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Mel Brooks Is Back! 'History of the World Part 2' Cast, Release Date, Trailer and More Details

Find out what familiar funny folks are joining him for the long-awaited sequel series to his seminal hit.

Author:
Michael Patrick
Mar 6, 2023

History of the World Part 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to the Mel Brooks classic History of the World Part I, is finally here!

The original History of the World Part I, released in 1981, is a Brooks fan favorite, covered everything from the French Revolution to cavemen, the Last Supper, Moses receiving the 15 10 commandments, the Spanish Inquisition and more.

History of the World Part II will feature events including the Civil War, the building of the pyramids, the Russian Revolution, the Underground Railroad and more.

When is the History of the World Part 2 release date?

History of the World Part II premieres its first episode on March 6, 2023. Two episodes will each drop over the course of four days.

How many episodes is History of the World Part 2?

History of the World Part II will have eight episodes released over the span of four nights.

Who is in the History of the World Part 2 cast?

The History of the World Part II cast is, in a word, huge, and most cast members will play multiple roles in the variety-style series. The main cast who also serve as writers are:

Mel Brooks

Mel Brooks created and starred in History of the World Part I and will, naturally, be back for the sequel. At 96 years old and counting, he's still got it.

Ike Barinholtz

Ike Barinholtz is a writer and star of History of the World Part II. His previous writing credits include The Mindy Project, Central Intelligence, Chicago Party Aunt and MAD TV, among others. As an actor, he's appeared in everything from Suicide Squad to The Mindy Project, Neighbors, Sisters, The Hunt, The Disaster Artist and more.

Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes is a comic genius who stars in and co-writes History of the World Part II. She has numerous standup specials, TV shows and seemingly endless voice-acting credits to her name.

Nick Kroll

Nick Kroll will write and appear in History of the World Part II. Obviously famous for The Kroll Show, his other credits include his work with John Mulaney in Oh, Hello; as well as The League, What We Do In the Shadows, Big Mouth, Parks and Recreation and many more.

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Among the other slew of stars appearing in History of the World Part II are:

Pamela Adlon

Pamela Adlon is famous for Better Things and voicing Bobby Hill on King of the Hill.

Tim Baltz

Tim Baltz was a "citizen journalist" on The Opposition With Jordan Klepper and is currently a star of The Righteous Gemstones, where he plays BJ.

Zazie Beetz

Zazie Beetz is an Atlanta alum who's had star turns in Deadpool 2, Joker and Bullet Train. She is also rumored to be appearing in Joker: Folie à Deux.

Jillian Bell

Comedy queen Jillian Bell has starred in 22 Jump Street, Brittany Runs a Marathon and Godmothered, to name a few.

Quinta Brunson

Quinta Brunson is the Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning creator and star of Abbott Elementary, which was renewed for a third season.

Dove Cameron

Disney star Dove Cameron continues her breakout year with her role in History of the World Part II. She's recently appeared in Vengeance.

D’Arcy Carden

The Good Place star D'Arcy Carden will appear in History of the World Part II.

Ronny Chieng

Ronny Chieng most recently appeared in M3gan. He's an alum of The Daily Show and appeared in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, as well as Crazy Rich Asians and several comedy specials.

Rob Corddry

The Daily Show alum Rob Corddry has acted steadily for over a decade, with notable roles in Ballers, Hot Tub Time Machine and Hot Tub Time Machine 2, among others.

Danny DeVito

Danny DeVito needs no introduction.

David Duchovny

David Duchovny shows his comedic chops in History of the World Part II. Though best known as Fox Mulder from The X Files, he's shown a tremendous sense of humor in his own writing, especially the book Holy Cow.