Barry Humphries admits that he is embarrassed by this film.
The limousine used by the Australians in Abu Nivia is a 'stretch' version of an FJ Holden, an iconic Australian car.
The H.E.L.P virus was a commentary on A.I.D.S.
Barry Humphries and director George T. Miller both passed away in 2023.
In the restaurant scene, the Russians have a table booked under the name Humphries. Barry Humphries stars as Les Patterson.