Blazing Saddles

In 1874, the construction of a new railroad begins, necessitating a rerouting through Rock Ridge. This change makes the town highly valuable, sparking the interest of those who wish to capitalize on its real estate potential.

The territorial attorney general, Hedley Lamarr, concocts a malicious plan to drive the townsfolk away and gain control of Rock Ridge. He employs a gang of thugs, led by his incompetent henchman Taggart, to create chaos in the town.

Desperate for protection, the townspeople petition Governor William J. Le Petomane to appoint a new sheriff. Lamarr manipulates Le Petomane into selecting Bart, a black railroad worker about to be executed for assaulting Taggart, believing this decision will incite outrage.

Initially met with hostility from the townsfolk, Bart takes himself 'hostage' to protect against their anger. His intelligent approach, coupled with the assistance of Jim, the Waco Kid, helps to ease tensions in the community.

During his rise as sheriff, Bart confronts Mongo, a massive henchman who is simple yet strong. Utilizing his wit, Bart manages to subdue Mongo, gaining a new ally and information about Lamarr's malicious plans.

Bart and Jim venture to the railroad construction site, where they learn from Bart's friend Charlie that the railroad is indeed set to pass through Rock Ridge. Armed with this information, they prepare to thwart Lamarr's plan.

As Taggart and his gang threaten Bart's life, Jim showcases his impressive sharpshooting skills, driving off the attackers. This victory strengthens Bart’s position and boosts the morale of the townspeople.

Frustrated, Lamarr assembles a diverse and ragtag army including criminals and outlaws, aiming to take down Bart and the townspeople. Bart counters by uniting the diverse communities of Rock Ridge to stand together.

To mislead the villainous army, Bart and the townsfolk construct a perfect replica of Rock Ridge. Realizing they need to go further, Bart instructs everyone to create duplicate versions of themselves to fill the decoy town.

As further preparation, Bart, Jim, and Mongo build the 'Gov. William J. Le Petomane Thruway' with a toll booth, successfully buying time against the impending attack. Their efforts showcase ingenuity and teamwork.

As the villains assault the decoy town filled with dummies rigged with explosives, chaos unfolds. Jim triggers a series of explosions, launching the attackers into disarray and allowing the townsfolk to fight back.

The chaos spills beyond the confines of Rock Ridge, crashing into a film set where a musical number is being filmed. The uproar leads to an epic food fight in the studio cafeteria, showcasing the absurdity of their escape.

In a desperate move, Lamarr seeks refuge at Mann's Chinese Theatre during the premiere of 'Blazing Saddles.' He is spotted by Bart, who confronts him and decisively shoots him in a humorous showdown.

Having completed his mission, Bart tells the townspeople he is moving on as he feels uninspired. He reunites with Jim, who is still enjoying popcorn, and they set off to nowhere special, their journey symbolizing freedom.

Bart and Jim's journey takes them briefly into the desert, where they find a limousine that whisks them away into the sunset. This ending signifies not just a victory for Bart but a hopeful future ahead.