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When "Dennis Mitchell's" parents go on a trip, they trust their mischievous son with their neighbor, "Mr. Wilson." "Dennis," of course, turns "Mr. Wilson's" life upside down with his playful pranks and innocent chaos. But when a real thief comes to town, "Dennis's" unique skills unexpectedly come in handy, and he teams up with "Mr. Wilson" to save the day.
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The mischievous and imaginative title character, "Dennis" constantly turns "Mr. Wilson's" life. Despite his troublemaking tendencies, "Dennis" has a good heart and ultimately learns valuable lessons about responsibility and friendship.
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Taking over the mantle of the iconic character, Mason Gamble delivered a fresh take on "Dennis," capturing his mischievousness with a touch of modern sass. He followed up with roles in films like 'Rushmore' (1998), 'Bad Moon' (1996), and 'Just in Time' (1996). He is currently a doctoral candidate in environmental science and engineering at the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability at UCLA.
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"Mr. Wilson" is "Dennis's" grumpy but ultimately kind-hearted neighbor. Initially frustrated by "Dennis's" antics, "Mr. Wilson" grows to understand and even care for the boy, forming an unlikely bond with him.
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The legendary Matthau brought his grumpy-yet-lovable charm to the role of "Mr. Wilson," creating a memorable dynamic with Gamble's "Dennis." Before this iconic role Matthau won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'The Sunshine Boys' (1975). He passed in 2000.
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"Mr. Wilson's" patient and understanding wife. She serves as a mediator between "Dennis" and "Mr. Wilson," helping them communicate and find common ground.
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Plowright added a layer of warmth and understanding to "Mrs. Wilson," creating a more nuanced portrayal of the character than the TV series. Dame Joan Plowright, a titan of British acting, soared from Shakespearean stages to Hollywood screens, captivating audiences for over six decades.
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"Dennis's" imaginary pirate friend, brought to life through special effects. "Switchblade Sam" often guides "Dennis" through his adventures and encourages his mischievous spirit.
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Adding a touch of comedic villainy, Lloyd played the role of "Dennis's" imaginary pirate friend, "Switchblade Sam." Christopher Lloyd's chameleon-like career has mesmerized audiences for over five decades. He became a comedic kingpin in 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' and 'Back to the Future.' His role as "Doc Brown" is a pop culture icon. Yet, Lloyd wasn't confined to wackiness. He chilled as Uncle Fester in 'The Addams Family' and menaced in 'V for Vendetta.'
The 1993 Dennis the Menace movie is a live-action family comedy film based on the comic strip character of the same name.
When Dennis Mitchell's parents go on a trip, they trust their mischievous son with their neighbor, Mr. Wilson. Dennis, of course, turns Mr. Wilson's life upside down with his playful pranks and innocent chaos.