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What About Dick? (2012)

““Oscar Wilde on acid,” “like Downton Abbey and almost as funny,” “like E.M Forster on steroids” and “a cross between a budgerigar and an accountant.””

  • 80 min
  • Comedy
  • imdb logo 7.3/10 (895 votes)

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Plot

In the year 1898, within the sultry confines of Shagistan, the birth of a sex toy is heralded, a brainchild of the ingenious Deepak Obi Ben Kingsley (Eddie Izzard). This unusual genesis sets the stage for a narrative that intertwines the destiny of this invention with the impending downfall of the British Empire, retold through the melodic notes of a sentient Piano (Eric Idle). The story unravels around the life of Dick (Russell Brand), intertwined with his eccentric English cousin Emma Schlegel (Jane Leeves), her kleptomaniac sibling Helena (Sophie Winkleman), and their tipsy Aunt Maggie (Tracey Ullman), all cohabiting in the labyrinthine corridors of an Edwardian novel-like estate. A twist of fate occurs when the Reverend Whoopsie (Tim Curry) stumbles upon a piano washed ashore, triggering a complex plot that demands the expertise of a detective. Enter the enigmatic Scottish sleuth, Inspector McGuffin (Sir Billy Connolly), whose thick accent is as challenging as the cases he solves. Assisted by the dogged Sergeant Ken Russell (Jim Piddock), they embark on a quest to unmask the dreaded Houndsditch Mutilator, navigating through a maze of clues and comedic chaos.

Where to watch What About Dick??

What About Dick? is a comedy movie featuring Eddie Izzard and directed by Aubrey Powell.

What About Dick? is currently streaming on Netflix and Netflix basic with Ads.

It is also possible to buy What About Dick? on Amazon Video and Apple TV.