A Fish Called Wanda

"A Fish Called Wanda" is a hilarious heist comedy film released in 1988, directed by Charles Crichton and written by John Cleese. The main characters include Archie Leach (played by John Cleese), a barrister with a passion for fishes; Wanda Gershwitz (played by Jamie Lee Curtis), a seductive and cunning woman; Otto West (played by Kevin Kline), Wanda's dim-witted and aggressive lover; and Ken Pile (played by Michael Palin), an animal lover with a stutter.

Archie, who is unhappy in his marriage and infatuated with Wanda, becomes unwittingly involved in the diamond heist when Wanda's gang uses his legal knowledge to defend George Thomason (played by Tom Georgeson), a member of the gang who is arrested during the robbery. George has hidden the stolen diamonds in a secret location, which only he knows.

With witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and clever plot twists, "A Fish Called Wanda" takes the audience on a wild and unpredictable ride. The film combines elements of crime, romance, and comedy, creating a unique blend of genres that keeps viewers entertained from start to finish.

As the story unfolds, the characters find themselves in absurd and comical situations, leading to hilarious confrontations and unexpected alliances. Through a series of comedic set pieces and a rapid-fire pace, the film explores themes of greed, lust, and the lengths people will go to achieve their desires.

Release: 1988

Stars: John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 96%