Splitting Heirs
A member of the English upper class dies, leaving his estate and his business to an American, whom he thinks is his son who was lost as a baby and then found again. An Englishman who thinks he is an Indian comes to believe that he is actually the heir. He comes to hate the American who is his boss, his friend, and the man who has stolen the woman after whom he lusts.
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Plot Summary
In 1880s England, Henry, a servant to the wealthy and childless Duke of Bournemouth, dreams of marrying the beautiful Lucy. However, the Duke's sudden death and a bizarre succession law mean that the next heir will be the person who most closely resembles the Duke. After a series of comical mishaps, Henry, Lucy, and the Duke's scheming nephew, Phil, all vie for the title and Lucy's hand in marriage.
Critical Reception
Splitting Heirs was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor predictable and its plot underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a poor box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a weak and unfocused script.
- The humor often falls flat, relying on slapstick and predictable jokes.
- Despite a capable cast, the performances fail to elevate the material.
Google audience: Audience reception for Splitting Heirs is generally poor, with many viewers finding the movie to be a disappointing comedy that lacks genuine laughs and a coherent plot.
Fun Fact
The film was written by and stars Eric Idle, a member of the iconic comedy group Monty Python.
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