Mr. Bean (1990)
The beloved British comedy series starring Rowan Atkinson as the hilariously inept, nearly wordless Mr. Bean — a timeless classic that conquered the world.
Mr. Bean - Series Information
- Original Title: Mr. Bean
- First Air Year: 1990
- Last Air Year: 1995
- Created by: Richard Curtis, Rowan Atkinson
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 25 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 14
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: January 1, 1990 (United States - TV-Y7), January 1, 1990 (Canada - C8), January 1, 1990 (United Kingdom - U), January 1, 1990 (Germany - 12), January 1, 1990 (France - 12), January 1, 1990 (India - U), January 1, 1990 (Australia - PG), January 1, 1990 (Brazil - L), January 1, 1990 (Mexico - AA), January 1, 1990 (Italy - T), January 1, 1990 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: ITV1
- Alternative Titles: Mr. Bean: A Série (BR), Nolojen TIlanteiden Mies (FI), Mr bean s (FR), 戇豆先生 (HK)
- Production Companies: Thames Television, Tiger Television Productions, Tiger Aspect, Richard Purdum Productions, Varga Holdings
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Mr. Bean - Plot
Mr Bean turns simple everyday tasks into chaotic situations and will leave you in stitches as he creates havoc wherever he goes.
Mr. Bean - Trailer
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Mr. Bean - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Richard Curtis
- Rowan Atkinson
Main Cast
- Rowan Atkinson
- Matilda Ziegler
- Robin Driscoll
- Nick Hancock
- Howard Goodall
- Roger Sloman
- Rupert Vansittart
- Hugo Mendez
- Matthew Ashforde
- C.J. Allen
Writers
- Rowan Atkinson
- Robin Driscoll
- Richard Curtis
- Ben Elton
Executive Producers
- Peter Bennett-Jones
Mr. Bean - FAQs
Where can you stream Mr. Bean online?
Mr. Bean is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and BritBox. It can also be watched free with ads on Tubi TV, Pluto TV, and The Roku Channel. Paid digital rental or purchase is available via Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
Why does Mr. Bean rarely speak in the show?
Mr. Bean's near-silence was a deliberate creative choice by Rowan Atkinson and Richard Curtis to make the comedy universally accessible across language barriers. By relying on physical comedy and facial expressions rather than dialogue, the show achieved global appeal and became one of Britain's most internationally successful sitcoms.
Who are the main actors in Mr. Bean?
Rowan Atkinson stars as the titular Mr. Bean, with Matilda Ziegler as his long-suffering girlfriend Irma Gobb. The supporting cast includes Robin Driscoll, Nick Hancock, Roger Sloman, Rupert Vansittart, and Caroline Quentin, among others.
How many episodes does Mr. Bean have?
Mr. Bean's main series consists of 14 episodes across a single season, which aired from 1990 to 1995 on ITV1. In addition, there are 48 special episodes available, bringing the total catalogue to a substantial collection of content for fans of the series.
Is Mr. Bean based on a true story?
Mr. Bean is not based on a true story. The character was created by Rowan Atkinson and Richard Curtis, drawing inspiration from classic silent film comedians such as Jacques Tati and Buster Keaton. Atkinson developed the persona during his time at Oxford University in the late 1970s.
When did Mr. Bean first air on television?
Mr. Bean first aired on January 1, 1990, on ITV1 in the United Kingdom. The debut episode attracted enormous viewership and immediately established the series as a hit. The show ran until 1995, producing 14 main episodes over its five-year broadcast run.
Did Mr. Bean win any awards during its run?
Yes. Mr. Bean earned several accolades, including BAFTA nominations. Rowan Atkinson won the Golden Rose of Montreux in 1992 for his performance. The series also received international recognition, winning awards across Europe and cementing its status as a landmark British comedy production.
What is the content rating for Mr. Bean?
Mr. Bean carries a TV-PG content rating in the United States, making it suitable for general family audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger viewers. In the United Kingdom it was rated U (Universal), and it holds similarly family-friendly classifications in Australia (PG), Canada (C8), and Brazil (L).
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