About Inspector Gadget

"Inspector Gadget" (1999) is an American action-comedy film adaptation of the 1980s animated series of the same name. The plot revolves around John Brown, a security guard, who after a tragic accident is transformed into a cyborg detective, known as Inspector Gadget, by a reclusive inventor. Armed with various gadgets and abilities, Inspector Gadget is tasked with stopping the villainous Claw from obtaining a technology that could cause widespread destruction.

Making / Production

The film was directed by David Kellogg and written by Kerry Ehrin and Zak Penn. The film includes a mix of live action and CGI elements to bring the iconic character of Inspector Gadget to life. The production included sets designed to reflect the cartoonish nature of the original series, while also adding a touch of modernity to resonate with contemporary audiences.

Actors

• Matthew Broderick as Inspector Gadget / John Brown: Broderick brings a warmth and charm to the role, capturing the enthusiastic spirit of the character.
• Rupert Everett as Sanford Scolex / Dr. Claw: Adopting a fiendishly playful demeanor, Everett delivers a memorable performance as the film's main antagonist.
• Joely Fisher as Dr. Brenda Bradford: Fisher portrays a dedicated scientist with a kind heart, and provides a strong central figure for the story.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie includes numerous references to the original animated series, such as the catchphrase "Go-Go-Gadget".
• Originally, the character of Gadget was not going to talk after his transformation, similar to the animated series. However, this was changed during the development of the script.

Awards

The film did not receive any major awards.

Quotes

• "Wowsers!" – Inspector Gadget
• "I'll get you next time, Gadget! Next time!" – Dr. Claw

Music, Soundtrack

• The infamous "Inspector Gadget Theme" is reimagined for the film version.
• Beyond the theme, the soundtrack nonetheless features original compositions by John Debney designed to capture the film's action-packed, humorous tone.