A Fish Called Wanda

A Fish Called Wanda

Year: 1988

Runtime: 108 min

Language: English

Director: Charles Crichton

ComedyCrime

A group of criminals find themselves at odds after a diamond heist gone wrong. A seductive con artist pursues a prim and proper lawyer, complicating the already chaotic situation. Meanwhile, another accomplice becomes fixated on eliminating a bothersome witness who threatens to expose their scheme. Tensions rise and hilarious mishaps ensue as the thieves struggle to keep their plans from unraveling.

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1

George and Ken Plan the Heist

London-based gangster George Thomason devises an elaborate plan for a jewel heist with the help of his right-hand man, Ken Pile. Ken, who loves animals and struggles with a stutter, is eager to assist George in this ambitious endeavor.

London
2

Enlisting Wanda and Otto

To execute the heist, George and Ken bring in two Americans, Wanda Gershwitz and Otto West. Despite their facade of being siblings, it becomes apparent that Wanda and Otto have a romantic relationship, which adds tension and complexity to their partnership.

3

The Successful Heist

The jewel heist proceeds smoothly, and the gang successfully escapes with a large haul of diamonds. They decide to hide the stolen gems for safekeeping, unwittingly setting off a chain of betrayals and comedic situations.

4

Betrayal and Arrest

Wanda and Otto plot to betray George, which leads to his arrest. Their plan solidifies as they aim to claim the hidden diamonds for themselves, but they soon discover George's cunning move to secure the loot.

5

Discovering the Diamonds' Location

Wanda learns that Ken has hidden the diamonds in his fish tank instead of a safe deposit box. Seizing the opportunity, Wanda takes advantage of her charm to stealthily steal the gems hidden within her locket.

6

Wanda's Seduction of Archie

To discover the location of the safe deposit box, Wanda focuses her attention on George's barrister, Archie Leach. Despite being unhappily married, Archie becomes infatuated with Wanda, leading to secret meetings that complicate their lives.

7

The Locket Mishap

Wanda accidentally leaves her locket at Archie’s home, which his wife Wendy mistakes for a gift. This misunderstanding sets off a comedic chase, with Archie desperate to retrieve the locket as Otto grows increasingly jealous.

8

Ken's Failed Task

George orders Ken to eliminate the elderly eyewitness, Mrs. Eileen Coady. However, Ken's attempts at this grim task lead to unintended consequences, including the accidental deaths of her small dogs and ultimately causing Mrs. Coady to suffer a heart attack.

9

Otto's Desperate Measures

With no eyewitnesses left, George's release seems imminent, but Otto has a different plan. Seeking the location of the diamonds, he turns to unusual and intense interrogation methods with Ken, escalating the tension further.

10

Wanda's Testimony

During George's trial, Wanda surprises everyone by providing testimony that further implicates him in the heist. This betrayal leaves Archie in shock, prompting him to rethink his decisions and ultimately team up with Wanda.

11

The Race for the Diamonds

As chaos ensues, Wanda and Archie rush to Ken's flat to find the hidden diamonds. Their plans lead to a series of comical errors, with Wanda and Otto unintentionally ensnaring each other in their convoluted schemes.

12

Showdown at Heathrow

The story culminates at Heathrow Airport, where Otto's quest for revenge and the stolen diamonds leads to a dramatic confrontation on the tarmac. Ken, seeking justice for his fish, dramatically appears on a steamroller.

Heathrow Airport
13

Ken's Hilarious Revenge

In a twist of fate, Ken accidentally runs over Otto with the steamroller, entangling him in wet concrete. This ludicrous moment adds a comedic finish to the chaotic series of events surrounding the heist.

14

Epilogue: New Beginnings

The conclusion reveals that Archie and Wanda have found happiness together in Rio, where they raise a large family. Meanwhile, Ken carves out a niche at SeaWorld, and Otto finds himself in a surprising new role as the Minister of Justice for South Africa.

Rio

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 15:16

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