High Anxiety

(1977)

Step into the world of High Anxiety, a comedic thriller from 1977 that will keep you on the edge of your seat while also tickling your funny bone. The film follows a timid psychiatrist, Dr. Richard Thorndyke, who suffers from a crippling fear of heights known as acrophobia. Seeking a fresh start, he lands a job at the Institute for the Very, Very Nervous, a mental institution with a peculiar staff.

Little does Dr. Thorndyke know, he has stepped into a world even more unhinged than his patients. The doctors at the institute exhibit eccentric behaviors and harbor deep secrets, ones they would go to any lengths, even murder, to protect.

As Dr. Thorndyke navigates his new environment, he finds himself entangled in a web of deception, conspiracy, and dangerous encounters. With his acrophobia constantly haunting him, he must summon his courage to unravel the mysteries surrounding the institute. Along the way, he forms an unexpected bond with the beautiful and enigmatic Victoria Brisbane, adding a romantic twist to the suspense-filled tale.

Directed by the legendary Mel Brooks, High Anxiety brilliantly combines Hitchcockian suspense with hilarious comedy. You'll be captivated by this homage to classic thrillers while finding yourself in stitches from the cleverly crafted comedic moments. Buckle up for a thrilling and side-splitting journey through the insane world of High Anxiety.