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A Fish Called Wanda
1988 109 min United Kingdom, United States of America R 16+
★8.3
Comedy, Crime
Director: Charles Crichton, John Cleese
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Description
While a diamond advocate attempts to steal a collection of diamonds, troubles arise when he realises he’s not the only one after the collection.
Budget:
$7.5M
US Gross:
$62.49M
Worldwide:
$188.59M
Starring
John Cleese
Actor
Jamie Lee Curtis
Actor
Kevin Kline
Actor
Awards
BAFTA 1989
— Best Supporting Actor
Academy Awards 1989
— Best Supporting Actor
BAFTA 1989
— Best Actor
BAFTA 1989
— Best Director
BAFTA 1989
— Best Film Editing
Academy Awards 1989
— Best Supporting Actor
Academy Awards 1989
— Best Director
Golden Globe 1989
— Best Picture (Comedy or Musical)
BAFTA 1989
— Best Supporting Actress
Golden Globe 1989
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Golden Globe 1989
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
BAFTA 1989
— Best Picture
Academy Awards 1989
— Best Original Screenplay
BAFTA 1989
— Best Original Screenplay
Key opinion
A Fish Called Wanda is widely considered a classic of the crime-comedy genre, praised for its clever script and the perfect synergy between its British and American cast. While most viewers laud its sharp humor and enduring quality, a minority find its appeal fading over time or view it as a standard heist film.
| Acting | Kevin Kline delivers an iconic, Oscar-winning comedic performance that dominates the film's energy. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is celebrated for its tight, witty dialogue and a masterful ability to escalate absurd situations. | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast, featuring a blend of Monty Python veterans and American stars, demonstrates exceptional chemistry. | |
| Originality | The film is a hallmark of British comedy that successfully avoids relying on tired, low-brow clichés. | |
| Originality | While many view the film as an ageless, repeatable masterpiece, some critics argue that the humor feels dated or less engaging upon subsequent viewings. |