"Fierce Creatures" is a 1997 British comedy film directed by Fred Schepisi. It stars John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline, and Michael Palin. The story revolves around a struggling zoo that faces financial difficulties and the quirky characters who work there. The plot thickens when a new management team decides to make the zoo more profitable by introducing a policy of "fierce creatures." This leads to humorous situations as the staff tries to adapt to the new approach, showcasing the challenges of balancing business with animal care and conservation.