Canned Ham: The Dr. Evil Story
Canned Ham: The Dr. Evil Story

Canned Ham: The Dr. Evil Story

1999Movie22 minEnglish

A spoof on the show "Biography" that presents the life and hobbies of Austin Powers' arch foe, Dr. Evil.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users84%
Director: Jay RoachGenres: Comedy, Action, Spy

Plot Summary

The film follows the ridiculously evil Dr. Evil, a supervillain from the 1960s, as he is thawed from cryogenic sleep in the late 1990s. Upon awakening, he finds himself out of touch with the modern world and struggles to adapt his outdated evil schemes. Meanwhile, a secret agent named Austin Powers is tasked with stopping Dr. Evil's attempts to hold the world ransom.

Critical Reception

The movie was a massive critical and commercial success, widely praised for its unique blend of spy parody, slapstick humor, and memorable characters. Mike Myers' dual performance as Austin Powers and Dr. Evil was a particular highlight, and the film's quotable dialogue and nostalgic 60s aesthetic resonated with audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Hilarious and inventive parody of spy films.
  • Mike Myers shines in his dual role, delivering unforgettable characters.
  • Nostalgic 60s aesthetic and quotable dialogue make it a comedy classic.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's humor, particularly Mike Myers' performances and the movie's fun, retro vibe. Many found it to be a refreshing and highly entertaining comedy that successfully spoofs the spy genre.

Fun Fact

The character of Dr. Evil was inspired by Ian Fleming's James Bond villains, particularly Ernst Stavro Blofeld, and also by Mike Myers' own father.

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