Here are 26 allegedly-interesting facts about the movie, The Princess Bride…and indeed, some of them are. I find it interesting that everyone on the film seems to think Billy Crystal was so hilarious because I think he's the weakest thing in the movie…and I usually like Billy Crystal. I just think he doesn't come off as an ancient wizard. I think he comes off as Billy Crystal in obvious makeup. Every time I see it, I can't help but think who I would cast in that role: Carl Ballantine. He wouldn't have needed much makeup, he really was Miracle Max, and he was one of the funniest people who ever lived.