Gus is a fat cartoonist that recently won a battle against cancer, which explains his baldness. But he is also lonely. Therefore, his caring sister tries to set him up with suitable woman. But to do so, she must turn him into an irresistible man. When he falls in love with Emily, Gus takes the identity of a mysterious biker from New Zealand.

Steve Guttenberg
as Gus Kubicek / Lobo Murunga

Jami Gertz
as Emily Pear

Shelley Long
as Lizzie Potts

Kyle MacLachlan
as Trout Potts

Kevin Scannell
as Mitchell

Mädchen Amick
as Mandy

Beth Grant
as Babette

Caroline Lund
as Annabelle 'Piglet' Potts

Sally Lund
as Annabelle 'Piglet' Potts

Laura Alcalde
as Bartender