Movies and TvShows featuring "bumbling-sidekick" theme.
Furuhata Ninzaburō is a Japanese television series that ran periodically on Fuji Television from 1994 until its final episodes in 2006. It was written by Japanese playwright Kōki Mitani and is often referred to as the Japanese version of Columbo. The series is a police detective drama starring actor Masakazu Tamura as Furuhata Ninzaburo and Masahiko Nishimura as his stereotypically bumbling sidekick, Shintaro Imaizumi. The program aired weekly and featured a guest villain each time, usually a famous talent in Japan. Pop-stars like SMAP, television hosts like Sanma Akashiya and even sports figures like Ichiro Suzuki have been featured on this program. It was one of the most popular television dramas in the history of Japanese television, having spawned several seasons and TV specials.
Danger Mouse is a British animated TV show that follows the adventures of a fearless anthropomorphic mouse who works as a secret agent to protect the world from various animal villains. Alongside his bumbling sidekick, Penfold, Danger Mouse embarks on dangerous missions, using his wit, gadgets, and intelligence to save the day. The show is known for its surreal and slapstick comedy, as well as its clever parody of spy and superhero genres.
F Troop is a comedy TV show set in the 19th century that follows the misadventures of the bumbling soldiers of F Troop, a group of incompetent US Army soldiers stationed at Fort Courage in the Old West. Led by their clueless commanding officer, Captain Wilton Parmenter, and his dimwitted blonde sidekick, Corporal Randolph Agarn, the soldiers find themselves in various hilarious situations as they interact with the Hekawi tribe, navigate Army life, and deal with the challenges of the Wild West.
The Lost Saucer is an ABC network television series produced by Sid and Marty Krofft. It first aired September 6, 1975.
When his ex-girlfriend is kidnapped, a martial artist named Jackie must embark on an adventure to recover the stolen Armour of God, a valuable artifact that holds great power. Jackie teams up with his bumbling sidekick and together they face dangerous obstacles, including a love interest, an auction, a monk, and even a Dracula costume. They must navigate through treacherous locations like Africa, a concert, and a palace, and eventually find the treasure while asking for help from unexpected allies.
A fat boy with superhuman strength becomes the strongest man in the world after drinking a special cereal milk. He uses his newfound strength to compete in a big competition and save his friends and the company that fired him.
After his wife and children are killed in a brutal attack, Frank Castle, a former FBI agent, transforms into the vigilante known as the Punisher. Armed with his expertise in combat and a thirst for revenge, he goes on a mission to take down the criminals responsible for the tragedy.
A con artist who has been mistaken for a gunslinger becomes embroiled in a web of deception and comedy in a wild west town.
Eyes in the Night (1942) is a crime drama movie set during World War II. The plot revolves around a blind detective who uses his German Shepherd guide dog to investigate a Nazi spy ring. With the help of his trusted dog, he uncovers the secrets and brings the criminals to justice.
Running Out of Time 2 follows a bumbling sidekick as he races against time to stop an art thief.
A group of performers aboard a riverboat tries to deceive its owner and save their show from being closed down. Chaos ensues as they get involved in slapstick comedy, gambling, and singing.
Beer for My Horses follows a group of friends who go on a road trip to rescue their friend's girlfriend after she is kidnapped by a ruthless drug lord. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and must use their wit and bravery to outsmart their enemies. The movie combines action, comedy, and crime elements to create an entertaining adventure.
Aces Go Places is a hilarious action-comedy film from the 1980s. The story revolves around a bumbling detective and his equally clumsy sidekick as they are tasked with stopping a diamond heist. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and engage in wild chases, fights, and comedy mishaps. Will they be able to save the day?
Average teenager Corey Anders finds an unusual-looking bottle on the beach, when he opens it a beautiful genie named Jeannie emerges.
In this movie, Dick Tracy must stop a criminal gang from stealing a dangerous chemical formula. Along the way, he encounters a bandaged-faced villain known as Gruesome, who uses knockout gas and other devious tactics to try to stop him. With the help of his bumbling sidekick, Tracy races against time to save the city from disaster.
In Aces Go Places II, a bumbling detective and his sidekick join forces with an FBI agent to bring down a notorious crime boss and his gang. Along the way, they encounter motorcycle chases, explosions, and plenty of comedic mishaps. Will they be able to outsmart the criminals and save the day?
Arriving in Arizona, the band members discover that the hotel is haunted and that it properly belongs to young Jimmy Benson (Curtis), the nephew of the previous owner. The "ghosts," however, turns out to be a trio of confidence men, Zeke Winslow (Guinn "Big Boy" Williams), Noah Jones (Raymond Hatton) and Slim Jensen Victor Potel, who are hoping to buy the place themselves.
Starrett tries to prevent a range war between settlers and the Native Americans. Blue and his fellow scoundrels think they can profit from the bloodshed,but the Durango Kid along with a couple of precocious youngsters put an end to Blue's terrorism.
In Aces Go Places III, a bumbling detective and his sidekick are tasked with recovering a stolen jewel. Their mission takes them to Paris, where they encounter spies, speed chases, and comedic mishaps. As they navigate the city, they must outsmart a master thief and save the day. This Chinese Cantonese spy spoof is a hilarious parody of the James Bond franchise.
When a famous movie star is killed, detective Charlie Chan must solve the case along with his bumbling sidekick. As they dive into the investigation, they discover a web of unsolved mysteries and a revenge plot.