Mr. Deeds Today

When his long-lost wealthy uncle dies unexpectedly, Deeds inherits a massive corporate media empire worth $40 billion. He is whisked away to New York City, where he is immediately overwhelmed by greedy executives, scheming board members, and cynical media.

Local tabloid TV producer Chuck Cedar (Peter Gallagher) and his ruthless reporter, Babe Bennett (Winona Ryder), plot to humiliate Deeds for ratings. Babe pretends to be a small-town nurse named "Pam Dawson" to get close to him. Initially, Deeds is charmed by her, but eventually learns the truth. Mr. Deeds