Overboard

Name: Overboard
Director: Garry Marshall
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1987-01-01
Duration: 112 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Edward Herrmann, Mike Hagerty, Katherine Helmond

1987Dir. Garry Marshall1h 52m

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Runtime1h 52m

Released1987

Budget$22M

Box office$26.7M

DirectorGarry Marshall

About This Movie

Overboard (1987) is a charming blend of screwball comedy and light romance. Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell share a genuine chemistry that makes their performances feel effortless. The premise—rich heiress losing her memory and being 'rescued' by the carpenter she wronged—sets up some amusing situational comedy, but it’s the character dynamics that really draw you in. Garry Marshall’s direction gives it a breezy, warm feel, perfectly matching its coastal setting. The pacing is solid, keeping things light without dragging. Plus, the practical effects of the yacht and some of the physical comedy add a nice touch to the overall vibe. It's not groundbreaking, but there’s a certain nostalgia and comfort in its execution that keeps it engaging.

Released on May 29, 1987, by MGM.Filmed primarily in San Francisco and Oregon.Features a memorable score by Alan Silvestri.Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell were real-life partners.