A bored millionaire wagers his doctor that he can support himself at a working-class job for a year without touching his inheritance..

So, The Amazing Adventure from 1936. Is it worth digging up today? Probably not for everyone, for sure. If you're really into dusty old British comedies, especially ones trying to make a point about money, then maybe. But if you need explosions or even just *fast* talking, you'll probably be bored stiff. 😴 Henry Kend...


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"So, The Amazing Adventure from 1936. Is it worth digging up today? Probably not for everyone, for sure. If you're really into dusty old British comedies, especially ones trying to make a point about money, then maybe. But if you need explosions or even just *fast* talking, you'll probably be bored stiff. 😴 Henry Kendall plays Lord Bountiful – yes, Lord Bountiful – and he’s just… bored. Like, really, truly bored with being rich. He bets his doctor he can make a living for a whole year without t..."

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