The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood 1986
"10 years in the making, the iconic comedy cult classic. The first movie to be fully made and produced in Newfoundland."
The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986) delivers a quirky, offbeat blend of comedy, drama, and fantasy set against the rugged charm of Newfoundland. Directed by Michael Jones, this cult classic follows the misadventures of Faustus Bidgood, a dreamy clerk working in St.
Director: Michael Jones
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986) about?
This offbeat comedy follows Faustus Bidgood, a clerk in St. John's who dreams of leading Newfoundland to independence, only to find himself tangled in his boss's cult-like plan to reshape the province through a bizarre educational theory. As secrets surface and reality bends, Faustus must navigate a world where ambition and absurdity collide.
Who directed The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood?
Michael Jones directed this Newfoundland-born cult classic.
Who stars in The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood?
The film features Andy Jones, Greg Malone, Robert Joy, Brian Downey, and Mary Walsh leading the eccentric cast.
Is The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986) worth watching?
Though unrated, this cult favorite offers a unique blend of comedy, fantasy, and sharp satire rooted in Newfoundland's culture. Fans of offbeat indie films with a local twist—or anyone curious about Canada's most distinctive regional cinema—will find it a delightful oddity worth tracking down on home video.
How long is The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood?
The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood runs for 110 minutes.
About The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986) — Newfoundland's cult comedy with a rule-breaking clerk
The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986) delivers a quirky, offbeat blend of comedy, drama, and fantasy set against the rugged charm of Newfoundland. Directed by Michael Jones, this cult classic follows the misadventures of Faustus Bidgood, a dreamy clerk working in St. John's who harbors grand ambitions of seceding Newfoundland from Canada to rule as its king. His scheme gets tangled in a surreal web when his boss, Eddie Peddle, launches a bizarre plan to indoctrinate the province using Total Education—a bizarre geometric cult disguised as policy. As reality blurs with absurdity, Faustus and an eccentric cast of characters uncover a hidden past that could unravel Peddle's grand design.
With its wry humor, fantastical twists, and sharp social satire, The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986) captures the spirit of a place and time with infectious originality. It's a film that celebrates local identity while poking fun at power, ambition, and the oddities of bureaucracy—all wrapped in the uniquely Newfoundland voice of its creators and cast.