Worse help is hard to find
 
Ally Sheedy plays Jessie Montgomery, a rich out of control brat.  Raised in Beverly Hills by her widowed father (Tom Skerritt) Jessie never learned the meaning of the world no, but now her wild behavior has her father wishing she was never born. His wish is granted by fairy godmother Stella, played by Beverly D Angelo, in an effort to save Jessie and teach her a much needed lesson. Jessie goes from a wild child without a care in the world to being homeless, penniless and without anyone who recognizes her from her former life. She is forced to take a job as a maid for a wealthy family to earn a living and must quickly learn how to get along with the existing staff.
 
Sheedy and Skerritt are solid throughout this film. A very funny 80s comedy with some hip romance built in. This movie is both funny and touching and shows the importance of true friendship.
Cast & Crew
Actors:
Ally Sheedy
Tom Skerritt
Valerie Perrine
Beverly D'Angelo
Rainbow Phoenix
Michael Ontkean
Dick Shawn
Writers:
Any Jones
Perry Howze
Randy Howze
 
Producers:
Mort Engelberg
Herb Jaffe
 
Directors:
Any Jones
Product Information
Features:
Scene Index
Interactive Menus
Video:
Standard 1.33:1 Color
Audio: (more info)
ENGLISH: Dolby Digital Surround [CC]
 
Studio: Artisan
Production Year: 1987
Release Date: 6/18/2002
 
Length: 92 mins
Rating: PG
Chapters: 23