Review of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) by Josh W — 17 Mar 2007

Just to see Phil Slivers and Zero Mostel on screen together is a gem.

This review of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) was written by Josh W on 17 Mar 2007.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum has generally received positive reviews.

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