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Bean

  • 19971997
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
104K
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Rowan Atkinson in Bean (1997)
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The bumbling Mr. Bean travels to America when he is given the responsibility of bringing a highly valuable painting to a Los Angeles museum.The bumbling Mr. Bean travels to America when he is given the responsibility of bringing a highly valuable painting to a Los Angeles museum.The bumbling Mr. Bean travels to America when he is given the responsibility of bringing a highly valuable painting to a Los Angeles museum.

IMDb RATING
6.5/10
104K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Mel Smith
  • Writers
    • Rowan Atkinson(character "Mr. Bean")
    • Richard Curtis(character "Mr. Bean")
    • Robin Driscoll
  • Stars
    • Rowan Atkinson
    • Peter MacNicol
    • John Mills
Top credits
  • Director
    • Mel Smith
  • Writers
    • Rowan Atkinson(character "Mr. Bean")
    • Richard Curtis(character "Mr. Bean")
    • Robin Driscoll
  • Stars
    • Rowan Atkinson
    • Peter MacNicol
    • John Mills
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 195User reviews
    • 90Critic reviews
    • 52Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 1 nomination

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    Bean
    Trailer 0:31
    Bean

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    Rowan Atkinson in Bean (1997)
    Rowan Atkinson in Bean (1997)
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    Rowan Atkinson in Bean (1997)
    Rowan Atkinson in Bean (1997)
    Rowan Atkinson in Bean (1997)

    Top cast

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    Rowan Atkinson
    Rowan Atkinson
    • Mr. Beanas Mr. Bean
    Peter MacNicol
    Peter MacNicol
    • David Langleyas David Langley
    John Mills
    John Mills
    • Chairmanas Chairman
    Pamela Reed
    Pamela Reed
    • Alison Langleyas Alison Langley
    Harris Yulin
    Harris Yulin
    • George Griersonas George Grierson
    Burt Reynolds
    Burt Reynolds
    • General Newtonas General Newton
    Larry Drake
    Larry Drake
    • Elmeras Elmer
    Danny Goldring
    Danny Goldring
    • Security Buckas Security Buck
    Johnny Galecki
    Johnny Galecki
    • Stingo Wheelieas Stingo Wheelie
    Chris Ellis
    Chris Ellis
    • Det. Butleras Det. Butler
    Andrew Lawrence
    Andrew Lawrence
    • Kevin Langleyas Kevin Langley
    Peter Egan
    Peter Egan
    • Lord Waltonas Lord Walton
    Peter Capaldi
    Peter Capaldi
    • Garethas Gareth
    June Brown
    June Brown
    • Delilahas Delilah
    Peter James
    • Dr. Rosenblumas Dr. Rosenblum
    Clive Corner
    • Dr. Cutleras Dr. Cutler
    Rob Brownstein
    Rob Brownstein
    • Dick Journoas Dick Journo
    Julia Pearlstein
    • Phyllis Quillas Phyllis Quill
    • Director
      • Mel Smith
    • Writers
      • Rowan Atkinson(character "Mr. Bean")
      • Richard Curtis(character "Mr. Bean")
      • Robin Driscoll
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Bean (Rowan Atkinson) works as a caretaker at Britain's formidable Royal National Gallery, and his bosses want to fire him because he sleeps at work all the time, but can't because the chairman of the gallery's board defends him. They send him to the U.S., to the small Los Angeles art gallery instead, where he'll have to officiate at the opening of the greatest U.S. picture ever (called "Whistler's Mother").
    • california
    • los angeles california
    • 1990s
    • surname as title
    • dysfunctional family
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    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Once in a generation, a motion picture comes along that touches both our hearts and our souls. This is not one of them.
    • Genres
      • Adventure
      • Comedy
      • Family
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG-13 for moments of risque humor
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The producers were initially looking for an unknown actor to play General Newton. But being a fan of Mr. Bean (1990), Burt Reynolds asked for a role, and was then cast to appear as Newton.
    • Goofs
      The real painting of Whistler's mother is bigger than the one used in the film.
    • Quotes

      Mr. Bean: Well, hello. I'm Dr Bean. Apparently. And... and my job is to sit and look at paintings.

      [applause]

      Mr. Bean: Um... so... um... what have I learnt that I can say about this painting? Um... well, firstly, it's quite big, which is excellent. Because if it was really small, you know, microscopic, then hardly anybody would be able to see it, which would be a tremendous shame. Um, secondly... and I'm getting quite near the end now of this analysis of this painting... secondly... why was it worth this man here spending fifty million of your American dollars on this portrait? And the answer is... um... well... this picture is worth such a lot of money because... it's a picture... of Whistler's mother. And, as I've learnt by staying with my best friend, David Langley and his family, families are very important. And even though Mr Whistler was perfectly aware that his mother was a hideous old bat who looked like she had a cactus lodged up her backside, he stuck with her, and even took the time to paint this amazing picture of her. It's not just a painting. It's a picture of a mad old cow who he thought the world of. And that's marvellous. That's what I think.

      [applause]

    • Crazy credits
      After the in-credit Working Title Films logo, Bean appears on the screen and says "Yes, I normally stay to the end as well," followed by some more remarks to the leaving audience.
    • Alternate versions
      Most home video versions include 15 minutes of footage removed from the film.
    • Connections
      Edited into The Paul Behragam Talk Show: "Balto 3" R&T Part 4 (2015)
    • Soundtracks
      Bean Theme (Mad Pianos)
      Written by Howard Goodall

    User reviews195

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Bean
    When they let Bean be Bean, it's entertaining, because Rowan Atkinson is one of those performers that can't NOT be funny, no matter what he's doing. He's always good for a laugh, even if the film isn't so great. Not the ideal vehicle for showcasing his talents, but it has enough funny moments to overcome the weaknesses.
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    • MR_Heraclius
    • Feb 21, 2020

    FAQ11

    • What is Bean about?
    • Where do the songs "Have Fun Go Mad" and "I Love L.A." (OMC cover) appear in the film?
    • Why was Bean arrested at the airport?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 7, 1997 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Bean: The Movie
    • Filming locations
      • Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Polygram Filmed Entertainment
      • Working Title Films
      • Tiger Aspect Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $18,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $45,319,423
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $2,255,233
      • Oct 19, 1997
    • Gross worldwide
      • $251,212,670
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 29 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital

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