Overboard
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Overboard

A cruel but beautiful heiress mocks and cheats a hired carpenter. When she gets amnesia after an accident, he decides to introduce her to regular life by convincing her that they're husband and wife.

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In the 1987 romantic comedy Overboard, an arrogant and wealthy heiress named Joanna Stayton meets her match in a humble and hardworking carpenter named Dean Proffitt. Joanna, who takes joy in mocking and cheating Dean, falls victim to her own misfortune when she suffers amnesia after falling overboard from her yacht. Seeing an opportunity for revenge and redemption, Dean decides to teach Joanna a lesson by convincing her that they are married.

As Dean reintroduces Joanna to everyday life, he takes her to his modest home and assigns her the responsibilities of a wife and mother to his four unruly sons. Although Joanna initially struggles to adapt, she gradually begins to appreciate the simple joy and fulfillment that comes from genuine relationships and hard work. Along the way, both Joanna and Dean discover unexpected feelings for each other and learn valuable life lessons about love, compassion, and the importance of humility.

Directed by Garry Marshall, Overboard is a heartwarming comedy that showcases the transformative power of love and personal growth. With captivating performances by Goldie Hawn as the snobbish Joanna and Kurt Russell as the kind-hearted Dean, the film combines humor, romance, and feel-good moments to deliver an entertaining and uplifting story.

Also Known As:

Overboard

Release Date:

16 Dec 1987

Writers:

Leslie Dixon

Awards:

3 nominations

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