Cast of Blazing Saddles

Cleavon Little plays Bart, the black sheriff of Rock Ridge who faces racism but ultimately wins over the townspeople with his wit and charm.

Gene Wilder portrays Jim, the Waco Kid, a drunken gunslinger who becomes Bart's loyal and quick-witted partner in fighting off the villains.

Slim Pickens brings Taggart to life, the dim-witted and racist henchman working for the main antagonist, Hedley Lamarr.

Harvey Korman is memorable as Hedley Lamarr, the conniving attorney general who schemes to take over Rock Ridge for his own gain.

Madeline Kahn shines as Lili Von Shtupp, a seductive and hilarious performer who captivates the audience with her musical numbers.

Mel Brooks portrays Governor William J. Le Petomane and also the Indian Chief in a dual role that adds comedic flair to the film.

Burton Gilliam plays Lyle, one of Taggart's henchmen who is comically inept and often serves as the source of humor in the movie.

Alex Karras embodies the character of Mongo, a formidable but simple-minded brute whose strength becomes a force to be reckoned with.

David Huddleston portrays Olson Johnson, one of the townspeople in Rock Ridge who initially opposes Bart but later comes to respect him.

Liam Dunn plays Rev. Johnson, the town minister who is initially hesitant about Bart but eventually becomes one of his supporters.

John Hillerman appears as Howard Johnson, a businessman in Rock Ridge whose reactions to the unfolding chaos add to the comedic moments in the film.

George Furth portrays Van Johnson, a citizen of Rock Ridge who, like many others, initially doubts Bart's abilities as sheriff.