The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988) movie poster

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988)

"Remarkable. Unbelievable. Impossible. And true."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 80% (RT: 90%, MC: 69) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyAdventureComedy

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Runtime
2h 6m
Country
Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (991 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
90%
Metacritic
69
Cast
John Neville as Hieronymus Karl Frederick Baron von Munchausen
Eric Idle as Desmond / Berthold
Sarah Polley as Sally Salt
Oliver Reed as Vulcan
Charles McKeown as Rupert / Adolphus
Winston Dennis as Bill / Albrecht
Jack Purvis as Jeremy / Gustavus
Valentina Cortese as Queen Ariadne / Violet
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 991 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 80%.
Overview
An account of Baron Munchausen's supposed travels and fantastical experiences with his band of misfits. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Adventures of Baron Munchausen was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen is a 1988 fantasy, adventure, comedy film directed by Terry Gilliam. An account of Baron Munchausen's supposed travels and fantastical experiences with his band of misfits. The film has been rated by 991 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a fantasy film, The Adventures of Baron Munchausen delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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