Mr. Mike's Mondo Video
“The TV show that can't be shown on TV!”
Synopsis
Mike O'Donoghue's parody of "Mondo Cane" showcases curious performers, strange musicians, celebrity mutations and unusual short films, including Thomas Alva Edison's "Elephant Electrocution". In the tradition of films like Groove Tube (1974), The Kentucky Fried Movie (1977), and Saturday Night Live.
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Mr Mike's Mondo Video 1979 TV trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-08-10
Top Cast
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Michael O'Donoghue
Mr. Mike
Dan Aykroyd
Church of Jack Lord Leader / Self
Rhonda Coullet
Church of Jack Lord Singer
Paul Shaffer
Church of Jack Lord Organist
Bill Murray
Man on the Street
Jane Curtin
Self
Carrie Fisher
Self
Teri Garr
Self
Joan Hackett
Self (voice)
Debbie Harry
Self
Sarah Holcomb
Self
Margot Kidder
Self
Laraine Newman
Self
Gilda Radner
Self
Sid Vicious
Self
Root Boy Slim
Self
Edie Baskin
Self
Susan Forristal
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 20, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael O'Donoghue
- Screenplay & Story
- Emily Prager, Dirk Wittenborn, Michael O'Donoghue, Mitch Glazer
- Original Title
- Mr. Mike's Mondo Video
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Project X, Broadway Video, The Pacific Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael O'Donoghue
Emily Prager, Dirk Wittenborn, Michael O'Donoghue, Mitch Glazer
Barry Rebo
Alan Miller, Bob Tischler
Michael O'Donoghue, Lorne Michaels
Department Leadership Roster
Michael O'Donoghue
Director
Michael O'Donoghue
Producer
Emily Prager
Writer
Dirk Wittenborn
Writer
Michael O'Donoghue
Writer
Mitch Glazer
Writer
Alan Miller
Editor
Barry Rebo
Director of Photography
Bob Tischler
Editor
Eugene Lee
Production Design
Franne Lee
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mr. Mike's Mondo Video
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What is Mr. Mike's Mondo Video about?
Mike O'Donoghue's parody of "Mondo Cane" showcases curious performers, strange musicians, celebrity mutations and unusual short films, including Thomas Alva Edison's "Elephant Electrocution". In the tradition of films like Groove Tube (1974), The Kentucky Fried Movie (1977), and Saturday Night Live.
Who directed Mr. Mike's Mondo Video?
Mr. Mike's Mondo Video was directed by Michael O'Donoghue.
Who stars in Mr. Mike's Mondo Video?
The principal cast of Mr. Mike's Mondo Video includes Michael O'Donoghue, Dan Aykroyd, Rhonda Coullet, Paul Shaffer, Bill Murray.
When was Mr. Mike's Mondo Video released and how long is it?
Mr. Mike's Mondo Video was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mr. Mike's Mondo Video?
Mr. Mike's Mondo Video holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).