Bean

Bean

Year: 1997

Runtime: 90 min

Language: English

Director: Mel Smith

ComedyFamily

In this sidesplitting comedy, beloved buffoon Mr. Bean trades in his London streets for the sun-kissed hills of California, where he's mistaken for an art connoisseur and tasked with escorting Whistler's iconic masterpiece to its new home. Chaos ensues as the hapless hero navigates a world of high art and high expectations, all while keeping his true identity as a lovable but dim-witted museum guard under wraps.

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Timeline – Bean (1997)
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1

Mr. Bean Faces Job Loss

Mr. Bean, the quirky caretaker at the British National Gallery, is on the brink of losing his job due to his unprofessional behavior. Instead of firing him, the board decides to send him to Los Angeles to represent the gallery.

British National Gallery, London
2

Travel to Los Angeles

Mr. Bean embarks on his journey to Los Angeles for an important conference concerning the acquisition of the painting 'Whistler's Mother'. His arrival is marked by chaotic events as he inadvertently causes a terrorist alert at LAX with a trick involving a toy gun.

LAX, Los Angeles
3

Invitation to Stay

Curator David Langley, feeling sympathetic towards Mr. Bean, invites him to stay with his family. This act of kindness quickly leads to frustration within David's household, particularly from his wife, Alison, who sees Mr. Bean as a disruptive presence.

David Langley's home, Los Angeles
4

Culinary Catastrophe

During a dinner hosted for the museum director, Mr. Bean's cooking goes horribly wrong when he mistakenly destroys a turkey in the microwave. This incident further alienates Alison and prompts her to take the children and leave the house.

David Langley's home, Los Angeles
5

Chaos at the Amusement Park

In an outing to an amusement park, Mr. Bean's mismanagement of a ride leads to his arrest. This chaotic event escalates the tension as it demonstrates his lack of responsibility and further complicates David's life.

Amusement Park, Los Angeles
6

Painting Mishap

With the unveiling of 'Whistler's Mother' approaching, Mr. Bean accidentally causes an ink stain on the valuable painting. In a clumsy attempt to clean it up, he mistakenly erases Whistler's mother’s face using spandex, leading to a desperate situation.

British National Gallery, Los Angeles
7

Desperate Measures

In panic over the damaged painting, David hides it behind a security door meant for the upcoming unveiling. This act of deception sets high stakes for the event, creating tension for both David and Mr. Bean.

British National Gallery, Los Angeles
8

Unexpected Reunion

After a long night of drinking, David discovers that Alison has returned home. Unfortunately, their relationship remains strained as she decides to leave again due to emotional turmoil over David's state.

David Langley's home, Los Angeles
9

Late Night Break-In

Feeling guilty for the mess he made, Mr. Bean breaks into the gallery to replace the damaged painting with a cleverly decorated poster. This desperate act signifies his attempt to redeem himself before the unveiling.

British National Gallery, Los Angeles
10

Surprising Success

During the unveiling event, Mr. Bean delivers an unpretentious yet inspiring speech that unexpectedly resonates with the audience. This moment marks a turning point in his journey, earning him a degree of respect and admiration.

British National Gallery, Los Angeles
11

Emergency Hospital Trip

Hearing that David's daughter was in a motorcycle accident, Mr. Bean rushes to the hospital where he is mistakenly taken for a doctor. In a remarkable turn of events, he helps save a wounded officer and revives David's daughter from her coma.

Hospital, Los Angeles
12

Building Friendship

In gratitude for his heroics, Alison allows Mr. Bean to stay an extra week with the family. This duration fosters an unlikely yet heartwarming friendship between Mr. Bean and the Langley family.

David Langley's home, Los Angeles
13

Return to London

As the story wraps up, Mr. Bean returns to London after building bonds with the Langleys. His departure signifies a new chapter, reflecting on the relationships and experiences he gained during his time in Los Angeles.

London
14

A Cherished Memory

Upon arriving home, Mr. Bean discovers that the original defaced painting has found its way into his bedroom. This unexpected turn of fate links him to his adventures in Los Angeles and serves as a token of his journey.

Mr. Bean's home, London

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