Toothless (1997)

Toothless has a wonderfully offbeat hook: it takes a sharp, grown-up professional and drops her into a whimsical afterlife job where compassion matters more than credentials, and it plays that premise with sincere warmth. Kirstie Alley carries the film with bright comedic timing and an unexpectedly tender edge, turning what could’ve been a gimmick into a genuinely feel-good journey about second chances and small acts of kindness. The vibe is light, magical, and family-friendly, with just enough romance and gentle sentiment to leave you smiling rather than sugary. If you’re looking for a comforting, charming fantasy-comedy that doesn’t ask much except that you believe in a little everyday wonder, this one earns its sweetness.

Toothless is clearly aiming for a light, family-friendly afterlife rom-com with a cute “dentist becomes Tooth Fairy” hook and a bit of heart about second chances. The problem is it often feels like a bargain-bin TV movie: cheap-looking production, corny jokes, and a plot that runs on convenient leaps rather than logic, which makes the fantasy premise hard to buy into. Direction and pacing can be grating, so if you’re sensitive to low-budget whimsy and saccharine sentiment, this may test your patience. Still, if you enjoy goofy 90s fluff and can laugh at the sheer silliness, there’s a mild charm in the concept and the occasional sweet moment.