Samuel-Shovel The "Odd Couple" pairing is a trope that has been done countless times by now. What makes this movie work is Bill Murray & Richard Dreyfuss' chemistry. Apparently the two didn't like each other on set but this plays perfectly into this film. Murray's antics had me laughing out loud numerous times. This is one of the best roles I've seen him play. Dreyfuss plays his role perfectly as the uptight psychologist. It's these two men's performances that really makes this an enjoyable film to watch.I don't think anyone considers this film a classic as far as comedies go but it's a fun time with some good jokes. The end is a bit too campy for my taste and not all the jokes land but Murray's performance is good enough to warrant a recommend out of me.

gwnightscream Bill Murray, Richard Dreyfuss, Julie Hagerty, Charlie Korsmo and Kathryn Erbe star in this 1991 comedy. This begins in New York where we meet Bob Wiley (Murray), a misanthrope who meets psychiatrist, Leo Marvin (Dreyfuss) who is about to spend a month on vacation with his family in New Hampshire. After Leo tries to help Bob with his illness, Bob tracks him down at his lake house and starts getting on his nerves. Hagerty (Airplane) plays Leo's wife, Fay, Korsmo (Dick Tracy) plays their son, Siggy and Erbe (Law & Order) plays Anna, their daughter. This is a good comedy and Murray & Dreyfuss are great in it. I recommend this.

TheBigSnack Bob is a character no longer on radar who is hounded into a psychiatric practise of a therapist who has a strong career plan. He seems to be guided by the negation of a green-eyed devil, or rival interest, for treatment of a hypothetical condition.One day, Bob is surprised to learn his therapist, Dr. Leo Marvin, is the author of best-seller 'Baby Steps' a form of therapy used for those who need to make challenging small changes in life.However, Bob may be unaware of who his enemies really are. It seems that Bob is only suffering from making less famous people look bad.When Dr. Leo Marvin leaves for his country home to promote his book in the company of his perfect family, Bob decides he can wait no longer for his favourite 'Baby Steps' and hops a bus to surprise his most believed in healer.On arrival, Bob is found to be the man who should have always been there, and is almost instantly a family member. Dr. Leo Marvin conversely is completely undone and destroyed by the introduction of Bob and invents hideous plans to ruin Bob forever.With no avail the plans are returned to haunt Dr. Leo Marvin who quickly goes insane. 'Believing Bob' and family remain unconditionally lovingly supportive and united.A very hilarious gag-fest with some pleasant surprises.

Geeky Randy Successful but egotistical psychotherapist (Dreyfuss) is pushed to the edge when an overly-dependent new patient suffering from multiple phobias (Murray) tracks him down during his vacation and befriends his family. The plot outline comes across as a clichéd thriller, but it's actually a refreshingly original comedy, thanks to Murray's performance as the titular character who is unwittingly manipulative and narcissistic. Filmed on Smith Mountain Lake in Moneta, Virginia, which is a gorgeous substitute for the Lake Winnipesaukee setting. The replay value and timelessness are amazing, with many brownie-points going to the brilliance of Frank Oz's modesty as a storyteller. Erbe, Hagerty and Korsmo are all great in their supporting roles.**** (out of four)