Jumpin’ Jack FlashA computer operator (Goldberg) at a bank is plunged into an exciting world of international intrigue, danger and romance when her terminal gets an S.O.S. from “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” a British spy stranded in Eastern Europe. She is soon matching wits with the deadliest members of the CIA to the KGB. Jon Lovitz and Jim Belushi co-star in this suspenseful, fast-paced and murderously funny comedy.Whoopi Goldberg (The Color Purple) gives one of her earliest and finest film performances as Terry Doolittle, a computer programmer who unwittingly becomes embroiled in an international espionage scheme, forced to outmaneuver the CIA and KGB in this riotous 1986 Cold War comedy. Doolittle, the outspoken and irreverent employee of an international bank, is working overtime one evening when her terminal receives an encrypted message pleading for help from Jumpin’ Jack Flash, code name for a British spy (Jonathan Pryce) trapped in Eastern Europe. At first reluctantly and then audaciously, Doolittle becomes privy to his predicament and essential to his escape while delivering a steady stream of ribald one-liners and witty slapstick—whether it’s her Mick Jagger impersonation, police station meltdown, or infamous dress-caught-in-the-paper-shredder escapade at the British Consulate ball. A host of supporting talent includes Annie Potts, Jon Lovitz, Jim Belushi, the late Phil Hartman, and Stephen Collins (who shines as Marty, the mole), yet the film belongs to Whoopi. Though the plot is far-fetched and often flimsy, Penny Marshall (in her directorial debut) gives Goldberg enough latitude to showcase her immense talent in a role she obviously relishes—and audiences will too. Rated R for extreme profanity and mature themes. –Lynn Gibson
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Review by Tanika L. Carroll for Jumpin’ Jack Flash
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I am sooooooooooooooo happy that one of my all time favorite movies has finally come out on DVD. I love this movie so much. It’s one of the funniest movies I’ve ever seen. Every time it comes on TV, I watch it like it’s new. My favorite scene is when she dresses like one of the supremes and she gets her dress caught in the shredder, I laugh so hard at that point. Please, if you haven’t seen this movie, it is a must have, cause it is unbelievably funny.
Review by Karen Patterson for Jumpin’ Jack Flash
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“Jumpin’ Jack Flash” is a GREAT movie filled with hysterical lines and a zany cast. This is almost a cult classic and it is a tragedy that the movie isn’t on DVD ! Why, just the fact that Whoopie is in it would make it sell great and there are at least two generations missing out on this film that would go nuts for it… MY poor VHS copy is almost worn out and there are so many delightful quips and lines in this film, almost nothing puts me in a better moood ! (“Get yourself an office – with a desk and a lamp !”) PLEASE come to your senses an put this little gem, for its 20th anniversary at least, onto DVD !
Review by C. A. Luster for Jumpin’ Jack Flash
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Years ago when this was first released it was the first movie I saw Whoopi Goldberg in, and I haven’t missed any of her movies since then. Fans of comedies about average people getting into complicated spy situations with comedic results will love it. If you are a fan of movies like “Bird on a Wire”, “Outrageous Fortune”, and “Undercover Blues” you should enjoy this one.
This was the first time I recall seeing a comedy spy movie other than “Casino Royale” at the time. Goldberg and the rest the cast do a great job. Good music and sets make it stand out among a good number of those produced today. I highly recommend you buy this one since it is definitely one of Whoopi’s best.
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“Jumpin’ Jack Flash” is my favorite comedy and a cult classic in my family. We quote lines lines to each other to fit family situations and have watched it so often that we have worn it out. I have been looking unsuccessfully for a VHS or DVD replacement for over a year. My son preordered a DVD for me, but after 5 months the order was cancelled… Whoopie has never been better, and deserves a lasting version of this incrediblly funny movie.
Review by Larry P. Morgan for Jumpin’ Jack Flash
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Some movies get better the more often you see them, even if they are not a “great film” by normal definitions. They are good for curing a “blue” mood. Jumpin’ Jack Flash is one of those. Watch it and laugh with someone you love! You will wear out a VHS tape. This one needs to be on DVD.