Mr. Magoo

Mr. Magoo

Year: 1997

Runtime: 87 min

Language: English

Director: Stanley Tong

Budget: $30M

AdventureComedyFamily

The perpetually confused Mr. Magoo finds himself embroiled in a chaotic, globe-trotting adventure. Unbeknownst to him, he’s carrying a priceless gem, which attracts the attention of both government agents and resourceful thieves. Accompanied by his loyal Seeing Eye dog, Magoo's well-intentioned but clumsy actions lead to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and unexpected turns in this charming and lighthearted comedy.

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1

Mr. Magoo at the Gala

Mr. Quincy Magoo attends a lavish gala at a museum, blissfully oblivious to the events unfolding around him. His presence is lighthearted, filled with his usual charm and antics as he mingles with attendees, unaware of the looming heist.

Museum
2

Waldo's Infatuation

During the gala, Magoo's nephew Waldo becomes infatuated with the enchanting Stacey Sampanahoditra. His admiration sets the backdrop for the ensuing chaos at the event, as he tries to get her attention.

Museum
3

The Jewel Heist

The peaceful gala turns into a scene of chaos when jewel thieves Luanne LeSeur and Bob Morgan execute a daring heist. They steal the “Star of Kuristan,” a stunning ruby, before making their escape.

Museum
4

Magoo's Fishing Trip

After the gala, Mr. Magoo and his dog Angus head out for a fishing trip, completely unaware of the chaos that has just unfolded. Their innocent outing soon leads them into the path of the jewel thieves.

Fishing Spot
5

Loss of the Stolen Ruby

During a chaotic confrontation between Luanne and Bob, the stolen ruby accidentally ends up in Mr. Magoo's fishing boat. Ignorant of the theft, Magoo continues his trip while the thieves scramble around.

Fishing Spot
6

Agents on the Case

The museum's curator recruits CIA agent Gustav Anders and FBI agent Chuck Stupak to track down the stolen ruby. They mistakenly believe that Mr. Magoo is in possession of the gem, leading to their pursuit.

7

Unfortunate Opera Encounter

At the opera, Mr. Magoo inadvertently strikes Agent Stupak with a tool while completely oblivious to the unfolding misunderstandings. This adds another layer of comedy as agents chase him for the ruby.

Opera House
8

Luanne Deceives Magoo

The next day, Luanne cleverly tricks Mr. Magoo into inviting her into his home under the guise of being injured. This cunning tactic is part of her plan to retrieve the stolen ruby without raising suspicion.

Magoo's Home
9

Bob's Intrusion

While Stupak investigates, Bob manages to sneak into Magoo's home and discovers the ruby. However, his clumsy attempt to steal it leads to a thrilling chase involving Magoo and Luanne.

Magoo's Home
10

Disguised at the Auction

In an attempt to stay under the radar, Mr. Magoo disguises himself as 'Ortega Peru' at an auction where he mistakenly draws attention. His disguise fails spectacularly when his tattoo washes away, blowing his cover.

Auction House
11

Luanne's Escape

As the auction commences, Luanne seizes the opportunity to snatch the ruby and flees on a snowmobile. This creates chaos as the authorities begin to round up the remaining criminals.

Auction House
12

Mr. Magoo's Wild Chase

With the help of Waldo and Angus, Mr. Magoo embarks on a comical pursuit to retrieve the ruby. Their chase is filled with misadventures, leading them to unexpected locations in their quest.

Various Locations
13

Waldo's Observation

In Brazil, Waldo spots the real Ortega, leading to confusion and comedic antics. This exciting chase culminates in chaotic scenarios as they attempt to track Luanne and the ruby.

Brazil
14

The Wedding Ceremony Heist

Mr. Magoo seizes an opportunity to grab the ruby during a wedding ceremony, leading to another hilarious clash with the criminals. The ensuing chaos sees various characters entangled in the comedic mix-up.

Wedding Venue
15

Victory and Return

After a whirlwind of adventures, Mr. Magoo and Waldo successfully return the ruby to the museum. The authorities apprehend the criminals, and Mr. Magoo returns home triumphant alongside Angus.

Museum

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