This movie was unjustly dismissed when it came out. It's no classic, but has many genuinely funny moments. It has playful fun with sexual roles in our society, and its positive message seems to be that friendship and caring are more important than sex. Patrick Dempsey showed a real flair for physical comedy that hasn't been utilized since, and the supporting cast, especially Kirstie Alley and Carrie Fisher, seem to be having lots of fun. Worth a look!
36 Reviews
A guilty pleasure
juanbuddha16 October 2002
While not doing anything particularly well, Loverboy won me over by the sheer lunacy of the plot. Guy breaks up with girl, needs money, delivers pizzas, becomes male hooker.... You get the point. It's so dumb that I love it. Patrick Dempsey is surprisingly good in this movie playing the naive, bumbling gigolo who stumbles into his new job. It's worth watching on cable.
Delivery Guy ... a his special service!
sagyck11 May 2006
"Loverboy" is so funny! This is a really good teen movie! I saw and buy the movie many years ago! Patrick Dempsey (Randy) was the Male-Molly Ringwald in teen movie for years! A lot of good actor work in this underrated movie: Carrie Fisher (Ex: Princess Leïa Ortega, Star Wars # IV,V,VI), Kirstie Alley (Look Who's Talking,...Too,...Now) she was so gorgeous in the blue leather dress, Kate Jackson (Charlie's Angels:The Series/Scarecrow & Mrs. King), Barbara Carrera (Ex: Angelica Nero, Dallas), Nancy Valen (A very beautiful actress who doesn't have her deserved career). Dempsey has chemistry with all the ladies... I like the finale of the movie at the Restaurant! With is father who discovered his son is not gay! Ladies goes to the police station for their Hubby. Honorable mention to Robert Picardo, Vic Trebak, Robert Ginty.
A feel good movie!
Éryck Bergeron
A feel good movie!
Éryck Bergeron
Underrated and Very Funny!
ebert_jr2 June 2002
One of several 80's comedies that are still fresh today, and one of my favorites. Patrick Dempsey (as Randy) showed some amazing talent in this film and played the role perfectly. I had forgotten the film was released in '89; it has the spirit of many of the films from earlier that decade but without much of the trashiness and better writing.
Cute farce
jellopuke9 July 2018
Some of this wouldn't fly in today's world, like the subplot where the dad is worried that his son is gay, but the overall plot is very much like a Three's Company episode on steroids. Sure it all wraps up WAY too neatly, but there's a solid progression and a few good laughs. Overall a decent underrated 80's sex comedy.
The love doctor of Beverly Hills.
vertigo_1427 April 2004
This was one of three romance comedies (along with In The Mood and Can't Buy Me Love) that Patrick Dempsey starred in around '87 and '88 about a young guy who knows who he wants to be with, he just can't seem to figure it out at first.
Loverboy, actually, is a plot very similar to In The Mood because it deals with a young man "wooing" older women and eventually, they teach him something about love that he will help appreciate a young girlfriend, when he finds one.
Loverboy concerns the story of hot shot Randy Bodek (Dempsey). Things aren't going well. His girlfriend, Jenny (Nancy Valen), thinks he's ashamed of her because he won't tell his parents that he's living with her. But Randy doesn't want to bring up live-in girlfriends to his folks yet because they're about to be baffled by a near flunking report card. So needless to say, Randy is on the brink with both his girlfriend and his parents. His dad refuses to pay Randy's tuition for the next semester, so, as Randy says, "I'm going to start me real life, how hard can that be?" But Randy is in for a rude awakening.
What started out as a pizza delivery job at Senor Pizza turns into Randy's goal to earn enough cash to get back into school and patch things up with Jenny. Things aren't so simple once Randy meets Alex Barnett (Barbara Carerra) an elegant, but mysterious woman who Randy spends some time with. Randy Bodek suddenly becomes "the love doctor of Beverly Hills" (according to his goofy friend, Sal) because now he is being personally called on to deliver anchovi pizzas (the codeword) to the rich, lonely housewives. It seems quite shallow, but Randy's agenda hardly ever includes sleeping with the women. They just want a guy to spend time with them and get some affection from when their work-a-holic or cheating husbands have neglected them. Randy gets an unusual education in, pardon the cliche, what women want.
It's a pretty funny movie because Randy has to hide his new reputation from his parents and nearly everyone else, so it leads to some hastily investigated conclusions as to what Randy might be up to. Plus, Randy, a pretty wimpy looking guy, must also hide from eager husbands looking to put the kid out of business, just as soon as they can figure out what it is that is making their wives all of sudden cheerful.
It's good stuff, lazy Saturday afternoon type comedy with a good cast--Patrick Dempsey, Barbara Carerra, E.G. Daily, Kirstie Alley, Carie Fisher, and my favorite Bernie Coulson (he plays Sal). It is a funny movie about one guy's strange attempt to show his girlfriend that he cares about her. But in all honesty, I would recommend watching 'In the Mood' first, as that is the better of these two similar stories.
Loverboy, actually, is a plot very similar to In The Mood because it deals with a young man "wooing" older women and eventually, they teach him something about love that he will help appreciate a young girlfriend, when he finds one.
Loverboy concerns the story of hot shot Randy Bodek (Dempsey). Things aren't going well. His girlfriend, Jenny (Nancy Valen), thinks he's ashamed of her because he won't tell his parents that he's living with her. But Randy doesn't want to bring up live-in girlfriends to his folks yet because they're about to be baffled by a near flunking report card. So needless to say, Randy is on the brink with both his girlfriend and his parents. His dad refuses to pay Randy's tuition for the next semester, so, as Randy says, "I'm going to start me real life, how hard can that be?" But Randy is in for a rude awakening.
What started out as a pizza delivery job at Senor Pizza turns into Randy's goal to earn enough cash to get back into school and patch things up with Jenny. Things aren't so simple once Randy meets Alex Barnett (Barbara Carerra) an elegant, but mysterious woman who Randy spends some time with. Randy Bodek suddenly becomes "the love doctor of Beverly Hills" (according to his goofy friend, Sal) because now he is being personally called on to deliver anchovi pizzas (the codeword) to the rich, lonely housewives. It seems quite shallow, but Randy's agenda hardly ever includes sleeping with the women. They just want a guy to spend time with them and get some affection from when their work-a-holic or cheating husbands have neglected them. Randy gets an unusual education in, pardon the cliche, what women want.
It's a pretty funny movie because Randy has to hide his new reputation from his parents and nearly everyone else, so it leads to some hastily investigated conclusions as to what Randy might be up to. Plus, Randy, a pretty wimpy looking guy, must also hide from eager husbands looking to put the kid out of business, just as soon as they can figure out what it is that is making their wives all of sudden cheerful.
It's good stuff, lazy Saturday afternoon type comedy with a good cast--Patrick Dempsey, Barbara Carerra, E.G. Daily, Kirstie Alley, Carie Fisher, and my favorite Bernie Coulson (he plays Sal). It is a funny movie about one guy's strange attempt to show his girlfriend that he cares about her. But in all honesty, I would recommend watching 'In the Mood' first, as that is the better of these two similar stories.
An oldie and, mostly, goodie
inkblot1115 March 2013
Randy (Patrick Dempsey) has fallen in love with a co-ed at this college. In fact, the two are living together. But, alas, Randy can't seem to tell his folks when they arrive to take him home for a break. His gal is not happy. She's not the only one. when his parents (mom is played by Kate Jackson) find out that his grades are just terrible, they pull him out of school altogether. Now, Randy will have to get a lucrative summer job, so that he can afford next year's tuition. But, his delivery job at Senor Pizza doesn't seem to be cutting it. Plus, Randy hates having to sport a fake mustache and zany outfit, as well as getting behind thee wheel of a sombrero-topped car! But, hold the phone! Sometimes Randy has to deliver to Beverly Hills. It is there that a lovely lady (Barbara Carrera) offers to give excellent tips for a bit of fun in the sack. She's not the only one. Soon, several frustrated wives of 90210 (Kristie Alley, Carrie Fisher, and others) are ordering pizzas with extra anchovies. That's the signal that they wish Randy to be the deliveryman. But, with all this action, aren't husbands bound to find out and be very upset? Also, with the money he is collecting, it looks like Randy will be headed back to college. What in the world will he tell his girlfriend, if she still loves him? As one of Dempsey's first big roles, this is a charmer with plenty of laughs. Yes, the subject matter is somewhat risqué, which will not please everyone. Even so, most viewers will appreciate the fine cast, the nice setting, the great costumes and the go-for-broke attitude. No, its not very sophisticated and has a good deal of crude humor. But, all in all, this is truly an oldie and, mostly, goodie.
Breezy comedy, appealing cast, if only the pace was quicker
shawnpowell197326 February 2021
As assembly comedies from the late 80's go; Loverboy is a harmless near-miss. This may be Patrick Dempsey at his most winning. He isn't playing a creepy dork (Meatballs 3) or dull eye candy (every appearance since 1999) he makes for a likable protagonist in what is essentially a male fantasy directed by a woman. As a fan of b-movies I got a kick out of seeing Robert Ginty in a comedy and Loverboy does feature some of the most gorgeous actresses working at the time. One big complaint; the pacing. A farce like this should zip zip zip with tensions and missunderstandings galore. This happens sporadically but not enough. The reason most Blake Edwards movies work and Weekend at Bernies (released a few months after Loverboy) is a classic is because they never let the energy stop. Perhaps director Joan M Silver (RIP) was looking for some nuance or maybe it edited by studio suits. I suppose Loverboy qualifies as a rainy afternoon watch.
i wish i liked anchovies....
dreba21 August 2002
Patrick Dempsey is a cutie pie, especially in this movie. He plays the awkward, gangly every-guy with such aplomb it doesn't seem like an act. This movie is a lot of fun! It's one amusing situation after another. Kate Jackson, Kirstie Alley and Barbara Carrera are all wonderful in their roles. It's too bad this movie didn't get the recognition it deserved.
A funny late 80s romp
SillyPuddy29 April 2009
Movies like this really put me in a good mood (if I'm not in one already) and are just effortlessly entertaining. Reminds me of other late 80s comedies of this sort like A Fine Mess and Skin Deep. The key is the cast makes it all look so easy. They are all very good comedic actors which helps. As the misunderstandings pile up, so do the awkward physical antics of Dempsey. This is in fact the only thing that I think took away from the abundant charm of this movie. He was in my opinion too over the top with his physical acting. I'm referring some of the scenes where his stunts were not necessary like the lawn chair scene by the pool???? Then he returns to the restaurant looking for Jen and he vaults off the counter. It was funny when the Japanese woman threw him but enough already! Its too cartoonish and forced. The director took too many liberties here and took away from what could of been much better comedy.
makes no sense
roadwaycircus3 September 2009
this is the weirdest movie I've ever seen in my entire life.
I was watching Family Guy and after it was over, this movie Loverboy came on. So, I sat down and watched it.
And, boy, did I regret it!
the story makes no sense what so ever, the cuts are unnecessary, there's no humor, and the acting sucks! It's stupid, weird and awful! Don't watch this abomination!!!!!!! Evvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!! I might have made the mistake of watching it, but you shouldn't! Avoid this piece of s*#t!
-Zach
I was watching Family Guy and after it was over, this movie Loverboy came on. So, I sat down and watched it.
And, boy, did I regret it!
the story makes no sense what so ever, the cuts are unnecessary, there's no humor, and the acting sucks! It's stupid, weird and awful! Don't watch this abomination!!!!!!! Evvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!! I might have made the mistake of watching it, but you shouldn't! Avoid this piece of s*#t!
-Zach
An 80's Teen Masterpiece
sleopold7 August 2002
Truly the brightest star in the Patrick Dempsey firmament, "Loverboy" stands out as one of the more enjoyable teen comedies from the 80's. While the subject matter is a little more risque than most teen movies from the era, it is handled in a fun manner, and gets across a good message in the end. Well, okay, maybe it's not such a positive message, but it's still a lot of fun, and has a great supporting cast, including Carrie Fisher in her 6th best movie ever.
Misunderstandings Galore: A star-filled episode of Three's Company
CLundmark28 January 2002
What a surprise! (The cast, not the quality of this movie.) It was worth watching if only to see Vic Tabac, Kirstie Alley, Kate Jackson, Carrie Fisher, and yes, I think that was Lisa Kudrow. It's more than a coincidence many of the stars are famous for slapstick sitcom humor. All it needed was Susanne Sommers to nearly duplicate a PG-13 episode of Threes Company, with misunderstandings piling up like a string of accidents during rush hour on the Long Island Expressway. In short, a movie deserving a score of 4 brought up to a 6 by the star-filled cast.
Not good...
MarieGabrielle11 October 2006
Because I like Kim Miyori I actually tried to watch this comedy. The plot is razor-thin; a pizza boy who delivers more than food. (Wait, wasn't that also a plot on The Movie Channel Saturday night soft porn for the 80's?).
No matter. This movie also has Rob Camiletti (Cher's discard), Vic Tayback, Carrie Fisher (Why, Carrie, why?) and Patrick Dempsey, who has been around for awhile now, and is a lot more popular now. This was made in 1989, which gives you an idea of what the quality of cable films was, at the time.
If you like Patrick Dempsey, you may be able to watch this. Otherwise, skip it. 3.5/10.
No matter. This movie also has Rob Camiletti (Cher's discard), Vic Tayback, Carrie Fisher (Why, Carrie, why?) and Patrick Dempsey, who has been around for awhile now, and is a lot more popular now. This was made in 1989, which gives you an idea of what the quality of cable films was, at the time.
If you like Patrick Dempsey, you may be able to watch this. Otherwise, skip it. 3.5/10.
Acting at its best.
Smarty160027 October 2002
I realize that this movie is not quite Oscar worthy, but it is definitely my favorite of all time. It is great if you need cheering up or if you're just in the mood for a laugh. I highly recommend purchasing this movie...it is a must for all movie collections. Wow, the way I'm promoting it, you'd think I owned the rights or something! :)
A Silly Late 80's Film With A Great Cast
Easygoer1024 June 2019
Who would have thought the cast of this film would be a who's who of (mostly) top shelf TV actors? There are some exceptions: Real A-listers like Kirstie Alley, Carrie Fisher, etc. I almost didn't recognize Robert Picardo, from "Star Trek Voyager" and the "Stargate" TV spinoffs: "Stargate SG-1", "Stargate Atlantis" and "Stargate Universe". He has hair, although I highly doubt it is natural, even when this film was made. This is worth a watch, if only for the cast.
A Steamy Comedy with a Twist
wisemantonofski28 February 2019
A witty twist on classic romantic comedy clichés, there's a perfect blend of physical and scenario humour that makes up the foundation on which this enjoyable story is built. Misadventure begets misunderstanding and enjoyable misfortune on the parts of almost every individual arc, and there's a charming likeability to Dempsey's character that endears to the hopeless romantic in everyone.
the mysterious sex appeal of teenage Dempsey
SnoopyStyle5 August 2017
Jenny Gordon feels unappreciated as her boyfriend and college roommate Randy Bodek (Patrick Dempsey) hides her from his parents (Kate Jackson, Robert Ginty). He's failing and aimless. It's summer break and his father cuts him off. He works at the pizza place and is desperate for cash. He delivers to older woman Alex Barnett (Barbara Carrera) and has a fling. She pays him for his time and spreads the word. Soon, many of the local wealthy women order from the pizza boy for extra anchovies. Meanwhile, his parents believe that he's hiding a gay boyfriend.
I've never understood the sex appeal of the geeky scrawny teenage years of Patrick Dempsey. His comedic awkward act is too obvious. He's too eager and tries too hard. I like my geeky nerds to be more self-deprecating. This does not help although the movie is a functional sex farce. I'm sure that some teen girls find him sexually appealing and funny at same time. If you think that, then this should work great.
I've never understood the sex appeal of the geeky scrawny teenage years of Patrick Dempsey. His comedic awkward act is too obvious. He's too eager and tries too hard. I like my geeky nerds to be more self-deprecating. This does not help although the movie is a functional sex farce. I'm sure that some teen girls find him sexually appealing and funny at same time. If you think that, then this should work great.
Fun Excellent 80's Teen Movie
rebmarch15 June 2013
One of those fun silly teen 80's movies, that brings out a lot of memories. Funny when I see Dempsey creeping towards 50 now and how he still has his boyish looks.
I am a huge fan of both Kate Jackson and Kirstie Alley, nice to see both women in this movie, Kate from 'Charlie's Angels' and Kirstie's career was really taking off between 'Cheers' and the 'Look Who's Talking' movies and, working with hunky Mark Harmon a second time in 'Summer School'.
I just enjoy goofy comedies in general and 'Loverboy' fit the bill every time. It looked like all of the actors were having a good time filming.
For someone growing up in the 80's as a teen this movie is a guilty pleasure and I highly recommend it.
I am a huge fan of both Kate Jackson and Kirstie Alley, nice to see both women in this movie, Kate from 'Charlie's Angels' and Kirstie's career was really taking off between 'Cheers' and the 'Look Who's Talking' movies and, working with hunky Mark Harmon a second time in 'Summer School'.
I just enjoy goofy comedies in general and 'Loverboy' fit the bill every time. It looked like all of the actors were having a good time filming.
For someone growing up in the 80's as a teen this movie is a guilty pleasure and I highly recommend it.
Kiddie Adultery No Thanks
dansview10 December 2013
I am a big Patrick Dempsey fan, including his early nerd movies, but I'm not a fan of adultery or 40 year old women bedding 15 year old boys, which is what he looked like in this one.
In reality he was early 20's and supposed to be maybe 19 or 20, but because of his build and baby face, it was creepy. It looked like these women were his mom.
Of course in real life, that same year, he married a woman 26 years older than him.
I loved the colorful 80's animated opening and the early music, but the rest was redundant. He was a charming funnyman, but this was the wrong vehicle.
Enjoyed appearances of Dylan Walsh and the guitar player from Eddie and the Cruisers Part 2.
In reality he was early 20's and supposed to be maybe 19 or 20, but because of his build and baby face, it was creepy. It looked like these women were his mom.
Of course in real life, that same year, he married a woman 26 years older than him.
I loved the colorful 80's animated opening and the early music, but the rest was redundant. He was a charming funnyman, but this was the wrong vehicle.
Enjoyed appearances of Dylan Walsh and the guitar player from Eddie and the Cruisers Part 2.
One of my favorite comedies growing up
DunnDeeDaGreat9 June 2002
I remember being eight years old and seeing Loverboy for the first time in the theater. The film is very funny and features the delightful Patrick Dempsey in one of his better roles. The film has sexy women and great one-liners. If you've never seen it check it out.
Frustrated Wives and a Pizza Delivery Man
Uriah4329 May 2020
This film essentially begins with a young college student by the name of "Randy" (Patrick Dempsey) having an argument with his girlfriend "Jenny" (Nancy Valen) which leads to their breaking up. Not long after that his father "Joe" (Robert Ginty) tells him that he will no longer pay for his college tuition because his grades are so bad. So with nothing else to do for that summer he decides to get a job delivering pizzas to try to get enough money to eventually get back to school. It's during this time that he meets a woman by the name of "Alex" (Barbara Carrera) who seduces him on one of his deliveries. To top things off, she not only pays him for his time and effort but also gives his number to several of her other rich friends who are married but have since become extremely frustrated and bored. Yet even though Randy is making more money than he ever dreamed possible he has overlooked one small problem-the husbands of these wives. Now rather than reveal any more I will just say that this comedy had a good cast and a decent plot with several attractive ladies like Kate Jackson (as Randy's mother "Diane"), Kim Miyori ("Kyoko Bruckner") and the aforementioned Barbara Carrera and Nancy Valen to enhance the scenery. The problem, however, is that the humor was hit-and-miss throughout and it's for that reason that I have rated this film accordingly. Slightly below average.
a side order of "loverboy"
sosapierce18 April 2013
Right now it feels like it would have been a high risk bet that Patrick Dempsey's career wouldn't survived the 1980s. It did. Carrie Fisher, Robert Picardo, Dylan Walsh and Kirstie Alley have done well for themselves too. Kate Jackson stars as Dempsey's mom, Diane Bodek. Randy Bodek (Dempsey) is the "Loverboy" in this doped up teen comedy which isn't bad for what it is. Randy works at Senor Pizza but wants to make more money to impress his girlfriend, Jenny (Nancy Halen). He scores older women to make extra cash on the side. Comically, he services women like Dr. Joyce Palmer (Alley), Monica (Fisher), and Kyoko (Kim Miyori). Randy's newfound popularity is the talk of the town, and people start to look into it with ensuing hilarity. Only in a comedy could a dude realistically justify whoring himself out for his girlfriend's benefit.
A silly 80s screwball rom com
lisafordeay20 February 2022
Warning: Spoilers
Loverboy is a 1989 film starring Patrick Dempsey, Carrie Fisher, Kate Jackson and Kirstie Alley. A pizza delivery driver named Randy Bodek is struggling to make amends with money,so he does the unthinkable and beds older women who pay him. Will he win over his college girlfriend Jenny?.
The reason I wanted to watch this was because of Patrick Dempsey. Known for starring in screwball movies involving sex it was amazing to see him evolve into other roles e.g. Enchanted, Transformers 3 and Freedom Writers are some where he doesn't seem interested in sex.
If your a fan of Patrick Dempsey do give it a shot.
The reason I wanted to watch this was because of Patrick Dempsey. Known for starring in screwball movies involving sex it was amazing to see him evolve into other roles e.g. Enchanted, Transformers 3 and Freedom Writers are some where he doesn't seem interested in sex.
If your a fan of Patrick Dempsey do give it a shot.
A very cute 80's movie
Zingbot_900024 June 2001
I really liked this movie. I thought it was very humorous and had a nice plot with many plot twists. Many well known actresses with cameo roles. I believe it's Lisa Kudrow playing Tony's girlfriend. Am I wrong? She is not credited. It may be her first role. Anyways, I recommend this movie to anyone who loves a good 80's teenage sex movie in the vain of the Valley Girl, Better Off Dead and Fast Times.
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