Johnny English

Johnny English

Year: 2003

Runtime: 87 min

Language: English

Director: Peter Howitt

ActionAdventureComedy

A hapless spy, Johnny English, must rely on his limited skills and a reluctant partner to stop the villainous Pascal Sauvage from unleashing a devastating weapon. Accompanied by his resourceful sidekick, Bough, he encounters a series of comical mishaps and increasingly complex situations. He eventually joins forces with Interpol agent Lorna Campbell to confront the cunning criminal and prevent global catastrophe.

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1

Whimsical Daydream

The film opens with Johnny English lost in a whimsical fantasy where he imagines himself as 'Agent One.' In this vibrant daydream, he shows off his incompetence by flirting with danger and taking down guards in a comically exaggerated manner.

2

Agent One's Mission

As English's daydream ends, the real Agent One, Greg Wise, relies on him to prepare important mission documents. Unfortunately, Agent One's journey ends tragically when a malfunction during a critical operation leads to his untimely death.

3

Britain's Agents Perish

In a cruel twist of fate, a bomb explodes at Agent One's funeral, eliminating all of Britain's remaining intelligence agents. This leaves Johnny English as the sole survivor, unaware of the deadly plot that has unfolded.

4

The Crown Jewels Investigation

Realizing that Agent One was investigating a theft of the Crown Jewels before his demise, English teams up with his competent assistant, Angus Bough, to delve into the case. Their goal is to solve the mystery surrounding the Crown Jewels and the villain behind it.

5

Encounter with Lorna

During the unveiling ceremony of the restored Crown Jewels, English meets the enigmatic Lorna Campbell, igniting a romantic spark. He is assigned as the head of security, placing him at the center of the unfolding chaos.

6

Chaos at the Unveiling

As the event progresses, a power outage leads to panic, and English mistakenly knocks out the chief of security while battling imagined threats. Struggling to cover his blunders, he becomes entangled in a comical fight against imaginary criminals.

7

Confrontation with Pascal Sauvage

English and Bough's investigation reveals Pascal Sauvage as the mastermind behind the Crown Jewels heist. They aim to alert MI7's head, Pegasus, but are met with skepticism and ridicule about their outlandish claims.

8

Mistaken Identity

In an attempt to infiltrate Sauvage's base, English accidentally takes hostages at the wrong location. His mistake leads to a series of bumbling misadventures, including revealing Sauvage's grand plot to use an impostor to seize power.

9

Allies in Disguise

Realizing that Lorna is an Interpol agent tracking Sauvage, the two team up for a daring mission. They brave the challenges thrown their way, but English's antics land them in trouble more than once.

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10

Infiltration Fail

During their escapade to Sauvage's estate, the pair is captured due to English's blunders. However, timely assistance from Bough allows them to escape just in time for an important coronation event.

11

The Coronation

At the coronation ceremony, English disguises himself as a bishop to confront Sauvage. Chaos ensues as he misinterprets a critical moment, leading to comedic, unintended revelations about his own embarrassing dance moves being broadcast to the public.

12

Climax with Sauvage

In a final showdown, English must secure the crown before Sauvage can claim it. The struggle climaxes with English cleverly managing to thwart Sauvage's plans, ultimately securing his own position in the royal hierarchy.

13

A Moment of Triumph

With Sauvage arrested and the Queen's throne reclaimed, English's antics lead to unexpected rewards. He looks forward to a promised knighthood, celebrating his unorthodox success as a bumbling hero.

14

A Comedic Finale

The film concludes with a charming moment where English accidentally ejects while trying to kiss Lorna, leading to laughter. A cheeky stinger shows the aftermath of their escapades, showcasing the absurdity and light-hearted romance of the story.

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