The Missionary (1982)

Synopsis of The Missionary

Michael Palin wrote and stars in this comedy as The Reverend Charles Fortescue, an unassuming missionary called back to England after spending ten years in Africa teaching children in a native village. Upon arriving in London, he finds that his new assignment is to take charge of a slum mission for prostitutes. He obtains money for the running of the mission from a wealthy woman, Lady Ames (Maggie Smith), whom he meets on the boat sailing to England from Africa. Lady Ames guarantees Fortescue the money on the condition that he take it upon himself to add a little spice to her dormant sex life. ~ Paul Brenner, Rovi

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Theatrical Feature Running Time:

87 mins

Director(s):

Richard Loncraine

Writer(s):

Michael Palin

Producer(s):

Neville C. Thompson, Michael Palin

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Not For Children, Adult Humor, Adult Language, Adult Situations, Brief Nudity)

Categories:

Comedy

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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