Overboard

On a gleaming luxury yacht, Leonardo Montenegro, a pampered and arrogant businessman, lives by contempt for anyone who slows his progression. After a chaotic misstep, he ends up overboard and at the mercy of Kate Sullivan, his mistreated, weary employee. She cooks up a plan to restore balance by turning the tables and making him experience life from her side of the dockyard and office. The result is a mix of practical jokes, social scramble, and unexpected warmth as appearances collide with honesty. The plot keeps two mismatched people in close contact as they challenge each other’s assumptions about class, work, and respect. The humor comes from mismatched expectations, awkward misunderstandings, and moments where true character comes to light, surprisingly.

Directed by Rob Greenberg with a screenplay by Bob Fisher and Leslie Dixon, Overboard (2018) reimagines the classic with a contemporary sunlit tone and a playful cross cultural dynamic, emphasizing romance and comedic missteps throughout worldwide audiences across the globe.

With a budget of $12,000,000, it grossed $91,244,913 worldwide, delivering a solid return for a light family friendly rom com that played well internationally. The release built on a steady marketing push and appealed to fans of both languages globally.

Its breezy tone and the Kate Sullivan and Leonardo Montenegro pairing sparked conversations about gender role swaps in rom coms, attracting a diverse audience through bilingual humor and sunny beachside settings. The duo became a recognizable promotional focus, inviting audiences to compare the remake with the original.

Reviews labeled the film light and inoffensive, praising the chemistry between Faris and Derbez while noting a predictable rom com rhythm. Core themes include humility, respect in the workplace, and the value of seeing life through someone else’s perspective. Some viewers note the humor avoids stereotypes and stays light.