Ruthless People

In this dark comedy, a wealthy businessman, played by Danny DeVito, plans to murder his wife to inherit her fortune, only to have her kidnapped by a couple seeking revenge. The plot takes a twist when the husband is delighted by the kidnapping, refusing to pay the ransom, leading to a series of comedic and unexpected events. Bette Midler stars as the kidnapped wife, delivering a memorable performance that adds to the film’s humor and charm. Directed by Jim Abrahams, the film showcases a unique blend of humor and crime, characteristic of the Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker team. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.