DCSIMG
 
 

The Search For John Gissing (2001)

The Search For John Gissing (2001)
Member Rating:  
Alan Rickman and Janeane Garofalo headline writer/director Mike Binder's comedy about an American businessman who is summoned to London under the auspice of overseeing an impending business merger, only to discover that he is actually being groomed to replace his British counterpart - who unfortunately has no intentions of giving up his job. Matthew Barnes (Binder) and his wife (Garofalo) thought they were going to London for a brief business trip, little did they realize Matthew's employer had something a bit more permanent in mind. It seems that the powers that be would like to see Matthew's British counterpart John Gissing (Rickman) fired, and would love for Matthew to step in as his official replacement. But John is no dummy, and he's seen this storm brewing on the horizon for quite some time. Now, instead of stepping down peacefully and allowing the situation to play out as his superiors have planned, John schemes to make the American couple's stay in London as unpleasant as humanly possible by sending them on a series of disastrous and humiliating misadventures. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

 Read More


Starring:
Mike BinderJaneane Garofalo, (more)
Director(s):
Mike Binder
Format(s):
DVD
View All Versions to rent and buy
 
 
 
 

Synopsis of The Search For John Gissing

Alan Rickman and Janeane Garofalo headline writer/director Mike Binder's comedy about an American businessman who is summoned to London under the auspice of overseeing an impending business merger, only to discover that he is actually being groomed to replace his British counterpart - who unfortunately has no intentions of giving up his job. Matthew Barnes (Binder) and his wife (Garofalo) thought they were going to London for a brief business trip, little did they realize Matthew's employer had something a bit more permanent in mind. It seems that the powers that be would like to see Matthew's British counterpart John Gissing (Rickman) fired, and would love for Matthew to step in as his official replacement. But John is no dummy, and he's seen this storm brewing on the horizon for quite some time. Now, instead of stepping down peacefully and allowing the situation to play out as his superiors have planned, John schemes to make the American couple's stay in London as unpleasant as humanly possible by sending them on a series of disastrous and humiliating misadventures. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
91 mins

Complete Cast of The Search For John Gissing


Director(s):
Mike Binder
Writer(s):
Mike Binder
Producer(s):
Jack Binder
Categories:
Comedy
Looking for special editions of The Search For John Gissing?
See All Versions
Subtitles:
Check All Versions
Closed Captioning:
Check All Versions
 
 
 
 

IN-STORE

 

ON DEMAND

Blockbuster Instant Video

Watch thousands of movies instantly on your TV, tablet, mobile phone or computer with no monthly subscription. You pay only for what you watch.
 

What's Your Take?

Add to FavoritesIn Favorites  |  Share:     Email to a friendShare on FacebookShare on Twitter
    YOUR REVIEW
    WRITE A REVIEW
     
    1000 
     
    Member Reviews
     
    Jon C.

    After looking at the cover i almost did not bother watching. then after the first 15 minutes i almost quit watching but as the movie progressed it was really entertaining. it has a bit of a low budget edge but the overall comedy and plot were enjoyable. its a comedy with a bit of mystery in it as you really dont know what is happening until about 30 minutes in.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Steven H.

    If you liked comedies like' The Out of Towners' you will love this one. It is not a slapstick, but the situations are just too funny. It' not that hard to keep up with, I really liked it.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Denise D.

    It has a unique story line and was hysterically funny.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Read All 9 Reviews