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Release Year1986
Runtime1h 50m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresComedy, Drama, Fantasy
Votes3
DirectorMichael Jones, Andy Jones
WritersMichael Jones, Andy Jones
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.7 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Adventure of Faustus Bidgood
About The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood
Faustus is a clerk in St. John's at the Newfoundland Department of Education. He dreams of becoming ruler of Newfoundland and seceding from Canada. In the real world, Faustus' boss Eddie Peddle plans to indoctrinate the citizenry of Newfoundland with a cult-like geometric theory known as Total Education, but Peddle may be foiled by the revelation of a secret from his past career.
Directed by Michael Jones, Andy Jones, The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood leans on a strong ensemble — Andy Jones, Greg Malone, Robert Joy — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1986.
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