Jumpin' Jack Flash
Jumpin' Jack Flash

Jumpin' Jack Flash

1986Movie105 minEnglish

Terry works for a bank, and uses computers to communicate with clients all over the world. One day, she gets a strange coded message from an unknown source. After decoding the message, Terry becomes embroiled in an espionage ring. People are killed, and Terry is chased. Throughout, she remains in contact with this mysterious person, who needs Terry's help save his life.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes42%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users62%
Director: Penny MarshallGenres: Comedy, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A computer programmer in London gets entangled in a dangerous espionage plot when she receives a cryptic message from a British agent. As she tries to decipher the code and escape pursuit from foreign operatives, she finds herself relying on unlikely allies and her own quick wit. The film follows her perilous journey as she navigates the world of spies and international intrigue, all while trying to stay alive.

Critical Reception

Jumpin' Jack Flash received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the humor inconsistent. While Whoopi Goldberg's performance was often cited as a highlight, the film struggled to balance its comedic and thriller elements effectively. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, leading to moderate box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Whoopi Goldberg's charisma is the film's strongest asset, but it's not enough to save a muddled plot.
  • The blend of comedy and espionage feels uneven, failing to satisfy either genre.
  • The action sequences and comedic moments rarely gel effectively.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a lighthearted but forgettable action-comedy. Many enjoyed Whoopi Goldberg's energetic performance, though some felt the plot was predictable and the humor didn't always land. It's often described as an entertaining watch for a casual viewing, but not a standout film.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a much darker thriller, but after Whoopi Goldberg was cast, the script was heavily rewritten to incorporate more comedy.

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John Chard

John Chard

Are you on some kind of medication? It was a production beset with problems, a change of director (Penny Marshall replacing the jettisoned Howard Zieff) and enough script writers used to fill out a hockey team. So it's unsurprising to ...