CHANCES ARE is a charming romantic fantasy about a woman (Cybill Shepherd) whose husband (Christopher McDonald) is killed shortly after learning she is pregnant. We then see the husband in heaven letting the powers that be know that he was taken too soon and that his wife needs him. He is told he can return to earth but not as himself. Flashforward 19 years where we see Shepherd's daughter (Mary Stuart Masterson) preparing to graduate from college and encountering a young man (Robert Downey Jr.)who, it turns out is the reincarnation of her father. The film is a little on the predictable side...the story goes all the places you expect it to, but it is so charmingly played by an energetic cast (especially Shepherd and Downey) that you can't help but get wrapped up in the fun. Shepherd has rarely been seen on screen to better advantage and she and Downey are backed by a talented group of character actors in supporting roles. A lovely and charming fantasy that will engulf and enchant you.

Not a film to be taken seriously, but a great little film nonetheless.It's definitely NOT just a piece of fluff. The acting, IMO, is excellent.One of those films you wouldn't go out of your way to see, but it brings a smile every time it comes around on cable. Like an old friend.Definitely worth seeing if you get the chance. - - - - - - -

While a previous comment mentioned that Cybil Shepard was miscast and the ending was stupid, I have to argue that sometimes top notch execution supersedes such shortcomings.For some reason this is one of those films (and there aren't many) that you might catch on cable while flipping and get stuck there. Even if you've seen it before, there is something so raw and entertaining in it's delivery that you just get sucked into every scene.If Cybil was miscast, and I don't believe that she was, she still pulled it off. The chemistry between all the actors is palpable. But I mainly credit the writer and director for accomplishing something that few filmmakers can: taking a fairly far-fetched story and making you savor every moment anyway.

Seen it... felt that it is a very nice and touching show..A beautiful love / comedy.. Highly recommended for all.. Very funny too...