In this dark comedy directed by Danny DeVito, the story follows a struggling writer, played by Billy Crystal, who becomes entangled in a murder plot with his eccentric student, portrayed by DeVito himself. The student proposes a crisscross murder scheme inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s “Strangers on a Train,” targeting his overbearing mother, played by Anne Ramsey. The film is known for its humorous take on the thriller genre and features standout performances, particularly by Ramsey, who received an Academy Award nomination for her role. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.