- Actors: Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Edward Herrmann, Katherine Helmond, Mike Hagerty
- Directors: Garry Marshall
- Writers: Leslie Dixon
- Producers: Roddy McDowall, Alexandra Rose, Anthea Sylbert, Nick Abdo
- Language English, French
- Classification: PG
- Studio: MGM
- VHS Release Date: 1 Feb 2000
- Run Time: 106 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00004CJOZ
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 6,820 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Real-life couple Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn star in this enjoyable 1987 comedy by Garry Marshall (Pretty Woman) about an imperious heiress (Hawn) who loses her memory after a boating accident and is identified as the wife of a handyman (Russell). Russell's character brings her "home" to his messy house and unruly kids and the laughs follow as the aristocratic Hawn tries fitting in. Marshall delivers the comic goods, the leads are entertaining (Russell needs to do more comedy) and the supporting cast is made up of happily familiar faces, including Roddy McDowall, Edward Herrmann, and Marshall favourite Hector Elizondo in an unbilled bit part. --Tom Keogh
From the Back Cover
It's the craziest mix-up ever! Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell dazzle the screen in this screwball comedy of memory-making and memeory-faking.
Hawn portrays Joanna Stayton, the demanding, pampered, inconsiderate wife of a pretentious, yacht-owning socialite. When their boat gets stuck for repairs in the harbour of a tiny Oregon town, bored and impatient Joanna employs carpenter Dean Proffitt (Russell) to improve her closet space. After completing the job, Dean asks to be paid, only to be turned down by Joanna who, of course, deems his work unacceptable. So, when in one of her trademark snits, Joanna falls overboard and gets amnesia, Dean hatches a no-fail plot revenge. Taking Joanna home with him, he renames her Annie and - in a stoke of retributive genius - he tells her that she is his wife and the mother of four unruly children!
One of Hollywood's most dynamic screen pairs, Hawn and Russell make the most of every hilarious situation. Overboard is a delightful riches-to-rags romance and perfect entertainment for anyone who appreciates a great practical joke.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The concept and the plot lines were funny and unique. The contrast between the working family and the ultra rich one, the ending where she chooses to have a life where she makes a difference instead of just wasting time, and he values her as she deserves to be valued in the end. There are parts of the movie that could have been better; some of the supporting roles were not done all that well. The rich woman's mother was great, Roddy McDowell was great, and the rich self-centered husband was funny. The movie was good family entertainment. Good for you, Goldie and Kurt.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is the sort of film that would have starred Doris Day and Rock Hudson in the 50's.
Goldie and Kurt do a grand job, the kids are monsters - but them so are all kids!
I still laugh now when I think of some of the one liners. If you need cheering up and want some good old fashioned entertainment then look no further, Overboard is for you.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
It is probably one of these movies you might think you have seen million of times already. And although the story is kind of predictable it still is nice to watch. Not alone due the great chemestry between Kurt Russel and Goldie Hawn is worth looking at, but also how Goldies character changes from über-posh and spoilt brat to down to earth and loving wife...A true classic
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Fun, feel good film!!
This film is great!! You can watch it over and over again and it will make you feel good. If you like Housesitter and any Steve Martin films then you will love this. 5 stars!!!!
Published 13 months ago by Halle
Overboard
I think Overboard is a quality film!!! i watched it alot when i was younger and loved it then!! I still love it know! x
Published 15 months ago by Claire
Very funny
This movie is one of my favourites. I will definitely watch it again and again. Some parts are laugh out loud funny, others heartwarming.
Published 23 months ago by Leonie
Overboard. The DVD>
We were recommended this by some people who said it was the best film they had seen.we thought it was o.k. but not that outstanding.
Published 24 months ago by G. Smart
one of the best
There arent many films that I can say that I could watch over and over again, but Overboard is one of those. Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2010 by DanielB1982
Excellent romcom
I had never heard of this film but The Times said it was excellent. The subject matter was described as romcom. Not my usual fare but I thought I would give it a try. Read more
Published on 11 Aug 2009 by Peter Wade
Fantastic Film
Had to have this film, so funny you would not believe. Watch it all the time. Both my favourite actor/actress
Published on 18 July 2009 by Bea
Overboard
This film is fantastic, if you haven't seen it you really must. It's a real laugh, been about a fair while now, but always watchable, feel good fun, just brilliant.
Published on 14 Mar 2009 by yellow tulip
Fabulous!
This is one of the funniest, most feelgood films. Often when the leads are really partners there is a lack of onscreen chemistry - no idea why, but 'tis true - however here that... Read more
Published on 25 May 2007 by Mildred Thristlepoop
Hilarious!
I LOVE this movie! Goldie Hawn is at her very best and the children make me LOL, especially the falsetto child - a big fan of Peewee Herman. Read more
Published on 17 July 2005 by "rain_85_uk"
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