Carry On Columbus

In 1492, the incompetent crew of a ship, under the command of the inept Ferdinand (Jim Dale), is sent by Queen Isabella (Trisha Noble) to discover a new route to India. However, due to a series of mishaps and misunderstandings, they accidentally sail to the New World, encountering native tribes and numerous comedic situations.

Carry On Columbus was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, widely regarded as one of the weakest entries in the long-running Carry On series. The film was criticized for its dated humor, weak script, and reliance on tired gags, failing to capture the charm and wit of its predecessors.

• Dated and unfunny humor that relies heavily on stereotypes and innuendo.
• A pale imitation of the classic Carry On films, lacking the original's spark.
• The cast struggles to elevate a weak script with uninspired gags.

Google audience: Audience reception for Carry On Columbus is generally negative, with viewers often citing its lack of laughs and reliance on old-fashioned, often offensive, jokes. Many consider it a disappointing swansong for the franchise.

Carry On Columbus was the first Carry On film made in 17 years, following the death of Sid James and Peter Butterworth, and the retirement of Barbara Windsor.