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Young Frankenstein’s “Puttin’ on the Ritz” Scene Still Makes Audiences Laugh
Some comedy scenes become classics because of the dialogue.
Others become classics because of the performances.
And then there are moments like “Puttin’ on the Ritz” from Young Frankenstein — where the combination of music, physical comedy, Gene Wilder’s energy, and Peter Boyle’s unexpected performance creates something audiences never forget.
Released in 1974, Young Frankenstein became one of the defining comedy films of its era.
At the center of it all was Gene Wilder as Dr. Frederick Frankenstein, a character whose increasingly ridiculous situation is played with remarkable commitment.
One of the film’s most recognizable moments arrives when Frederick decides to present his creation to an audience through a very unusual musical performance.
Why “Puttin’ on the Ritz” Became So Memorable
The brilliance of the scene comes...
