Throw Momma from the Train

Larry Donner, a struggling and bitter novelist, teaches a screenwriting class while his ex-wife's first novel becomes a bestseller. His most inept student, Owen, suggests Larry get rid of his overbearing mother, Agnes, as a way to inspire his writing, mirroring a plot point from his own screenplay. Larry initially dismisses the idea, but as his own frustrations mount, he begins to consider the morbid proposition.

Throw Momma from the Train was a moderate commercial success and received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While some praised its dark humor and the performances, particularly Anne Ramsey's as the titular mother, others found the plot somewhat contrived and the comedic tone uneven.

• Praised for its darkly comedic premise and Anne Ramsey's standout performance.

• Some critics found the humor a bit forced and the plot's execution lacking.

• The chemistry between Billy Crystal and Danny DeVito was a frequent highlight.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a funny and entertaining dark comedy, appreciating the performances and the unique premise. Some viewers noted that the humor could be a bit hit-or-miss.

Anne Ramsey received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role.

The film's premise is a direct homage to Alfred Hitchcock's 1951 film 'Strangers on a Train'.