Going Overboard

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"In the world of comedy, it's sink or swim."
  • R
  • 1989
  • 1 hr 37 min
  • 1.8  (14,393)

Going Overboard is a 1989 comedy film starring Adam Sandler, Billy Bob Thornton, and Billy Zane. The film is centered around Shecky Moskowitz, played by Adam Sandler, who is a struggling comedian trying to break into the industry. Shecky sets his sights on the cruise ship industry and lands a job on a ship called the Lady Luck. As Shecky begins working on the ship, he encounters a variety of characters, including the ship's singer, Jo, played by Valerie Breiman, and the ship's captain, Johnny LaRue, played by Scott LaRose. Shecky also meets a wealthy passenger named Biff Banner, played by Billy Zane, who becomes infatuated with Jo and tries to win her over at every turn.

As the cruise gets underway, Shecky struggles to connect with the audience and find his comedic voice. However, with the help of the ship's bartender, Dave, played by Billy Bob Thornton, Shecky continues to persevere and work towards his dream.

Going Overboard is a comedic romp filled with silly gags, absurd characters, and over-the-top performances. Adam Sandler delivers a manic and energetic performance as Shecky, injecting the character with a frenzied energy that never lets up. Billy Bob Thornton is equally impressive as the sarcastic and deadpan bartender, Dave, who serves as a foil to Shecky's zany antics.

While the film's humor is often juvenile and crass, there are plenty of laughs to be had for those who appreciate slapstick comedy and cheesy one-liners. The film also features a number of musical performances, including a memorable rap number by Sandler himself.

Despite its flaws, Going Overboard is a fun and entertaining film that showcases Adam Sandler's early comedic talents. Fans of Sandler's later, more polished work may find the film's humor to be too dated and crude, but for those who enjoy a good laugh at the expense of bad puns and silly sight gags, Going Overboard is definitely worth a watch.

Going Overboard is a 1989 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes. It has received poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 1.8.

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  • Release Date
    1989
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 37 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    1.8  (14,393)
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