If you have only seen the sequels, go back to the original. Here is why Johnny English (2003) works so well:
★★★★☆ (4/5) Best for: Fans of Pink Panther , Get Smart , and anyone who thinks James Bond takes himself too seriously. Have you seen the 2003 original? Let us know your favorite scene in the comments below!
Absolutely. Is it high art? No. Is it the funniest thing Atkinson has done outside of Mr. Bean ? Debatable. But for a Sunday afternoon when you want to turn your brain off and watch a man accidentally fight a group of ninjas while trying to eat a sandwich, Johnny English is unbeatable.
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