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Richard Pryor stars in the title role of this adaptation of George Barr McCutcheon's novel. Minor league baseball player Montgomery Brewster stands to inherit $300 million from his recently deceased great-uncle, but only if he can first spend $30 million in 30 days without letting anyone in on the reason. If he fails, the fortune will instead be divided amongst charities with his law firm taking a large cut for their services. As he gets to grips with the value of money, Brewster's task proves much harder than he'd imagined, even with the assistance of his teammate Spike Nolan (John Candy).
M**S
This great movie was from the 80s
If you’re looking for a movie with a timelessStorytelling and effortless acting look no further no than this gem of a movie.Then to blow your mind for a further Diamond try {{The Toy}} Another Richard Pryor classic
F**H
Excellent comedy
Nothing to dislike recommend
K**Y
You'll learn a few things from this movie
Great movie,they can't make these anymore.Very true to life about money and people.You'll come away happy and informed.John candy is here aswell.Excellent.
K**I
Classic
Classic 80s movie you can’t go wrong with this is one of those films we can watch over and over again quite little story in it and it’s fun
K**Y
Manic Pryor makes a likeable millionaire who must spend all his money to earn his true inheritance
4.5 starsA film from my childhood that is still funny but also terribly dated!I recently read a children's book with the same basic premise and fancied seeing this film again. A failed baseball player (Pryor) is all washed up, but out of the blue discovers he is only heir to one of America's richest men, who also happens to be one of the meanest too. In order to inherit $300 million, Brewster must spend $30 million in 30 days with no asset at te end of it, and without telling anyone why he is spending the money. Spike (Candy), his best friend is ecstastic but frustrated at his friend's attitude to his money, but loyally sticks by him as Brewster hires employees at enormous expense, hotel suites, even a baseball team. He can't buy his attractive female accountant though, only incur her resentment.It's madcap and fastpaced, like the main actor, but it's also clever and enjoyable watching Monty Brewster desperately try not to make money.The ending is slightly abrupt and the shouting can be a little annoying but it's an 80s film I have a lot of nostalgic affection for and is probably something new audiences can appreciate too.
D**N
Classic comedy
Richard pryor and john candy are great. The idea for the election is spot on
M**N
Excellent films
A classic film staring Richard Pyor and John Candy.The film brings back loads of good memories. Although the picture quality was clear, I would wait until they bring out the remastered version.There were still some white fadings. That's i have only given it 3 stars, not because of the film but its picture quality. A lot of films pre - 2000 need to be remastered.
J**E
brilliant comedy, one of my favourites.
This is a great comedy that never gets old, I remember watching it years ago when it first came out and it remains hilariously funny 20 years on.The film brilliantly brings together Richard Pryor (Monty Brewster) and John Candy in a tale of riches, excessive spending and more riches!Monty, the only descendant of an unknown millionaire great uncle, finds that he is to inherit the old mans estate, but there's a catch. In order to get $300 million he must spend $30 million in 30 days and have nothing to show for it except the clothes on his back, and he's not allowed to tell anyone the rules leading to hilarious repercussions.The story involves Pryor spending as hard as he can with Candy trying to make a few bucks for his old baseball buddy, and the lawyers disposing of the will also trying to sabotage Montys efforts to reap the estate for themselves.This is truly a classic film from the 80s that's a must have for anyone who loves comedy.
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