I have no idea why Adam Sandler movies rank higher than this. Anyway, if you want to see Chris Farley at his very best then you should check out this little gem. It is literally playing all the time on TNT, USA, FX or SpikeTV. The movie is about a loser who has to step to to save his late father's company from a member of the 1%. Funny how this film is dated but still relevant today, thanks to corporate greed and general American ignorance about what they really should be caring about. If Americans cared half as much about the economy as they do to social or foreign topics then this world would be a much better place. Anyway, Tommy, played by Chris Farley teams up with his childhood nemesis, played by David Spade and they set off on a hilarious sales trip in order to save their company and town. The film is funny as heck, especially if you're watching it for the first time. Farley and Spade are without a doubt one of the greatest comedy duos of all time. 2 years after this film was released Chris Farley died of a cocaine overdose. What a shame. Anyway, I highly recommend this comedy because it can make you laugh without objectifying women or using lewd sexual content to force a laugh out of you.

**may contain spoiler alerts**Peter Segal's "Tommy Boy" is a film of brilliance. It captures you from it's very first second till it's very last, facilitating a high range of emotions throughout the film, yet keeping you equally entertained and comically satisfied from start to finish. The film evokes a meaningful message that enables viewers to more deeply commiserate with the characters alongside their stellar efforts of acting. If you're looking for a comedy to make you fall off the chair, then you are in the right place. In almost every comedy film there is an over- the- top character who over exaggerates "normal" societal expectations. In this film, this character happens to be Tommy (played by actor and well known comedian, Chris Farley), who we first meet as a young boy. Farley does a remarkable job fulfilling the role of "Tommy" by going over the top to sell his character. From the first moment you meet Tommy, your attention is drawn to him. When he passes his final exam in the first few minutes of the film, he absentmindedly runs around campus exclaiming with confidence that he got D+ on his final, allowing him to graduate from college after seven long years, respectively. This is just one example where Farley goes out of his way to make Tommy appear as goofy, but also in a credible manner.Tommy isn't aware of the outside world, which evident in his over-the-top attitude that thwarts his ability to properly perceive reality. When his life takes an unexpected turn for the worse, the pressure is on him to save his father's auto part business, leaving both him and his "long-time friend," Richard (otherwise known as David Spade), to go on a road trip. Spade expresses the role of Richard as a boring, grumpy businessman who isn't satisfied with himself or his job. His character is presented mostly in the first few minutes of the film when Tommy's father gives Tommy his own office and Richard tells Tommy that he doesn't know the first thing about auto parts in a very demeaning, unequivocal manner. Peter Segal did an outstanding job casting roles and unlike a lot of older movies, the acting is like the story line— impressive. The plot manifests abrupt changes in the direction it follows, allowing many unpredictable instances to occur along the way. Without giving away the movie, there are characters who switch roles and end up transforming the plot dramatically. This comedy is more than just a series of laughs, it's a compelling series of events that keeps you intrigued throughout the entirety of the film. The movie is unmistakably hilarious, with the exception of softer moments that tie in nicely to the overall film. Tommy's father, otherwise known as "Big Tom" (Brian Dennehy) announces that he is getting re-married, which is hard for Tommy because of his mother's passing when he was young. Still, he overlooks his father's act of moving on because all Tommy wants is for his father to be happy. When his father dies, respect is gained for Tommy as an acute desire is ignited to save his father's business. Yes, this film isn't one of sadness, but at the same time a message of confidence, self love, and love for others is learned, making the film a lighthearted masterpiece."Tommy Boy" is the classic portrayal of a comedy, and should be watched by all who enjoy a good laugh and a phenomenal movie. The acting is exceptional, especially by the one of the world's greatest comedians, Chris Farley, while the story line is structured in an ensuing style to keep you constantly on the edge of your seat. It is one of the greatest, most heartfelt comedies of all time and I highly recommend this movie to anyone and everyone.

I had never watched a movie with Chris Farley before. That I can remember, at least. This was the first. Makes me sad that he died so incredibly young, from something that could very easily have been avoided.I thought Tommy Boy started out a little weak, it took some time before I got into the mood of the movie. But as it went on, I liked it better and better. It has some genuine emotional moments, and a little more "depth" than I would assume. Now, this is no drama, but it has more heart than I thought it would. And when it is emotional, it's not overdone.Not especially funny, but I did chuckle in a couple scenes. (Let me add that I don't laugh that much from comedies, although I get the humor)Oh, and could the music BE more 90's family comedy?! Very typical, but gets the job done, and makes for a nice light atmosphere.

Tommy is a slow-witted, clumsy guy who recently graduated college after attending for seven years.His father, Big Tom Callahan, owns an auto parts factory.When Tommy arrives home, he finds he has a position at the factory waiting for him. His dad also introduces Tommy to his soon-to-be stepmother, Beverly, and her son Paul.But when Big Tom dies, the factory threatens to go under unless new brake pads are sold.Tommy must go on the road to sell them, along with the assistance of Richard, Big Tom's right-hand man.....Here in England, this was the only Farley film that made it to the big screen, partly because at the time this sort of humour was deemed to immature for wide release.Now cinemas are rife with this stuff, thanks to the dumbing down of civilisation. It's throwaway stuff, and while the film lasts, it's okay.It would have been good to see if Farley would have become something, because his films were on a par with Sandlers at the time.Narrative is straight forward, and the whole point of the film is Farley falling over, being silly, and having crazy hair, while David Spade stands there and rolls his eyes.It's all predictable stuff, there is a point in the film, like every film like this, where they think all is lost, and then they redeem themselves.Forgettable, but slightly endearing.