Approaching forty, "Mitch," "Ed," and "Phil"—played by Billy Crystal, Bruno Kirby, and Daniel Stern—realize their demanding city careers aren't bringing them much satisfaction, so they impulsively decide to drive a herd of cows from Mexico to Colorado. Completely out of their element and unfamiliar with the outdoors, these men find themselves under the supervision of the gruff "Curly," portrayed by Jack Palance, who …

It's genuinely amusing. Billy Crystal and his companions go on a vacation to a dude ranch, seeking some excitement. The film is filled with jokes and visual humor that come quickly and frequently. Jack Palance gained recognition through his cowboy behavior and performing push-ups with one arm. I particularly enjoyed a scene unrelated to the ranch setting; Mitch (Crystal) attempts to explain how a DVD recorder can…