The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood
“10 years in the making, the iconic comedy cult classic. The first movie to be fully made and produced in Newfoundland.”
Synopsis
Faustus is a clerk in St. John's at the Newfoundland Department of Education. He dreams of becoming ruler of Newfoundland and seceding from Canada. In the real world, Faustus' boss Eddie Peddle plans to indoctrinate the citizenry of Newfoundland with a cult-like geometric theory known as Total Education, but Peddle may be foiled by the revelation of a secret from his past career.
Top Cast
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Andy Jones
Faustus Bidgood
Greg Malone
Vasily Bogdanovittch Shagoff
Robert Joy
Eddie Peddle
Brian Downey
Fred Bonia-Coombs
Maisie Rillie
Phillys Meaney
Mary Walsh
Heady Nolan
Beni Malone
Henry Harry
Tommy Sexton
Frank Dollar
Cathy Jones
Margaret Mary Stackdeck
Judy Parsons
Ina Fudge
Mary Whitten
Mrs. Benson
Bryan Hennessey
Uncle Henry Penny
Nelson Porter
Premier Jonathan Moon
Bas Jamieson
Claude Squires
Gerry Curnew
Claude Hickman
Jane Dingle
Mary Bidgood
Val Ryan
Bruce Bidgood
Eddy Butler
Young Faustus
Release History & Theatrical Window
Atlantic International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Jones, Andy Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Jones, Andy Jones
- Original Score
- Pamela Morgan, Robert Joy, Paul Steffler
- Original Title
- The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Faustus Bidgood Production, ONF | NFB, Newfoundland Independent Filmmakers Co-operative, NIFCO
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Jones, Andy Jones
Michael Jones, Andy Jones
Pamela Morgan, Robert Joy, Paul Steffler
Michael Jones
Michael Jones
Andy Jones, Michael Jones, Giles Walker
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Jones
Director
Michael Jones
Director of Photography
Michael Jones
Writer
Andy Jones
Producer
Michael Jones
Producer
Andy Jones
Director
Andy Jones
Writer
Michael Jones
Editor
Giles Walker
Producer
Paul Steffler
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood about?
Faustus is a clerk in St. John's at the Newfoundland Department of Education. He dreams of becoming ruler of Newfoundland and seceding from Canada. In the real world, Faustus' boss Eddie Peddle plans to indoctrinate the citizenry of Newfoundland with a cult-like geometric theory known as Total Education, but Peddle may be foiled by the revelation of a secret from his past career.
Who directed The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood?
The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood was directed by Michael Jones, Andy Jones.
Who stars in The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood?
The principal cast of The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood includes Andy Jones, Greg Malone, Robert Joy, Brian Downey, Maisie Rillie.
When was The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood released and how long is it?
The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood was composed by Pamela Morgan, Robert Joy, Paul Steffler.