Ron Clark

Ron Clark is a Canadian comedy screenwriter and playwright. He started writing sketches while at McGill University and then moved to New York City, where he wrote monologues for dozens of stand-up comics.

Works

Top Gun

For Lieutenant Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell and his friend and co-pilot Nick 'Goose' Bradshaw, being accepted into an elite training school for fighter pilots is a dream come true. But a tragedy, as well as personal demons, will threaten Pete's dreams of becoming an ace pilot.

Release Date1986-05-16

Charactersd Inquiry Commander

Vote Count9220

High Anxiety

A psychiatrist with intense acrophobia (fear of heights) goes to work for a mental institution run by doctors who appear to be crazier than their patients, and have secrets that they are willing to commit murder to keep.

Release Date1977-12-25

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Charactersd Zachary Cartwright III

Vote Count378

History of the World: Part I

An uproarious version of history that proves nothing is sacred – not even the Roman Empire, the French Revolution and the Spanish Inquisition.

Release Date1981-06-12

Charactersd Stoned Soldier #1 - The Roman Empire

Vote Count863

The Funny Farm

The laughs are nonstop as a gang of ambitious young comics strives to make it in the exciting world of stand-up comedy at the famous comedy club in L.A., The Funny Farm. These budding comedy stars are as crazy offstage as they are on: Miguel, America s funniest illegal alien ; Miles, who can t decide if he s a black comic or a comic who happens to be black; Bruce, whose manic act borders on insanity; and Peter, the intense political satirist. The Funny Farm is a hilarious and insightful look into those who live the lives of comedians.

Release Date1983-02-18

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Charactersd Service Station Attendant

Vote Count1

The Curious Case of Inspector Clouseau

DA-DUN DA-DUN DA-DUN-DA-DUN-DA-DUN-DA-DUN-DA-DUUUUN Henry Mancini’s iconic score, Peter Sellers’ bumbling Inspector Clouseau, and those unforgettable animated opening sequences - delve into the history of the Pink Panther films, the pink diamond hunting comedy-mystery franchise that was a smash hit, made a megastar of Peter Sellers and spawned an empire. Paul Joyce’s typically thorough and entertaining documentary focuses on star Peter Sellers’ creation of a comedy icon and his relationship with director Blake Edwards. Hosted by Burt Kwouk, who played Clousea’s manservant and martial arts sparring partner Cato, and featuring interviews with Mark Kermode, Herbert Lom (Chief Inspector Dreyfus), Graham Stark (Pepi) and more, THE CURIOUS CASE OF INSPECTOR CLOUSEAU is a must-see... if you can catch it!

Release Date2002-01-01

Charactersd self

Silent Laughter: The Reel Inspirations of 'Silent Movie'

A featurette about the origins of "Silent Movie," as well as its inspirations and development, direct cinematic influences, cast and performances, gag specifics and cut scenes, Brooks’ directorial style and a few other tidbits.

Release Date2009-12-15

Charactersd Self

Hitchcock and Mel: Spoofing the Master of Suspense

A short documentary exploring the relationship between Alfred Hitchcock and Mel Brooks and the role it played in the production of "High Anxiety."

Release Date2009-12-15

Charactersd Self

Moonlighting

After being duped and going bankrupt, model Maddie is convinced by David to become a partner in a detective agency. Together they solve various cases, while getting comfortable with each other.

Release Date1985-03-03

DepartmentCrew

JobCreative Consultant

Episode Count13

Vote Count378

Life Stinks

Affluent and arrogant businessman Goddard Bolt, feuding with rival Vance Crasswell over a land deal, makes a bet with Crasswell that he has the wits and street smarts to live penniless and anonymous on the rough streets of Los Angeles for thirty days. But Bolt has a rude awakening when the reality of homelessness hits him. Still, he finds a silver lining in a burgeoning romance with Molly, a former Broadway dancer who has fallen on hard times.

Release Date1991-06-05

DepartmentWriting

JobStory

Vote Count210

The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour

The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour is an American comedy and variety show hosted by the Smothers Brothers and initially airing on CBS from 1967 to 1969.

Release Date1967-02-05

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count72

Vote Count9

Revenge of the Pink Panther

Chief Inspector Jacques Clouseau is dead. At least that is what the world—and Charles Dreyfus—believe when a dead body is discovered in Clouseau's car after being shot off the road. Naturally, Clouseau knows differently and, taking advantage of not being alive, sets out to discover why an attempt was made on his life.

Release Date1978-01-08

DepartmentWriting

JobScreenplay

Vote Count457

Silent Movie

Aspiring filmmakers Mel Funn, Marty Eggs and Dom Bell go to a financially troubled studio with an idea for a silent movie. In an effort to make the movie more marketable, they attempt to recruit a number of big name stars to appear, while the studio's creditors attempt to thwart them.

Release Date1976-06-17

DepartmentWriting

JobStory

Vote Count320

Pauvre France

Release Date1982-05-17

DepartmentWriting

JobScenario Writer

Vote Count7

The Paul Lynde Show

The Paul Lynde Show is an American sitcom that aired on ABC. The series stars Paul Lynde and aired from September 13, 1972 to September 8, 1973.

Release Date1972-09-13

DepartmentCreator

JobCreator

Vote Count2

Snuffy Smith and Barney Google

There's feudin', fussin' and a whole lot of good ol' fashioned fun goin' on as those back woods rascals, Barney Google and Snuffy Smith, rustle up a rib-ticklin' tub of mountain mirth. Barney and Snuffy are joined by the craziest collection of cantankerous characters ever to come out of them thar' hills, including Loweezy, Jughaid and Jerky Jockey for hours of down home country comedy.

Release Date1963-01-01

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count1

Vote Count1

Norman... Is That You?

Ben and Beatrice Chambers discover that their son Norman is gay and so Ben is intent on setting him right.

Release Date1976-09-29

DepartmentWriting

JobTheatre Play

Vote Count13