How old was Mel Brooks in Young Frankenstein?

It's common to wonder how old a celebrity was when they starred in a particular film. It can shift our perspective on their journey and achievements. Let’s take a closer look at that intriguing number.

The age of Mel Brooks while starring in Young Frankenstein was:

47 years old

This is the age we determined through our research and timeline.

The calculation of the shown age took into account the first day of the year in which the movie Young Frankenstein was released:

January 1, 1974

And the date of birth of Mel Brooks:

June 28, 1926

Given the typical time period between the filming and the release date, Mel Brooks could have been a year older or younger than the age shown when some scenes were being filmed.