Mr Bean

In the programme The Trouble with Mr Bean, Bean’s visit to the dentist goes horribly wrong, and a peaceful walk in the park quickly escalates into a fierce confrontation with a wasp. Both mishaps are portrayed by Rowan Atkinson himself.

The Trouble with Mr Bean is a television programme presented as an episode in the well‑known Mr Bean series. It falls squarely within the comedy genre, delivering the kind of visual humour that has become synonymous with the character’s antics. The episode is listed simply as a programme, indicating its format as a self‑contained instalment rather than a longer serial. In this particular instalment, Mr Bean’s attempt to visit the dentist goes wildly awry. What begins as a routine appointment quickly spirals into a chaotic scene, with Bean’s typical clumsiness turning a simple check‑up into a full‑blown disaster. The mishap at the dental surgery sets the tone for the rest of the episode, showcasing his knack for turning everyday situations into slap‑stick mayhem. Later on, Bean decides to take a leisurely walk through a park, hoping for a quiet break. Instead, his stroll is interrupted by an aggressive wasp, and the calm setting devolves into an almost comical battle. The encounter escalates as Bean struggles to fend off the buzzing intruder, turning the park into a makeshift arena for his frantic attempts to escape the sting. The episode stars Rowan Atkinson, whose physical comedy brings the character to life without the need for dialogue. As the sole recognised performer mentioned, Atkinson’s performance drives both the dental debacle and the wasp showdown, cementing the episode’s place within the broader Mr Bean catalogue.