Where to start withMr. Bean
2 versions · originally a series, 1990
Themes: Social Awkwardness, Misunderstanding, Incompetence, Everyday Situations, British Humor.
Start with Mr. Bean (Richard Curtis, 1990) — the series. Mr. Bean exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a series in 1990; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Mr. Bean has more than one version — here's where most fans start, and what each offers.
✦ Most fans start here
Mr. Bean (1990)
The original tv
✦ Start hereMr. Bean
Richard Curtis · Series · 1990
The original tv, 1990.
Common questions
Is Mr. Bean (1990) the same as the 1997 movie Bean?
No, they are different productions. Mr. Bean is a television series that premiered in 1990, while Bean is a feature film released in 1997. Both titles feature the same character, but the television series consists of individual episodes rather than a continuous feature film narrative.
Should I watch Mr. Bean (1990) before watching the movie Bean?
It is not strictly necessary to watch the 1990 television series before the 1997 movie Bean. The film functions as a standalone feature, though watching the series first provides additional context for the character's behavior and the style of physical comedy established in the original television episodes.
What order should I watch the Mr. Bean titles in?
You should start with the original Mr. Bean television series from 1990, as it establishes the character and style of the show. Afterward, you can watch the 1997 movie Bean, which expands the character's adventures into a feature-length format following the success of the television series.
How long is the original Mr. Bean television series?
The original Mr. Bean television series began airing in 1990 and consists of a collection of episodes rather than a long-running serial. Because the show relies on short, self-contained physical comedy sketches, you can watch the episodes in any order to experience the character's classic humor.