Watch The Legend of Fritton's Gold
- NR
- 2009
- 1 hr 45 min
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5.3 (8,901)
"The Legend of Fritton's Gold" is a 2009 adventure-comedy film that follows a group of mischievous students at the prestigious St. Trinian's School as they embark on a treasure hunt to find the lost gold of their former headmistress, Camilla Fritton. Directed by Oliver Parker and Barnaby Thompson, the film stars Rupert Everett, Colin Firth, and David Tennant.
The film picks up where the previous St. Trinian's film left off, with Headmistress Fritton presumed dead and the school in shambles. But when her niece, Camilla (played by Everett), takes over as headmistress, she discovers a clue that could lead to the vast treasure she believes her aunt hid somewhere on the school's grounds. With the help of her trusted henchman, Flash Harry (played by Firth), Camilla enlists the aid of the students at St. Trinian's to aid her in her treasure hunt, promising them a share of the riches if they help her succeed.
Of course, this being a St. Trinian's film, things quickly spiral out of control. The girls use their unique skills and talents to try and find the treasure, including breaking into a museum to retrieve a valuable artifact, sneaking through the sewers under the school, and even going on a dangerous underwater dive. Meanwhile, a rival treasure hunter (played by Tennant) is hot on their trail, determined to get his hands on the gold for himself.
As the group gets closer to finding the treasure, tensions rise and alliances are tested. Will Camilla and her team be able to beat their opponents and find the gold before it's too late? And even if they do, will the promise of money be enough to keep them all working together?
"The Legend of Fritton's Gold" is a fun and entertaining film that's perfect for fans of the St. Trinian's series. The cast is excellent, with Everett once again stealing the show as the eccentric and flamboyant Camilla. Firth is also a delight to watch as the charming and suave Flash Harry, while Tennant brings a dose of villainous energy to his role as the rival treasure hunter.
The film's plot is silly and over-the-top, with plenty of wacky hijinks and outrageous stunts that will keep audiences entertained from start to finish. But even amidst the chaos, the film manages to have a heart, with themes of friendship, loyalty, and teamwork. The bond between the students at St. Trinian's is strong, and despite their wild and rebellious behavior, they care for each other deeply and will do whatever it takes to help their friends.
Overall, "The Legend of Fritton's Gold" is a great addition to the St. Trinian's franchise. It's a fun, lighthearted adventure that doesn't take itself too seriously, but still manages to be charming and engaging. With a talented cast and a hilarious script, it's a film that's sure to please fans of all ages.
The Legend of Fritton's Gold is a 2009 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.3.