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Brewster's Millions [Region 2]

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I've never really been a huge fan of most of Richard Pryor's films, but I have to say that "Brewster's Millions" is a very funny movie.

The film revolves around Monty Brewster, a baseball player with dreams of making it to the major leagues. One day he discovers that an uncle he knew nothing about has left him an inheritance because Monty is his only living relative. Monty's uncle tells him, via video before he died, that he wants Monty to absolutely hate spending money. He wants to test him. So Monty has a decision to make. He can either spend $30 million in 30 days WITHOUT having any assets and ultimately inherit $300 million or he can take $1 million and be safe. Of course Monty chooses to go for the $300 million, and what happens next are some of the craziest, funniest, and kindness acts you'll ever see in a film. I won't give away the ending, but you'll be amazed at how hard it is to spend $30 millions and not have any assets to back it up.

John Candy does a good job playing Monty's best friend in the film. It's a shame that we lost him so many years ago. It's also a shame that Richard Pryor can no longer perform like he used to due to his illness.

I would highly suggest this film because it is not only funny, but it also wraps you up into the lives and some incredibly funny and fortunate people!

Hmm...let's see...For starters, I would buy myself five or six mansions in different parts of the world, possibly start up a car collection, or perhaps take a few dozen trips around the world and deposit the rest in a bank account. The point is, "Brewster's Millions" is a delightful comedy that stars Richard Pryor as a down and out ex-professional baseball player who must spend thirty million dollars in thirty days. If he is successful, he'll inherit $300,000,000. Sounds easy, right? The catch is that Mr. Pryor must have no assets of any kind after the thirty days to obtain the money. John Candy co-stars as Pryor's buddy and is an "en route" benefactor to Pryor's real fortune. Stephen Collins also co-stars as an attorney who would like nothing more than to con Pryor out of his millions so he can obtain the fortune for his future firm Granville and Baxter. Pat Hingle does an outstanding job as the overseer of the conditions of Montgomery Brewster's (Pryor) great uncle's (Hume Cronyn) will. All this makes for a well-crafted, suspensful comedy. o do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of "Brewster's Millions" today. Chuck Fleming (Peter Jason), Action News!

Pryor & Candy make a great team in this hilariouse movie about a man who must spend 30 million dollars in 30 days. It makes you think "what would I do if I were in his situation?" A very fun movie, and definitely a MUST SEE for anyone.

I loved this movie it is funny, if you like Richard Pryer then you will like this movie, it is Classic Richard Pryer at his best, a washed up old base ball player and his friend John Candy get frown in jail because they get in a drunkin brall, then they get fiard, but Richards Grandfather leves him 30,000,000.00 to spend in thirdy day and he can not tell any one] then the fun begains and John Candy is right by his side through the hole time, but the crucked lawers try to stop Richard a long the way as he trys to spend all that cash to get the real prize [[ASIN:B000063UR3 Brewster's Millions]

This was great. Imaging inheriting $300 million. All the things that you could do and accomplish. But, there's a catch. In order to get the money, you have to do something first.

You have to spend $30 million in 30 days. Not too bad you say... At the end of the 30 days, you can't have a single dime left. Nothing but the clothes on you back. And, while you are spending the money, you can't tell anyone why....

Now, throw Pryor in as the person doing the inheriting and Candy in as his best friend. They are both down on their luck minor league baseball players. Pryor is spending millions and Candy is along for the ride. After several days, Candy tries to get Pryor to stop "wasting" the cash....

The things they buy and do.... So funny.

What would you do in these circumstances? Don't forget, nothing must remain at the end of 30 days.....

Often times people ask the question; What would you do if you had a million dollars? Well if you need some suggestions check out this movie. The overall plot is that Pryor has 30 days to spend 30 Million dollars if he wants to gain an even bigger fortune. The movie provides quite a few gags. The gags don't all work, but the concept is so interesting that it really doesn't matter. This movie not only gives us a few laughs but gives us a peek at just how rich some people (like Bill Gates for instance) must be.

very funny movie, a must for your dvd collection! it really makes you think about spending money, its a good chick flick.

This is one of the classics.
I always loved this movie growing up, and am so glad that i could pick it up at such a great price here!

I've watched this film a couple of times over the last 25 years and it remains funny, manic and endearing. And Richard Pryor is still a gem of an actor. Some people may find him hammy, but I actually find him quite enjoyable and believable. There are human moments where you realise how unique an actor Richard Pryor was. He was one of a kind. Plus there weren't many Black actors in his position at the time, before or since. That's one thing that strikes me as I watch it today - unless you count a Jamie Foxx. Or Chris Rock, etc - but it's not quite the same. Pryor had a different presence that made him "everyman" and yet this strangely comedic, neurotic but capable character.

John Candy is actually youthful and exuberant in this too. Rick Moranis has a cameo too. Great to watch.

Brewster's Millions is a lot better than so many other comedies today, and I wouldn't be surprised if it gets dusted from the vaults again by Hollywood...I actually think director Walter Hill (48 hours) did a good job. This really holds up well.

Spectacular film showcasing the multifaceted talent of a great entertainer. Richard Pryor is endearing, lovable, whacky and oh so funny in this movie. He and John Candy share a chemistry of tru brotherhood that makes me really love this film. The story has depth, heart and soul, unlike so many of the present day 'comedy' films. A great film to be watched and enjoyed with by many. Highly recommended for real laughs.