Home James!
Home James!

Home James!

1990TV ShowEndedEnglish

Jim London (Jim Davidson) is a working class cockney lad who lands a job as a chauffeur for businessman Robert Palmer (George Sewell) who has had his driving licence withdrawn. Palmer's butler (Harry Towb) doesn't approve of Jim but gradually accepts him.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: William DearGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A young man inherits a sprawling estate and discovers that his late uncle's will stipulates he must live there for a year to claim his inheritance. However, the estate is run by a peculiar, sentient robot butler named James. The young heir must navigate the eccentricities of the house and its robot, all while dealing with schemes to take over the property.

Critical Reception

Home James! received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, uninspired humor, and reliance on tired comedic tropes. While it was intended as a family-friendly comedy, many found its execution lacking in originality and genuine laughs, leading to it being a relatively obscure film.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak script and predictable comedic situations.
  • The premise of a robot butler is not fully exploited for comedic potential.
  • Lacks the charm and wit expected from a family comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Home James!' is scarce, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes. However, based on its limited visibility and critical reviews, it's unlikely to have garnered a strong or widely discussed audience following.

Fun Fact

The role of James the robot butler was performed by actor Michael Brandon, who was often manipulated by puppetry and special effects to create the illusion of the robot's movements.

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