1978's The Rutles is a must see film. The mockumentary/parody of The Beatles brings together two comedic giants, Monty Python & Saturday Night Live.
Without The Rutles there would be no Spinal Tap.
It's also in my opinion the best & most successful Beatles spoof. The "Homer's Barbershop Quartet" episode of THE SIMPSONS doesn't compare. George Harrison was even involved in The Rutles and even makes a wry cameo in the film.
According to the Rutles entry on Wikipedia, John Lennon was even said to have loved the film so much he refused to return the videotape and sountrack that he was given for his approval.
If you like The Beatles, you will like it. If you like Monty Python you will like it. If you like Saturday Night Live you will like it.
But don't take my word for it watch it for yourself right here:
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