Mr. Deeds

In this 2002 comedy directed by Steven Brill, Adam Sandler stars as Longfellow Deeds, a small-town pizzeria owner who unexpectedly inherits a vast fortune from a distant relative. As Deeds navigates the complexities of his newfound wealth, he encounters a host of colorful characters, including a tabloid reporter played by Winona Ryder, who initially seeks to exploit his story. The film explores themes of integrity and kindness amidst the chaos of wealth and media scrutiny. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it remains a light-hearted and entertaining watch. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.