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Rowan Atkinson reveals bizarre reason why Mr Bean was banned in Italy
- Rowan Atkinson revealed he delayed Mr Bean in Italy to stay unrecognized on holiday, avoiding early fame there.
- Mr Bean eventually aired in Italy in 1997, seven years after its UK launch.
- Atkinson contrasted Mr Bean with his other characters, calling Bean selfish and childish while Trevor Bingley appears more likable.
- Atkinson mentioned he occasionally watches his own work and was surprised by Blackadder Goes Forth.
- Rowan Atkinson discussed returning to television, saying a live-action Mr Bean revival is unlikely but not impossible.
- Atkinson also touched on his Man vs. Baby character Trevor Bingley, calling him more likeable than some of his other personas.
- The interview referenced Atkinson’s appearance at the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony as a surprise moment.
- The article notes Mr Bean has become a global phenomenon with films and a spin-off, though Italy was initially skipped.
- Atkinson described Mr Bean as a ‘selfish, self-centred anarchic child’ in contrast to his other roles.
- The interview touched on the availability of Mr Bean on streaming and future projects.
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