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Plot: Doctor Leo Marvin, an egotistical psychiatrist in New York City, is looking forward to his forthcoming appearance on a "Good Morning America" telecast during which he plans to brag about Baby Steps, h...( read more read more... )is new book about emotional disorder theories in which he details his philosophy of treating mental patients and their phobias. Meanwhile, Bob Wiley is a recluse who is so afraid to leave his own apartment that he has to talk himself out the door. When Bob is pawned off on Leo by a psychiatrist colleague, Bob becomes attached to Leo. Leo finds Bob extremely annoying. When Leo accompanies his wife Fay, his daughter Anna, and his son Siggy to a peaceful New Hampshire lakeside cottage for a month-long vacation, Leo thinks he's been freed from Bob. Leo expects to mesmerize his family with his prowess as a brilliant husband and remarkable father who knows all there is to know about instructing his wife and raising his kids. But Bob isn't going to let Leo enjoy a quiet summer by the lake. By cleverly tricking the telephone operator at the doctor's exchange, Bob discovers the whereabouts of Leo and his family. Despite his phobia about traveling alone, Bob somehow manages to talk himself onto a bus, and he arrives in New Hampshire. Leo's vacation comes to a screeching halt the moment he sees Bob. With his witty personality and good sense of humor, Bob quickly becomes an annoyance to Leo, but not to Fay, Anna, and Siggy, because they think Bob is fun while Leo is dull. Fearing that he's losing his family to Bob, Leo frantically tries to find a way to make Bob go back to New York, and it's not as easy as Leo had hoped. Leo finds himself stepping outside the law to try to get Bob to stay away from Fay, Anna, and Siggy -- Leo slowly goes berserk, and makes plans to kill Bob.

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  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    October 5, 2008
    This movie is so funny, I think everyone aught so see it. A hilarious pshycapelic movie about a guy that concers his fears by the help of his pshrynk.
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    October 2, 2008
    A very funny movie. I laugh every time I watch it. Bill Murray is very funny in this film. Good watch for the family.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    October 2, 2008
    This movie is THE best movie to watch when you're sick. Makes you laugh and forget you just vomited up your colon.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    September 21, 2008
    Oh, this movie is so funny, and well acted and put together. Even if you don't like these actors you will love this movie and there performances.

  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    September 17, 2008
    This is One of The Funniest and Silliest Comedys I've Ever Seen. It's Predictable At Times, But It's Still A Laugh Out Loud Comedy.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    September 7, 2008
    I watched this with my parents when I was younger. Richard Dreyfuss' character is my dad completely. My mom and I screamed with laughter. Dad didn't take it as well lol.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    August 14, 2008
    Funny parts, even tho it kind of pissed me out sometimes. Predictable, but not entirely. Murray was pretty great. And after all, a true story ^_^
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    August 13, 2008
    Love Bill Murray in this film but I really couldn't stand Richard Dreyfuss's character. I just wanted to smack him he annoyed me so much. But Bill Murray was Hysterical in this.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    August 12, 2008
    This is one of my most favorite comedy films, Bill Murray did a fantastic job, and Richard Dreyfuss is so funny! Lord help the doctors if you had this type of a patient. Simply hilarious and highly recommended for the whole family!
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    August 10, 2008
    wow i have just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch.....this movie has got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie...i think that bill murray is great as bob in this movie...i think that the director of this Action & Adventure, Drama, Comedy, Kids & Family movie had done a good job of directing this movie because you never know what 2 expect throughout this movie this is a good movie 2 watch its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie its enjoyable throughout this movie..i think that this is a good bill murray movie 2 watch because he is a good comic actor n hes made some good movies throughout n hes a really funny man 2 watch in movies
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    August 9, 2008
    "Take a vacation. A vacation from your problems." One of Bills funniest for sure. Baby steps to the elevator.
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    MCT:
    July 31, 2008
    o gosh.. bob i hate that name. it reminds me of this sick joke everyone at my school just luuvss to tell to everyone. lol
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 20, 2008
    This movie makes me wonder how insane the non-insane people can get when pushed to their limit. . . Oh wait, that is why this movie exists- it explains that very thing!
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    July 14, 2008
    This is a good movie. I can't believe it's been that long since it was released. Where does the time go?
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    July 13, 2008
    "I feel good I feel great I feel wonderful... I feel good I feel great I feel wonderful... I feel good I feel great I feel wonderful..." I love that movie Bill Murray is amazing.
  • 5.0 Stars
    MCT:
    July 11, 2008
    one of bill murray's bests. he's so innocent and funny! "gimme gimme gimme. i need, i need i need!" haha, ah, christ
  • 4.5 Stars
    MCT:
    June 25, 2008
    Everywheres you look Bob is there.He becomes a real pest to one family and no matter what they do Bob is still around.If you get bored and you want to see what its like to pester someone watch this movie.
  • Want To See
    MCT:
    June 22, 2008
    What about him?.. Was gonna leave it as is, but having read the description, it may be worth watching if the chance comes..
  • 3.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 19, 2008
    It was a decent movie with a few funny parts. It wasn't anything spectacular but it still made me laugh at a few parts.
  • 2.5 Stars
    MCT:
    June 12, 2008
    An adorable film to watch but I can't say this I will probably see it again unless someone else puts it on. I recommend seeing it once...
  • 2.0 Stars
    MCT:
    June 2, 2008
    A disturbing comedy about a man that cant go away. I have never really liked Bill Murray except in Ghostbusters, this film is a great example as to why. He is really talented at being annoying.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 26, 2008
    [Leo is strapping a bomb to Bob]
    Dr. Leo Marvin: "This is black powder, Bob. A teaspoon of it can blow up a tree stump.
    Bob Wiley: How much you got there?
    Dr. Leo Marvin: Twenty pounds.
    Dr. Leo Marvin: You understand, right? There's no other solution. You won't go away.
    Bob Wiley: Yes, I will.
    Dr. Leo Marvin: No, you won't. You're just saying you will, so that when I don't kill you, you'll show up again and make everyone else in my life think you are wonderful and I'm a schmuck. But I'm not a schmuck, Bob, and I'm not going to let you breeze into town and steal my family away just because you're crazy enough to be fun. "


    Dr. Leo Marvin (Richard Dreyfuss) is at the pinnacle of his psychiatry career. His new book, Baby Steps, is such a huge success that Good Morning America's crew is coming to interview him while he's on vacation with his family at Lake Winnipesaukee. The day before he leaves, however, he meets a new patient,Bob Wiley (Bill Murray),who's about to change everything. Bob, in his own words, has problems. He's afraid of pretty much everything. But in just one session with Dr. Marvin, he realizes that he's finally found the man who can help him. So when Dr. Marvin announces that he'll be away until the end of the summer, Bob is beside himself. So, following the advice found in Dr. Marvin's life-changing book, Bob sets out to find his doctor back. When Bob shows up at Lake Winnipesaukee, Leo is horrified. Everyone else in the family, however, takes an instant liking to Bob and they welcome him into their home. He helps Leo's wife, Fay (Julie Hagerty), with the dishes, he learns how to sail with Leo's daughter, Anna (Kathryn Erbe), and he teaches Leo's son, Siggy (Charlie Korsmo), to dive. The longer Bob stays, the more Leo's family loves him and the more Leo tries to get rid of him using any method that works. But like the cat in the famous song, Bob just keeps coming back. It's side-aching, belly-laughing hilarious without being crude or offensive. The role of "Bob" seems almost tailor made for Bill Murray, and director Frank Oz clearly had a grasp on how to pull out of Murray a performance capturing the heart, soul and humor of the character.

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  • movieslayer
    Does anyone have a clip of the choking scene in this movie. It was hilarious and I need it for a presentation I am doing. Email it if you have it. thx
    posted 483 days ago
  • whatawaster
    saw most of this movie but missed the end!!
    what happens at end??
    cos it seems like its gonna b a really dark end and like bob kills the shrink or sumt lol

    ggreat film tho!!!(well what ive seeen of it)
    posted 690 days ago
  • bilal29051997
    bilal_29.05.1997@hotmail.com
    posted 754 days ago
  • smilingmonkey92
    its totally a lol movie
    posted 822 days ago
  • bluetiger916
    I LOVE THIS MOVIE!! it is so awesome and hilarious! have fun watching this! i rated it 5 stars!
    posted 844 days ago

Details


  • Rated: (PG)
  • Directed by: Frank Oz
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy
  • Released: January 1, 1991
  • DVD Released: July 11, 2000

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