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<em>'Never a Dull Moment'</em> is worth watching, even if it could've been much greater.
First and foremost, Dick Van Dyke is very good in the role of Jack Albany. The film does have issues, but none of them are to do directly with Van D...
Never a Dull Moment
1968Movie99 minEnglish
When practicing for a role, actor Jack is mistaken for the killer Ace. He doesn't realize this until it's too late and is carried off to gangster boss Leo Smooth, who wants Ace to do a job for him. Fearing for his life, Jack plays his role, but always searching for a way out of the well-guarded house.
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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Jerry Paris•Genres: Comedy, Crime
Plot Summary
A hard-working accountant, who moonlights as a TV game show host, gets caught up in a bizarre kidnapping scheme. He's mistaken for a notorious gangster and forced by a group of incompetent criminals to help them pull off a heist. Amidst the chaos, he must protect his family and navigate the absurd criminal underworld, all while trying to maintain his sanity and his television career.
Critical Reception
Never a Dull Moment received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics appreciated its lighthearted, farcical tone and the comedic efforts of its lead, others found the plot to be thin and the humor to be at times predictable. It was generally seen as a light entertainment vehicle rather than a serious crime comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Features a likable performance from Dick Van Dyke.
- The plot relies on farcical situations and mistaken identity.
- Humor is generally light and situation-based.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel 'Theanwhile' by David Alexander.
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