The Nude Bomb
The Nude Bomb

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The Nude Bomb

1980
Movie
94 min
English

When KAOS develops a bomb that can dissolve all clothing, Maxwell Smart is brought in to foil the evil plot.

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IMDb4.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes10%
Director: Clint YoungGenres: Comedy, Spy

Plot Summary

In this spin-off of the classic spy comedy "Get Smart," Maxwell Smart, also known as "Agent 86," is called out of retirement to thwart the evil plans of the diabolical "The Phantom." The Phantom has invented a lightning ray that can disintegrate all clothing, and he plans to hold the world hostage with his ridiculous but potentially catastrophic weapon. Smart must race against time to find the device and stop The Phantom before he causes global chaos and mass public indecency.

Critical Reception

The Nude Bomb was a critical and commercial failure. It was widely panned for its unfunny humor, weak plot, and general lack of connection to the beloved TV series it was based on. Critics and audiences alike found the film to be a pale imitation of its predecessor, lacking the charm and wit that made "Get Smart" a hit.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a tiresome and uninspired plot.

  • Humor is largely absent, relying on stale gags and forced slapstick.

  • A disappointing attempt to recapture the magic of the original "Get Smart" series.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Nude Bomb is overwhelmingly negative, with many viewers expressing disappointment that the film failed to capture the comedic spirit of the original Get Smart television series. Common complaints include a lack of genuine laughs, a predictable and silly plot, and a general sense of wasted potential.

Fun Fact

The film was retitled "Maxwell Smart, Agent 86" in some international markets in an attempt to capitalize on the popularity of the original TV series.

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