Overboard

A spoiled heiress, Kate, falls off her yacht and suffers amnesia. Leonardo, a single working-class dad who she had previously wronged, convinces her she's his wife to get revenge and gain a household helper. As she learns to adapt to a new life, Kate begins to fall for Leonardo, blurring the lines between her old life and her new reality.

Overboard (2018) received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found it to be a predictable and uninspired remake of the 1987 original. While some praised the chemistry between the lead actors and moments of humor, many felt the plot was contrived and lacked originality. Audiences, however, seemed to respond more favorably, appreciating the lighthearted romantic comedy elements.

• The film attempts to update the classic premise but often falls short of the original's charm.

• Anna Faris and Eugenio Derbez bring some energy, but the plot is predictable.

• While not without its lighthearted moments, the remake struggles to justify its existence.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Overboard' to be an entertaining and enjoyable romantic comedy, appreciating its humor and the performances of the main cast. Many viewers found it to be a fun, escapist film that provided a good laugh, despite some acknowledging its predictable nature.

The film is a gender-swapped remake of the 1987 Garry Marshall film of the same name, which starred Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell.