The MAD World of Harvey Kurztman

The MAD World of Harvey Kurztman

The creator of MAD changes comics, satire and culture forever.

2026 · 92 min · Documentary, War

Bursting from the immigrant streets of 1920s Brooklyn, Harvey Kurtzman ignited a creative revolution reshaping comics, satire, and popular culture. Through rare archives, unseen interviews, handcrafted animation, and an original jazz score, this documentary reveals the man who created MAD Magazine and helped redefine American humour and visual storytelling forever.

Directed by Bart Simpson · Written by Bart Simpson

In theaters Aug 16, 2026

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