It Came From Hollywood

It Came from Hollywood is a 1982 comedy film compiling clips from various B movies. Written by Dana Olsen and directed by Malcolm Leo and Andrew Solt, the film features wraparound segments and narration by several famous comedians, including Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Gilda Radner, and Cheech and Chong. Sections of It Came from Hollywood focus on gorilla pictures, anti-marijuana films and the works of Edward D. Wood, Jr.. The closing signature song... more

Initial release date:

  • Dec 10, 1982

Runtime:

  • 1 h 20 min

Screenplay by:

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