Gone Fishin'

Two best friends, Joe and Gus, embark on a fishing trip to Florida, which quickly turns into a chaotic misadventure. Their plans to relax are derailed when they accidentally get mixed up with a dangerous mob boss and his stolen jewels, leading to a series of escalating comedic mishaps and near-death experiences. They must use their wits and friendship to survive the ordeal and make it back home safely.

Gone Fishin' was met with generally negative reviews from critics, who found the humor forced and the plot predictable. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, contributing to its poor box office performance. It is often cited as one of the weaker comedies of the mid-1990s.

• The film relies too heavily on slapstick and predictable gags.
• The chemistry between the lead actors, while attempting to carry the film, often falls flat.
• A generally uninspired and unfunny comedy with a weak storyline.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the humor, with many finding the jokes stale and overused. The plot was also criticized for being thin and unoriginal, leading to a generally unfavorable viewing experience.

The film's working title was originally 'Wet 'n' Wild'.