How to watch Mel Brooks: The 99-Year-Old Man documentary: Release date and time

A brand new two-part documentary on the iconic actor, comedian, and filmmaker Mel Brooks is set to premiere on HBO.

“Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!” starts airing tonight, Jan. 22, on HBO and HBO Max, and it’s directed by Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio. This documentary covers Brooks’ remarkable career from his early days in television sketch comedy to his famous works like “The Producers,” “Spaceballs,” “Blazing Saddles,” and “Young Frankenstein.”

Featuring a star-studded lineup of contributors, including comedians like Ben Stiller, Jerry Seinfeld, and Adam Sandler, as well as filmmakers and actors, this doc offers an in-depth look at Brooks’ life. There are interviews with his family and even posthumous ones with other filmmakers like David Lynch and Rob Reiner.

Not only can you catch this documentary on HBO, but HBO Max also has a great collection of Brooks’ films like “Spaceballs” and “Blazing Saddles” available for streaming.

The first episode of “Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!” airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max. If you’re new to HBO Max, you can sign up for $10.99/month with ads or $18.49/month for an ad-free experience.

The two-part series will air over consecutive nights, with both episodes dropping on HBO Max tonight, Jan. 22. Part 1 showcases Brooks’ early influences and career, while Part 2 delves into his rise to fame and impact on future generations of comedians.

Don’t miss out on this captivating documentary about the legendary Mel Brooks!