!

[@pauldonald4676]

For me the funniest line was, That cousin of yours is not a woman. She is a goddess.

[@davidyoung9856]

I love this movie. This and Robin Hood men in tights.

[@LibrenoDMCA]

Ha! I like pretty much anything Mel made.

[@Actrjay]

One of my favorite quotable movies!! So glad it's back on KZbin.

[@markmckee7877]

I recall watching this and having one laugh after another.

[@AldenRDavis]

19:56 - "My Dear Son, I do not call you by name because I do not know which of you two brothers will be the one to read this, but whoever does inherits the greatest gifts I possess. The sword with which to fight injustice; this mask with which to deceive tyranny; and this hat which needs a reblocking. Wear them with honor for in time of need it is the destiny of the Vega men to become Zorro."

[@bassdivamtm]

Great old movie and I must say as a musician every time I hear the theme of Zorro I hear the beginning of Smyrna’s Bartered Bride Overature😂

[@werebear76]

So happy to see this gem on youtube. I havent seen this since it used to be on tv. Highly understed comedy. I could not stop laughing back then. And i cant stop now.

[@suehofkamp8594]

“You know that little thing we do once a year? Well, we have three months to go!”

[@lysanamcmillan7972]

Oh, my word. I love you. This is my favorite cheesy pleasure. It's like the best parts of Velveeta with real flavor. And the "it's not politically correct anymore" crowd can shove it. This is frankly one of the better treatments of a gay character the 1970s had. And I'm speaking as a TBLG rights activist of 20 years' standing. So laugh at Bunny if it makes you feel better about being forced to realize other people are human no matter who they love. I'm laughing with him and always have.

[@philliplozano7587]

Was this vapid polemic really necessary?

[@lysanamcmillan7972]

You thought this was a polemic. You are adorable.

[@LibrenoDMCA]

virtue signaling

[@lysanamcmillan7972]

Yawn.

[@LibrenoDMCA]

Just.. wow. Movie=comedy.

[@mike.p.1400]

Never seen it. But heard about it. Very funny. Good movie. Thanks for posting.

[@iamiam7]

I’d forgotten about this. What a movie! So “colorful.”

[@PAPITO_49]

What a really fun movie. Long before WOKE & The alphabet people. We could all enjoy our own lives without being hated. I’m not gay but I have friends who are and they didn’t know this movie, so I turned them in to it. 😂 we don’t hate , we enjoy each other’s culture.

[@professorlaser7132]

This is was designed as being in the vein of a Mel Brooks production. Lots of movies have tried their hand at meeting the high bar set by Mel & Co. Few, very few are up to snuff. Zorro the Gay Blade is inarguably up to snuff. I howl through this whole movie as I do with Young Frankenstein. Top shelf.

[@wurldtravlr620]

Saw this gem years ago. It is hilarious!!! Thanks for posting.

[@jeebs98-br549]

I had the insight to purchase this movie on VHS back in the '80s after seeing it several times on HBO. It wasn't cheap: about $75.00 US. Watched it over and over again, long after it was no longer available on TV. I no longer have a VCR to play it on, so it was a great surprise to see it here. Thank you!

[@AldenRDavis]

0:24 - "In the late part of the eighteenth century, the peasants of old California were oppressed by tyrannical landowners. To protect the poor and downtrodden people, there emerged a mysterious swordsman who pledged his life in the service of justice. To the people, he was a great hero who would live forever in their hearts. To the landowners, however, he was a real pain in the ass. He was known only as Zorro."

[@BJMallory]

You know that thing we do once a year? Still have three months to go!!

[@AdamManning-f8n]

Love this movie, Pure fun and George Hamilton just amazing

[@shonc8338]

Loved this movie when I was little

[@xoneralefreeman1882]

I loved this movie. very underrated movie.

[@biguntall]

"This is Zero ? Then the hideous dog you referred to must be my wife !!! " Hhahahaha

[@michaelknight6784]

Wow! Great upload! Thank you so much! I seen this movie alot when i was younger

[@CeciliaStern]

I am a very big fan of mr Hamilton artistry I cried seen this movie the life we had, all your movies I had seen, and the enjoyment it brought me, mr Hamilton, thank you!! I got to go, went to you cigar and bar! In every hills, i saw you and you are gorgeous I had a great time! Again thank you!

[@dereklucero5785]

I saw this in theaters as a kid….’2 bits 4 bits, 6 bits a peso, all for Zorro, Stand up and Say So”……..

[@allensacharov5424]

fabulous soundtrack!!!!

[@nikypercea]

wow 12 times in one night !!! that is a true champ right there !!! i can only manage 3 times the most !!!

[@jeanneratterman4174]

Movie magic😆😂🤣

[@elijahroberts3044]

The Legend of zorro (1981 adventure comedy).

[@Katnip452]

Hamilton should have been in more movies- what a ham! 😂

[@oitzinger]

I love the scene with the number 2.

[@apfelsnutz]

I first saw this movie in 1985 during a very memorable stay with friends... I'll never forget it.

[@roninfam]

This film is an absolute treasure and my life is better for it. George Hamilton is pitch perfect in both roles and, although I’ve seen it countless times, I still laugh hard upon subsequent viewings. The rest of the cast is also outstanding as well. Certainly a movie no one would make today, but viewers should just enjoy it for what it is, a very over the top comedy that pays respect to its source material and can laugh at itself. This came out during the Summer of 1981, which was probably one of the very best summer of movies ever. And this one takes its rightful place as a great addition to the excellent company it shared at that time. Please watch and just lose yourself in the entertainment this movie is meant to be.

[@toddboughn5168]

THANK YOU for uploading this. I've been looking for it for years. It's one of my mom's favorite movies and I've been wanting her to see it.

[@Ostsol]

The most fabulous masked hero. :D

[@thebigdb1]

Man! I haven't seen this film in years! I think the last time I saw this was when I was a kid & not too long after it 1st came out! To show you how long ago that was! Glad I happened to stumble onto this film after all these years! I never watched the black & white or old Disney versions of Zorro, but if they had the same theme song, I won't look at Goonies the same ever again! It's the same theme that is used when Sloth saves the gang on the pirate ship. Never picked up on that reference before. I just thought it was a song from a Eyro Flynn film. Extremely enjoyed this! 🙏

[@filmdyret]

I love this movie ❤ George Hamilton did an excellent role as Margarita Wiglesworth " Wiggi" . Its a treasure 👌

[@maingate7672]

For some reason, the ''Florinda's Folly'' scene reminds me of the scene in ''V for Vendetta'', when everyone is dressed up as Guy Fawkes.

[@dali2314]

Ship oil and pipalls had me almost in tears. Brilliant movie.

[@Mundane05]

The best Mel Brooks movie Mel Brooks had nothing to do with xD

[@thegreencat9947]

Wow....now he is a handsome Zorro. Alain Delon wasn't too shabby, either.

[@Lyraa357]

Goodness the crowd at the theater the day I went had a great time. We laughed and cheered. Fun!

[@jesuscuadrado348]

Agreed, still as funny as it was back when it came out

[@deannanovak6289]

One of my and my sister’s favorite movies. We both know it by heart. 😅

[@debbiekennedy1717]

I love this movie and another one he did, when he was a vampire, he is so talented with his humor, and he knows how to work those eyebrows

[@jamesfenoff]

Using Max Steiner's score from "The Aventures of Don Juan," is very funny!

[@jamesmackenzie8271]

Enjoyd the movie. Thanks.

[@tracybrown512]

No matter how many times I see this, I always crack up!❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂😂

[@Mundane05]

Holy hell... Paco is Leslie Barbara from Police Academy. I only just learnt this xD

[@spotteddog1716]

I saw this in the theater! I was 11 years old. Of course I didn’t understand a lot of the “gay theme”but when I watch it now, I just love it! Fantastic movie.

[@MauricioAlejandroVillalobos]

When the alcalde says "For Marguarita", and the servant says "Four margaritas, yes sir"!

[@AldenRDavis]

40:47 - "Walking and Running and Jumping in Place!

[@taepark5330]

My favorite childhood movie. ❤😂

[@allmivoyses]

My daughter swore if she ever had a son she'd name him Don Diego Delabega (with a b not a v just because of the accent in this movie😂)

[@lifeforceunlimited27]

I love how all the Zoro movies have the same music!

[@armando3997]

I🎉 had been busy looking for this show and thought it was lost from us

[@Wolfkins1972]

Love this movie lol and Love at First Bite lol :0) I used to watch them whenever they were on when I was about 10I haven't seen it on TV in such a long time because now its consideredPolitically incorrect lol such a shame few people have no sense of humor anymore :0/

[@goodolddays5292]

To help the helpless, to friend the friendless, to feed the feedless.....😅

[@guillermoguerrero1951]

Thank you Thank you for uploading the movie. My mother and I are watching it after many years of looking for it.

[@armando3997]

At times people hated Zorro and now they love it