John Burns is actually in a psychiatric hospital – until he is offered the opportunity to escape by chance. Under a false name, he takes over a therapist's radio show and quickly becomes an audience favorite thanks to his unconventional advice. As its popularity grows, police, clinic staff, and real experts are increasingly in turmoil. A fast-paced comedy about identity, media hype and the search for normality - carried by an excellently cheerful ensemble. "The Couch Trip" is one of the charming studio comedies of the late 80s and thrives on the interaction of its stars. Dan Aykroyd convinces as an improvising impostor, while Walter Matthau counters with dry humour. Director Michael Ritchie combines classic screwball elements with media satire and delivers an entertaining comedy full of wordplay and situational comedy.