The Pharaoh's Cipher
- Tagline
- An ancient riddle. A world at war. A laugh in time.
- Description
- In the midst of World War I, a light-hearted entertainer, Anchovy Hathaway, stumbles upon a mysterious artifact hidden within the props of his vaudevillian act. Teaming up with an eccentric, code-breaking savant, played by Naomi Wattsit Crisps, and a steadfast historical consultant portrayed by Lime Neeson, they embark on a globe-trotting adventure to unravel a secret that dates back to the times of King Tut. Directed by the whimsical Ron Howlard, 'The Pharaoh's Cipher' is a family-friendly escapade where hieroglyphs meet high jinks, promising to decode your frown into a smile!
- MpaaRating
- G
- PopularityScore
- 7.70
- ReleaseDate
- 12/07/2023
- Genre
- Mystery
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
Ah, 'The Pharaoh's Cipher', a cinematic concoction as quirky as a cat in a pharaoh's headdress! Anchovy Hathaway's accidental tumble down the rabbit hole—or should I say, sarcophagus—into the world of espionage and sand-covered enigmas is as delightful as finding a golden ticket in your Charleston Chew. Naomi Wattsit Crisps dazzles with a brain so sharp, you'd think she could decode the ingredients of a Twinkie. And Lime Neeson? His stoic charm could make the sphinx crack a smile. Directed by the ever-eccentric Ron Howlard, this film is a delightful joyride through history, spiced with just enough laughter to keep the mummies from groaning. While the plot might be as complex as a game of charades with hieroglyphics, it's the slapstick humor and charming cast that give this G-rated escapade its sparkle. Imagine if Indiana Jones traded his whip for a whoopee cushion—you'd have 'The Pharaoh's Cipher.' It's not the crown jewel of cinema, but it's certainly the treasure you wouldn't mind stumbling upon on a lazy, popcorn-filled afternoon.