The first Mr. Bean feature film, Bean, was released in 1997. The film is also known by the longer title Bean: The Ultimate Disaster Movie.
Rowan Atkinson reprised the title role for the movie, which expanded the character from short television situations into a feature-length story. In the film, Mr. Bean travels to the United States and becomes involved with a valuable painting, creating the misunderstandings and physical comedy associated with the series.
The movie was directed by Mel Smith, who had previously worked with Atkinson in British comedy. It was followed by Mr. Bean’s Holiday in 2007. The 1997 film should not be confused with the 2002 animated series, which is a separate production rather than a continuation of the film’s format.