Overboard movie poster

Overboard

1987 · 1h 52m · Released

PG Comedy, Romance

Heiress Joanna Stayton hires carpenter Dean Proffitt to build a closet on her yacht—and refuses to pay him for the project when it's done. But after Joanna accidentally falls overboard and loses her memory, Dean sees an opportunity to get even.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.8 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Overboard

Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Fawesome.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.

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Trailers and promos

Trailer
Overboard (1987) Original Trailer [FHD]
Joanna Falls Off the Boat

Top cast and crew

Garry Marshall Director
Goldie Hawn Joanna Stayton / Annie Proffitt
Kurt Russell Dean Proffitt
Edward Herrmann Grant Stayton III
Mike Hagerty Billy Pratt
Katherine Helmond Edith Mintz
Roddy McDowall Andrew
Jared Rushton Charlie Proffitt
JW Jeffrey Wiseman Joey Proffitt
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Frequently asked questions about Overboard

Where can I watch Overboard in the United States?

Overboard is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Fawesome in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Overboard on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes. Overboard is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside AMC+, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Kanopy, and Fawesome.

Can I watch Overboard for free?

Overboard streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Overboard?

Overboard scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Overboard?

Overboard stars Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Edward Herrmann, Mike Hagerty, and Katherine Helmond. Garry Marshall is the director.

How long is Overboard?

Overboard runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).

When did Overboard come out?

Overboard was released on December 16, 1987.

Which studio made Overboard?

Overboard was produced by Star Partners, Hawn / Sylbert Movie Company, and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in the United States.

What was the budget for Overboard?

Overboard was made on a budget of $22,000,000.

How much did Overboard make at the box office?

Overboard grossed $26,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $22,000,000.

What languages is Overboard in?

Overboard is in English and French, and its original language is English.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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