This song plays in my head every time I hear a politician speak.

@KidMutantstarr

3 жыл бұрын

Every. Damn.Time.

@coffe4meplz

3 жыл бұрын

Same lmfao

@ccsfreak22

3 жыл бұрын

Yaaaas!!!

@Foxmagik

3 жыл бұрын

This is literally the anthem of politicians.

@richardboulais257

3 жыл бұрын

Me too especially the last four years

Not many actors have stolen an entire movie with just one scene like Charles Durning did.

@konaken1035

2 жыл бұрын

Burt bustin Dom Delouise balls is pretty good too.. have to watch the movie, it's been 30 years since i watched it.

@wateringthefate3890

2 жыл бұрын

Hmm wonder if Biden did this song alot back in his younger days.

@Filbi

2 жыл бұрын

@@wateringthefate3890 He doesn't wear a hat as well as Charles Durning tho

@richierich4768

2 жыл бұрын

So true! 😅😅😅

@seanhickson3098

2 жыл бұрын

That's right

Most accurate political song I’ve ever heard

@jeanthree

4 жыл бұрын

Its a song Elizabeth Warren sings when it comes Medicare for all

@jockoadams3377

4 жыл бұрын

​@@jeanthree Nope. Warren just sucks. Charles Durning's "Governor" is actually a skilled politician.

@Quartzquiz333

4 жыл бұрын

We can agree on one thing: The song works for politicians on BOTH sides of the aisle!

@TheLittlered1961

4 жыл бұрын

@@Quartzquiz333 I can agree to an extent. It seems today the demonrats appear to have the larger Pinocchio noses. I say this because I been watching to many house and senate hearings.

@TheLittlered1961

4 жыл бұрын

I so agree. I just responded to a post citing this very song.

Guy: What the hell did he say? Girl: Same as usual not a damn thing.. This gets me chuckled every time.

@TabooX1984

4 жыл бұрын

Regarding 3:32 It's a possible "Maybe" 😄

@gabrielledormuth4634

4 жыл бұрын

Perfect song for a politician lol

@williamgrimsey4275

3 жыл бұрын

I hear him, he just ain't coming in

@johnnyketchum7492

3 жыл бұрын

Is that a yes or no? It's a possible maybe. Classic!

@4kidties

4 ай бұрын

Me too!

I can never enter the Capitol Building in Austin without having the almost overwhelming desire to recreate this number. An iconic piece, a great talent, and a lifetime of memories.

@johnbellocchio66

5 ай бұрын

Since Greg Abbott can't, you might as well...

@billolsen4360

5 ай бұрын

Amazing that the movie company was allowed to film right inside their Capitol!

I love that he always puts his hat on sideways, but turns abruptly enough that the hat gets straightened out.

@potblack6043

Жыл бұрын

Never noticed until now. 👍

@horacecomegna335

Жыл бұрын

@@potblack6043I can almost guarantee you that Dom suggested that move to him! 🤣🤣🤣

@KS0102

Жыл бұрын

It totally cracks me up!!! 😂😅😅🤣🤣🤣

@suckonmybigfatass

6 ай бұрын

I was gonna say the same thing

@ravenhull

6 ай бұрын

As a teen in the 80s, I tried to master that move. Unfortunately a straw hat didn’t have the weight to do it properly. ;)

The most memorable, iconic, and funny scene. Charles Durning made this epic.

@mcgannahanskyjellyfetti6854

3 жыл бұрын

He reminded me of Jackie Gleason... ~RIP Charles Durning~

@nowthatsjustducky

2 жыл бұрын

This would have made a great role for Stubby Kaye as well.

You can tell that Charles Durning is having an absolute ball with this scene.

@philipbarrett3151

5 жыл бұрын

I think everyone in this movie thoroughly enjoyed themselves!

@preflex3502

5 жыл бұрын

He really makes it look like it's not a lot of tedious, hard work.

@marcopl17

5 жыл бұрын

Haha. That was Soo good! I love that scene

@4kidties

4 жыл бұрын

HOPE he got a good award for it. What did he die of ! :(

@thebluemorpho6640

4 жыл бұрын

@@4kidties He was nominated for Best Supporting Oscar, but didn't win. He died of natural causes at age 89.

Charles Durning is so light on his feet for being a big man and not a bad dancer. I love the side step wiggle he does.

@philipmancera5796

4 жыл бұрын

What a professional. Maybe every morning he took a rare fountain of youth formula.😎

@lukedavis307

4 жыл бұрын

His figure is plump, his feet almost comically small. He does not look like he should be able to dance like that. What a showstopper !

@auntiem873

4 жыл бұрын

I believe he started out as a song and dance man on stage. Then he got into TV and Movies. That’s when he started to gain weight cause he looked better playing bad guy characters. With his weight also came an authoritarian look.

@IlaughedIcried

3 жыл бұрын

@@auntiem873 I was just going to comment, he started out in stage acting and musical theatre - he's a great musical theatre performer!

@auntiem873

3 жыл бұрын

IlaughedIcried - I never saw him or a video of him on stage. I’ve just seen his TV/Film work. He stands out, just standing in the background. I think this was the first time I saw him in a light hearted musical and I think he had the best part because he did this so well.

The Hat Exit Is Priceless .

@user-zr9bw1xb7d

4 ай бұрын

😊🇺🇲🇮🇪

If I recall, none of the casting nor directors had any idea he could do this and he insisted he was made for this part. They had no idea he could sing or dance and ended up having the most memorable role in this awesome film.

@headofcosmospictures1232

2 жыл бұрын

I think they originally wanted to cast Mickey Rooney in this role but Burt Reynolds suggested Charles Durning

@cammy85

2 жыл бұрын

I only really know Charles Durning from The Muppet Movie, and he definitely had the chops and movies!! I only just found out he voiced Peter's dad in Family Guy.

@lordgarion514

2 жыл бұрын

No clue about his singing, but he was a dance instructor way back. He was a hell of a man all around. Only surviving member of his unit in WW2 invasion at Omaha beach. He was wounded in the legs, hand, and head. 3 Purple Hearts AND a Silver Star. Took him almost half a year to recover. He recovered just in time for the Battle of the Bulge.....

@olddirtypelican

Жыл бұрын

@@lordgarion514 What a man

@horacecomegna335

Жыл бұрын

Damn, he was an American hero/actor!

Watching this maybe 10 times now, this has got to be one of the most cartoonish, fun and amazing scenes in film history. Every move Durning made was just timed perfectly, and even the last second where he looks back. Just amazing.

@gxl5892

2 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%, watched this about 100 times.

And the hat trick never gets old.

"There seem to be some acoustics problems in here" is just such great "I don't care" line

I am 25 ... I first saw this movie with my grandparents when I was 6 or 7 .... and I have had this song stuck in my head for 18 years. ICONIC.

@katemaloney4296

Жыл бұрын

I've had it stuck in my head for 39 years. I tape recorded all of the songs from the TV and played them over and over. Still love this song.

@moodymoosecannon4986

Жыл бұрын

It’s been stuck in my head for years as well lol

I had the honor of sharing a scene with Mr. Durning in a movie and he was the most gracious, person I have ever met. He made my bumbling attempt at acting look smooth as aged bourbon! I learned so much in so little time. I have a picture of the two of us that I wanted him to sign. He tooo it and said, "Of course." After taking a look at it he asked, "Which one is me?" An absolute "card" at all times. He is missed.

@coldwinter5710

4 жыл бұрын

What an incredible memory! I don't think there's a single person out there who didn't enjoy working with Charlie, as his friends called him.

@IlaughedIcried

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, that's so awesome! I love him in BLWIT, but I think I might love him even MORE in Tootsie. Even in a supporting role, he is HILARIOUS.

@PatrolOfficer161

3 жыл бұрын

@@IlaughedIcried Check him out in his Emmy nominated role on NCIS Season 2, "Call to Silence". It is stunning!

@docmalthus

3 жыл бұрын

@@PatrolOfficer161 I hope you have seen him in Twilight's Last Gleaming, directed by his good friend Robert Aldrich. He played the U.S. President, and said it was his favorite role.

@PatrolOfficer161

3 жыл бұрын

@@docmalthus I'll look into it. I love political thrillers and was unaware of that. Thanx. Let me return the favor, "Seven Days in May"!

Charles Durning was perfect for this number.

Watched the movie today and then had to look this up to watch this scene again! I love the little shimmy on the “ooh” and the way he pops on the hat and then turns into it. Great fun!

@GopherBaroque61

4 жыл бұрын

1:51

@IlaughedIcried

3 жыл бұрын

The hat turn is my #1 favorite moment!!!

@nowthatsjustducky

2 жыл бұрын

@@IlaughedIcried For me it was his teleporting ability.

this one little song and dance got him an Oscar nomination. loved Durning.

I dont know what it is about this song/dance but it just makes me so un reasonably happy

@TudorQueen

3 жыл бұрын

I think it's because Durning was having the time of his life performing it.

What was required - adequate. What was given - legendary

Charles Durning was a U. S. Army Ranger at Normandy earning a Silver Star and awarded the Purple Heart.

@jpx8793

4 жыл бұрын

That's correct, Mr. Healey. Incredible man.

@kevinhealey6540

4 жыл бұрын

@@jpx8793 Thanks, it's fine people like yourself that make this country great.

@kevinhealey6540

3 жыл бұрын

@Liam Berg (STUDENT) Wiki

@kevinhealey6540

3 жыл бұрын

@Liam Berg (STUDENT) wiki

@MarquesLKing

3 жыл бұрын

Really? Well goodness isn't he multi-talented

"Ms. Monna I don't know her but I've heard the name Oh Yeah!" LOL!!! That's priceless!

@user-zr9bw1xb7d

4 ай бұрын

😮ok

I was there during the making of these scenes. My parents were extras next to Dom De Luise. Capitol scene was shot at night around 2 a.m. cold and rainy October 1980.

@ladyhock1954

4 жыл бұрын

How Cool is this! Loved all of them!

@coldwinter5710

4 жыл бұрын

What fun memories! Lucky you!

@audreycampbell9483

4 жыл бұрын

How fun!!!

@ssjwes

3 жыл бұрын

I was 3 months old then.

@ditzygypsy

3 жыл бұрын

That’s so cool!

I LOVE the way he says "I will keep a watch-ful eye upon Y'all..." 🤣

Not ashamed to say I must have watched this scene about a hundred times at this point. So fun!

He got an Oscar nomination for this role. :-)

@stephNnel

4 жыл бұрын

Who beat him for the Oscar? He deserved it.

@thebluemorpho6640

4 жыл бұрын

@@stephNnel Louis Gossett Jr. in "An Officer and a Gentleman."

@philipmancera5796

4 жыл бұрын

@The Blue Morpho Now, That! Is not Fake news.😏

@coolskater187

3 жыл бұрын

Deservedley so

Fantastic scene. The power of musicals. We need more movies like this especially during our current times.

@sueouzounis9439

11 ай бұрын

Miss musicals. you could forget everything, sit back & relax

@virginiashirley4139

8 ай бұрын

Yes please!

"I hear him talkin', but he don't come in." 😆

Every time I watch the episode of NCIS where he plays a CMH recipient with Alzheimer's it brings a tear to my eye. He was also a WWII vet, and participated in the Normandy invasion. He was awarded the Silver and Bronze star for his military service.

@patrickmanway290

3 жыл бұрын

As a Muppet fan, I'll always remember him as Doc Hopper in The Muppet Movie.

@Hoodat_Whatzit

2 жыл бұрын

One of the best episodes of NCIS ever! He was amazing in the episode.

@jimsteele9975

2 жыл бұрын

You should watch the episode of Burt's "Evening Shade" where he does a nude scene....standing next to a nude Burt Reynolds!.....now that took courage!

@katemaloney4296

Жыл бұрын

And he also succumbed to Alzheimer's. May he rest in peace.

@jimclark6256

Жыл бұрын

As well as 3 purple hearts.

"I hear him talking, but he don't come in" This video is classic and Durning is perfect for this. Thank you for bringing us laughs.

Best part of the whole darn movie.

220% better than any actual politician.

@heatherporterfield7343

Жыл бұрын

SO TRUE !!!!!!!!! And he can sing !!!

I'm so used to Charles Durning being in serious movies like "When a Stranger Calls." It's awesome seeing him sing and having fun with a comedic role!!!

@urbanwarrior3470

3 жыл бұрын

serious roles? He did them all. You ever see the Muppet Movie...?

@TheIndependentLens

3 жыл бұрын

@@urbanwarrior3470 Baby, get off yourself. Yes, I've seen that, but I'm used to him in serious roles. Got it? Thanks!

@urbanwarrior3470

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheIndependentLens ok - calm down, dear. I didn't mean anything by my comment. Enjoy them all. Peace!

@matthew8153

3 жыл бұрын

His best comedic role was playing Colonel Airhardt in Mel Brooks to be or not to be.

@urbanwarrior3470

3 жыл бұрын

@@matthew8153 hard to say. He was brilliant as Doc Hopper in the Muppet movie, and in Whorehouse

To whoever the producers of this musical dance and singing, you did one hell of a job and leaves me laughing and smiling every time I view it.

This clip always puts a smile on my face.

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who loves the hat gag

Charles Durning ..... a genuine Hero! ..... and truly missed .... R.I.P. sir!

@horacecomegna335

Жыл бұрын

😢😢

@horacecomegna335

Жыл бұрын

😥😥😥

Can' t you imagine Mitch McConnell dancing around his living room singing this song, hat and all?

@GarMarVan

3 жыл бұрын

Mitch McConnell wishes he had the rhythm and talent of Charles Durning.

@user-gy9iw6id1n

2 жыл бұрын

He's not the only one!

@johnbellocchio66

5 ай бұрын

If Mitch tried to be this relaxed he'd have a hemorrhage lol

Bravo to Durning for hoofing it like a much younger, thinner performer- and in cowboy boots, no less. He's the only thing I even remember about that movie.

This is one of my most favorite movie scenes ever! Pure genius.

@horacecomegna335

Жыл бұрын

Next to Robert Preston doing the TROUBLE scene in The Music Man, this is my second favorite musical scene.

There is no doubt that Charles Durning had the greatest song and dance number in this whole movie.

I hope Charles Durning knew how much of a treasure his number was.

Watched this movie with my mom for the first time ever tonight. We both love Dolly Parton, but this was my favorite performance in the whole thing.

When of the best numbers in modern musical history (in my opinion).

For a big guy he was always very light on his feet.

@matthew8153

4 жыл бұрын

Sheila Blische Well you heard him: he likes to dance a little sidestep lol

@samanthab1923

3 жыл бұрын

Robert Lavelle Jackie was always dancing, & away we go! Married a June Taylor Dancer 💃

the "hat trick" kills me another political visual gag.

@jeremytewari3346

3 жыл бұрын

@Liam Berg (STUDENT) Suffer in your ignorance

@maxinamillion0793

3 жыл бұрын

@Liam Berg (STUDENT) I’m not very sure but he may be referring to how he will set the hat sideways and when he continues walking it falls fit on his head

That's me to the lower left holding rolls of maps at 3:30±. I'm in a few other shots, but friends I didn't tell about being in the movie recognized me from this shot.

@jerrykrautenstaben6584

4 жыл бұрын

Very cool.

@theatrekidwithinternetacce704

3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thats really cool!!

@ditzygypsy

3 жыл бұрын

I see you! Very cool!

@jenn976

2 ай бұрын

You were so lucky!

I was today years old when I learned that this role was played by the same actor who portrayed Pappy O'Daniel in O Brother Where Art Thou.

This should be called the D.C. Sidestep as most of our politicians seem to be pros in this dance!

@justinschmitz8034

4 жыл бұрын

There is it's called the Potomac Two Step

FYI: Durning was among those soldiers who landed in Normandy on D Day. I was amazed how good of a dancer and singer he was in this movie.

@matthew8153

3 жыл бұрын

You should see him in Mel Brooks To Be or Not to Be.

As a kid I never got this song. Now I know this is one of the most honest songs in the history of music.

My dad passed in 1992 and he absolutely loved this song R.I.P RICHARD EUGENE CRENSHAW

I think this is one of the best performances of the whole movie

Absolutely one of the best scenes ever in any movie 😎🦅🇺🇸👍👍👍

Never gets old.

Amazing talent. He was actually from New York born to Irish Immigrant father. He was more importantly a War Hero.

@liamryan3419

4 жыл бұрын

Great on NCIS

@mikeking7470

4 жыл бұрын

D Day, Normandy, three Purple Hearts, Silver Star (the one they don't give for participation).

@shawnmichaelduncan5951

4 жыл бұрын

He landed at Normandy.

@jjmac3561

3 жыл бұрын

@@shawnmichaelduncan5951 Just a few feet away from Burt Reynolds father.

@Maples01

Жыл бұрын

@@jjmac3561 Saw him on Burts show where he talked with actors, Burt told him he inspired him, then he talked about how his father was behind Durning at the theater before their D-day landing

Can't help but sing along when this song comes on the show....love it

That hat move!

I saw this movie when it first came out. And Charles Durning was on Fire. He sings , and dances with style and class. And he Enjoys every moment of his song. Today politicians can look but not come close to energy he gives to the audience. THANK YOU for making me laugh everytime a governor , mayor, or president gives a speech but, doesn't tell what they plan on doing Charles Durning is forever in our hearts. I loved him in Home for the Holidays too. 😊👍👍 Sincerely Andrea 😎👍🌹

I'm in rehab doing physical therapy they were telling me to do a sidestep I started singing the girl looked at me like i had 10 heads

The sad part about this is that this is EXACTLY the way most Politicians are today!

@nervouschimera9670

5 жыл бұрын

Erik G. But can they dance?!

@trisha4537

5 жыл бұрын

Nervous Chimera sadly no otherwise it would be more entertaining and less upsetting

@docwally1

5 жыл бұрын

They are EXACTLY like this!

@michelewalburn4376

4 жыл бұрын

They've always been this way

@hoskinmage

4 жыл бұрын

@@michelewalburn4376 ,,have you been listening to all the promises that the demonrats are saying? They promas everything from soup to hay and IF they get elected nine times out of ten they will forget what they say or the blame it not passing on the other side. Heres some friendly advice from a no body from eastern Kentucky, just look at what they have done and how they acted and figure out what kind of a person they are. Cause if you look deep enough you will figure it out. It doesnt matter which side you are left or right and take a good look and see which person lies the less and doesnt make promises that you know they cant keep.

He sure played a wide range of roles. And was just as good in "Oh Brother Where Art Thou?"

@alexandermarquardt597

4 жыл бұрын

Now that you made that connection...its kinda hard not to think the Coen Brothers didnt know this scene.

@terrydaniels4051

3 жыл бұрын

Larry Baxter another great movie!!

@pheobefink2664

Жыл бұрын

Saw him also in "fugetabout", " man with one red shoe" and the "golden boys". He was spot on good in anything. Thanks for all information I've learned here.

This is a full mood

I just want you to think about something -- Charles was 58 when this was filmed (filmed in 81, came out in 82) he was drafted at age 20 and participated in the Normandy invasion... He was overweight during this filming but danced like this! God love him! I am not yet 56 and I can't even walk without pain! :P

I did sung this song and did the dance one night in the hood drunk as hell and evrybody was cracking up then I showed this clip to them....great nite

@latonyamsummers1

2 жыл бұрын

Would have loved to see it. I would have joined you

The hat placement cracks me up!

What a fine actor! Can see this scene again and again.

Friend:hey, you wanna hang out? Me:

I tried that hat move and got a neck spasm. Still worth it.

@matthew8153

3 жыл бұрын

You probably turned the hat too far, or used one that was too course

Brilliant performance. "Behooves me", cracked me up.

Charles Durning should have gotten An Oscar for that performance! Also, he should have gotten A Grammy.

@reservoirdude92

10 ай бұрын

3 years later, I agree totally!

@219SandPond

10 ай бұрын

@@reservoirdude92 Wherever I hear politicians speak , I think of Charles Durning and that song.

It's a possible maybe. Love that line.

As a 25 year old watching this movie, I never thought this song would be a bop, omg.

Well 1982 & it's relevant in 2023! Love Charles Durning dancing. R I.P. sir

I believe he got an Oscar nomination for this roll 👍

Brilliant! Charles Durning was nominated for best supporting actor Oscar for this performance.

Love the thing he does with the cowboy hat on his head.

I never get tired of this scene. I think this scene is one of the best descriptions of politicians I have ever seen.

Totally robbed of the Best Supporting Oscar he so wholeheartedly deserved!

This and the scene with Burt Reynolds character wearing the Japanese slingshot underwear is what made me laugh most as a kid watching this.

@cripplious

5 жыл бұрын

As a kid i liked the aggie song

@leonardhughes4521

5 жыл бұрын

Deluise is annoying in this picture he's had better roles.

@thebluemorpho6640

4 жыл бұрын

@@leonardhughes4521 Well Dom doesn't play the baddie very often. It doesn't suit him.

@horacecomegna335

Жыл бұрын

@@thebluemorpho6640I guarantee you that Dom told Durning to flip his hat around sideways and slip back into it in that right face military move! 🤣🤣🤣

Talented, hilarious and such a good natured fellow

Charles Durning did though guys roles in the 70's. This was outstanding. I also remember that scene in Oh Brother Where Are Thou, when he steps into the stage giving funny jumps. He was much older, but still a scene stealer

This is an Oscar nominated performance right here. As a Texas resident, I’d vote for him for governor.

This still is relevant for politicians today.

This should be played over any political debates anytime... or at least the opening music number... or closing... or both...

This is a fantastic number. I was too young to watch it when it was released. I am.40 yrs too late to see this gem.

Excellent actor!

Charles Durning was not a spring chicken when he did this. A lot of energy in that man

This is my favorite scene in this movie. RIP Charles Durning.

I remember this. It was my favorite part of the movie!

Whenever i'm down, i put this on. Charles Durning dancing just puts a smile on my face...

I guess he worked as a dancing teacher before he became a top actor. You can see the grace in the man. Amazing life story.

@mohammedashian8094

5 ай бұрын

You are correct he was a professional ballroom dancer and he taught at Fred Astaire’s dance studio and the funny thing is the filmmakers actually did NOT know that he can dance like that

CD was a treasure

The best tonic for those of us in quarantine is a daily dose of Durning.

I love watching Charles Durning having so much fun lampooning politicians. A brilliant performance.

I just watched this for the first time! My favorite part!!

@thebluemorpho6640

4 жыл бұрын

I'm so jealous! I wish I could watch it for the first time again. :-)

Imagine in real-life you speak to somebody and they respond by singing and dancing.

Charles Durning has the slickest moves.

This is the 1982 version of today's "We'll Circle Back" 🤣🤣