Airplane!

Airplane! (1980) is a satirical comedy film directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker. Known for its absurd humor, slapstick comedy, and parodies of disaster films, Airplane! follows Ted Striker (Robert Hays), a traumatized former fighter pilot who must overcome his fear of flying to save a commercial airliner after the crew falls ill. The film features a memorable ensemble cast, including Julie Hagerty, Robert Stack, and Lloyd Bridges, and is packed with rapid-fire jokes and visual gags. Airplane! was a massive box office success and is widely regarded as one of the greatest comedy films ever made, known for its relentless pace, clever dialogue, and its influence on the spoof genre.