An eccentric band of medieval knights, led by the ever-resolute King Arthur, embark on a hilariously improbable quest for a fabled relic amid wild encounters - from bloodthirsty rabbits to limb-losing swordsmen. This witty romp through a ludicrous rendition of history will have you howling with laughter as the stellar troupe delivers their signature absurdity and sharp wit. John Cleese's uproarious depiction of Sir Lancelot steals the show in this timeless comedy landmark.
- Released: 1975
- Directed by: Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones
When an easygoing, unemployed bowler is mistaken for a millionaire philanthropist, he's thrust into a convoluted scheme involving kidnapping, ransom, and German nihilists. Jeff Bridges effortlessly embodies slackerdom as he abides by his own lackadaisical rules while dealing with eccentric characters, including John Goodman's hot-headed Walter Sobchak. Directed by the Coen brothers, this cult classic's situational humor and unforgettable one-liners elevate it to comedic greatness.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Joel Coen
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Set in biblical times, an average man finds himself living in the shadow of a celebrated leader, fighting against oppression from both the Romans and his own people, while battling the silly dogmas, inflated egos, and bureaucratic headaches set on ruining his life.
- Released: 1979
- Directed by: Terry Jones
In this wry commentary on the mundanity of corporate life, a software engineer undergoes hypnotherapy and awakens with a newfound disregard for his tedious job and the oppressive environment it engenders. Ron Livingston delivers a pitch-perfect performance, resonating with disgruntled workers everywhere, while Jennifer Aniston shines as a like-minded waitress looking for something more. Mike Judge's uproarious satire cleverly lampoons the daily grind, offering a cathartic escape for those trapped in a similar bureaucratic purgatory.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Mike Judge
In this courtroom comedy, stereotypes are subverted and life in the deep South is turned upside down when a fast-talking, unrefined personal injury lawyer from Brooklyn must defend his teenage cousin against false murder charges in the heart of rural Alabama by dismantling forensic evidence through hilarious cross-examinations and outrageous antics.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Jonathan Lynn
Bill Murray stars as a weatherman doomed to live the same day over and over again in this intelligent comedy that explores themes of existentialism, self-improvement, and the nature of time. As Phil Connors navigates his inescapable loop, the film brilliantly experiments with the comedic possibilities of each iteration of events. Harold Ramis's sharp direction elevates Groundhog Day to more than just a gimmick, as it captures the audience's imagination with its clever blend of humor and heart.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Harold Ramis
Taking to the skies has never been so absurdly comedic as an ensemble of eccentric passengers aboard a doomed flight discover when they're confronted with bizarre dilemmas, sight gags aplenty, and recurring spoofs of classic disaster film tropes in this irreverent send-up.
- Released: 1980
- Directed by: Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker
The icy Minnesota landscape sets the backdrop for this tale of deception, irony, and rampant misunderstanding when a botched kidnapping scheme snowballs into more bloodshed than planned, weaving webs of laughable chaos featuring a hapless salesman, nosy neighbors, quirky hitmen, and local law enforcement.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Joel Coen
- 1Fargo132 Votes
- 2A Simple Plan51 Votes
- 3Raising Arizona41 Votes
A directionless electronic store employee finds himself at the center of a zombie outbreak, with only his bumbling best friend, his unattainable love interest, and a ragtag group of survivors by his side. Simon Pegg masterfully mixes deadpan humor with self-aware satire, breaking away from traditional horror conventions in this innovative blend of laughs and scares. Director Edgar Wright's trademark fast-paced editing and clever visual gags provide a refreshing take on the genre and cement Shaun's status as an enduring fan favorite.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Edgar Wright
A posh, stockbroker and a cunning street hustler are caught in a whirlwind of chaos when they're unknowingly manipulated by their wealthy benefactors into trading places, resulting in farcical hijinks, laughs, and a clever examination of race, social class, and the randomness of luck.
- Released: 1983
- Directed by: John Landis
Three bumbling escaped convicts navigate through rural Mississippi in search of buried treasure, backed by a mesmerizing bluegrass soundtrack--their misadventures take them from baptism-themed picnics to daring heists while fleeing from the law in this hilarious homage to ancient Greek epic poetry.
- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Joel Coen
When New York City faces a paranormal invasion, it's up to a ragtag team of genius misfits to band together using their knowledge in science, myth, and wisecracking--even crossing paths with demonic marshmallow men and demonic gatekeepers--to save the city from impending doom.
- Released: 1984
- Directed by: Ivan Reitman
- 1Stay Puft Marshmallow Man513 Votes
- 2Slimer510 Votes
- 3Zuul380 Votes
A darkly comic narrative unfolds as intersecting storylines filled with unconventional dialogue, bursts of violence, and quirky criminal hijinks weave together to reveal hidden connections and layers of humor, all the while examining existential questions and exposing the absurdity of human behavior.
- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
- 1Reservoir Dogs165 Votes
- 2Goodfellas140 Votes
- 3The Godfather95 Votes
Enter a world where toons are real and film noir collides with slapstick comedy when an embittered private eye is forced to unravel a tangled conspiracy involving a classic cartoon world of murderous dames, malevolent mallets, and song-and-dance routines so terrifying amid accusations of infidelity and deceit.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
Explore the world behind children's bedroom closets, where a colorful cast of comically unique monsters navigates through their day-to-day lives while working at a corporation built on fear that eventually learns the value of laughter and friendship.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Pete Docter
Reckless hijinks and razor-sharp wit unite a motley cast of criminals, including a scarlet-clad seductress, an animal rights extremist, and an always-angry grifter, in a frantic race to uncover the location of hidden jewels while backstabbing, double-crossing, and fish-napping abound in this comically intelligent crime farce.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Charles Crichton, John Cleese
In a cat-and-mouse game of wit, charm, and sly misdirection, a seasoned FBI agent pursues a twinkle-eyed young con artist across the globe, as his scams evolve and adapt through a series of laugh-laden twists that test the limits of plausibility and the spirit of camaraderie.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Steven Spielberg
- 1The Wolf of Wall Street44 Votes
- 2American Made23 Votes
- 3Baby Driver6 Votes
A pampered African prince seeking love takes a sardonic, undercover journey across the pond to an unsuspecting borough of New York City, where he faces off against confusion, culture shock, and cruel fast-food exploits in this uproarious satire of the timeless fish-out-of-water tale.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: John Landis
A visually impaired man and a deaf-mute man meet by chance and find themselves hilariously implicated in a murder they didn't commit. Their hapless struggles and outrageous antics create countless comedic misunderstandings as they try to prove their innocence and catch the real killer.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Arthur Hiller
Peer into the secluded bubble of one man's reality television nightmare, as he slowly pieces together the fantastical nature of his seemingly mundane life and uncovers its many absurd plot holes--finding truth in the age-old adage, ignorance is bliss, when faced with life-altering deceit.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Peter Weir
Cross-dressing jazz musicians go undercover to escape the mob after witnessing a brutal crime, hilariously exploring love, life, and gender boundaries with rapid-fire dialogue and perfectly timed pratfalls. As sparks ignite alongside mistaken identities, the hunt for the protagonists leads to a series of uproarious, high-stakes encounters.
- Released: 1959
- Directed by: Billy Wilder
Delve into the escapades and trials of a dysfunctional family embarking on an unforgettable cross-country road trip to a prestigious children's beauty pageant in their comically dilapidated minivan, all while attempting to navigate their uniquely hilarious personal struggles, desires, and fears.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris
Youthful rebellion and spontaneity take center stage on this iconic day of truancy where the arts, life lessons, and purpose collide, as a wise-beyond-his-years high school student, along with two friends, outwits authority figures, ignores traditional social expectations, and throws caution to the wind.
- Released: 1986
- Directed by: John Hughes
This talkative slice-of-life high school comedy features well-crafted conversations among five students from disparate social cliques, addressing their preconceived notions, anxieties, and personal strife in a clever, witty, and heartwarming exploration of youth, identity, and connection.
- Released: 1985
- Directed by: John Hughes
- 1Tom Holland - Brian Johnson2,182 Votes
- 2Gary Cole - Vice Principal Vernon2,011 Votes
- 3Bryan Cranston - Vice Principal Vernon2,074 Votes
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In a satirical exploration of Cold War political paranoia, an unhinged general triggers nuclear annihilation as a hilariously jaw-dropping web of blunders, double entendres, and saber-rattling ensues. With an ensemble of dimwitted characters pushing the boundaries of sanity, it's up to one frantic individual to save the world from impending doom.
- Released: 1964
- Directed by: Stanley Kubrick
An eccentric group of disillusioned Army recruits trains for an unknown mission, discovering themselves and hilariously subverting the military's absurd traditions and ludicrous rules. Their training escapades clash with a wacky counselor while they learn the ropes, forming lifelong friendships and engaging in raucous battles.
- Released: 1981
- Directed by: Ivan Reitman
After being sent to prison for a crime they didn't commit, two hapless friends are forced to navigate the absurdities and injustices of life behind bars. As they concoct farcical escape plans and gallows humor-laden themes, they become the unlikeliest duo in the chaotic world of convicts and prison guards.
- Released: 1980
- Directed by: Sidney Poitier
This unconventional superhero serves equal parts sarcasm and justice with a side of pop culture references, as he takes drastic measures to seek revenge on his enemies and exposes the hypocrisies within typical genre movies, gleefully breaking the fourth wall throughout his journey.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: Tim Miller
The so-called innocence of childhood mischief takes on a new meaning when an eight-year-old, left behind during Christmas vacation, faces off against a clueless, bumbling duo of burglars. With booby traps galore, pratfalls, and quotable one-liners, this holiday classic revels in the hilarity of slapstick chaos.
- Released: 1990
- Directed by: Chris Columbus
As the storied concierge of a picturesque Eastern European hotel finds himself embroiled in a case involving family feuds, mysterious paintings, and over-the-top action sequences, his journey is punctuated by warm-hearted antics and witty dialogue as endearing characters detail their perspectives and connections to the unfolding chaos.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Wes Anderson
Heavenly bureaucracy and divine intervention take center stage, as two fallen angels find themselves embroiled in a celestial clerical error too tempting to eschew--spurning a wildly irreverent search for meaning, forgiveness, and redemption amid religious zealots, ski-ball enthusiasts, and a varied cast of heavenly characters.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Kevin Smith
Showcasing the absurd, cutthroat world of dog show competitions by following an eclectic group of eccentric dog owners and their beloved canines, this mockumentary hilariously highlights the lengths people will go to achieve the ultimate prize, peppering the journey with colorful personalities, offbeat shenanigans, and unabashed obsession for pampered pets.
- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Christopher Guest
Charm and cunning come together as two con artists vie to swindle wealthy targets along the French Riviera in this clever cat-and-mouse comedy full of plot twists, slapstick antics, and unlikely pairings, where no one can be trusted and the games never end.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Frank Oz
Three middle-aged friends swap their mundane urban lives for a comedic cattle drive escapade that tests their physical abilities, life philosophies, and emotional limits. Their journey takes them across the stunning landscapes of the American West while cracking bullwhips, clashing with macho cowboys, and discovering the true meaning of friendship.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Ron Underwood
Join a laughably inept police detective as he rips through a series of hysterical parodies that intertwine modern-day suspense with offbeat shenanigans, bungling a kidnapping investigation in a gleeful deconstruction of sequel cliches and genre tropes.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: David Zucker
Diving headfirst into the world of espionage action and suburban domesticity, a seemingly perfect husband's extraordinary secret life intersects with his wife's reality -- leading to unexpected showdowns, unrequited romance, double lives, and comic relief in the most unlikely moments.
- Released: 1994
- Directed by: James Cameron
Take a peek behind the curtain of modern vampire life in this mockumentary-style laugh-fest that features a group of undead roommates hilariously navigating mundane tasks, centuries-old complex relationships, and the challenges of nightlife in a gentrifying New Zealand suburb.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi
- In the raucous comedy The Hangover, Phil (Bradley Cooper), Stu (Ed Helms), and Alan (Zach Galifianakis) awake after a wild bachelor party in Las Vegas with no memory of the previous night. The trio's soon-to-be-married buddy Doug (Justin Bartha) is missing, their hotel suite is trashed, and a tiger lurks in the bathroom. As they scramble to piece together the events of their blackout night and locate Doug, they encounter an array of eccentric characters and outrageous situations. A Golden Globe winner for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy, The Hangover delivers laughs with its unforgettable blend of chaos and camaraderie.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Todd Phillips
Six unemployed Sheffield steelworkers create a unique and unforgettable striptease act while struggling to reclaim their dignity and prove that they've still got what it takes, uncovering a heartwarming tale of camaraderie, vulnerability, and laughter with each bared body part.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Peter Cattaneo
Step into the superficial world of Beverly Hills, where a well-meaning but spoiled Gucci-clad teenager misinterprets classic literature and navigates high school social order with surprising wit, authenticity, and heaps of fashion, serving up a humorous take on evolving societal standards and class satire.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Amy Heckerling
When pampered Hollywood actors head to the jungle to make a gritty war movie and inadvertently stumble upon real-world conflict, they must hilariously embrace their onscreen roles or perish in the process. This star-studded parody of Tinseltown's egos and war-movie cliches is brimming with clever comedic vignettes.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Ben Stiller
- In 1977, college graduates Harry Burns (Billy Crystal) and Sally Albright (Meg Ryan) share a contentious car ride from Chicago to New York, during which they argue about whether men and women can ever truly be strictly platonic friends. Ten years later, Harry and Sally meet again at a bookstore, and in the company of their respective best friends, Jess (Bruno Kirby) and Marie (Carrie Fisher), attempt to stay friends without sex becoming an issue between them.
- Released: 1989
- Directed by: Rob Reiner
In a delightful mesh of comedy and rock 'n' roll spirit, a struggling band member masquerades as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. His love for music reinvigorates the students, teaching them about life, self-expression, and the value of sticking it to the man.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Richard Linklater
- New York actor Michael Dorsey (Dustin Hoffman) is a talented perfectionist who is so hard on himself and others that his agent (Sydney Pollack) can no longer find work for him. After a soap opera audition goes poorly, Michael reinvents himself as actress Dorothy Michaels and wins the part. What was supposed to be a short-lived role turns into a long-term contract, but when Michael falls for his castmate Julie (Jessica Lange), complications develop that could wreck everything.
- Released: 1982
- Directed by: Sydney Pollack
A curmudgeonly romance novelist crosses paths with an enigmatic single mother and must navigate the nuances of human connection, personal growth, and canine dependency through snarky banter, eccentric behaviors, and altruistic acts, leading to a heartfelt, hilarious lesson in love and redemption.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: James L. Brooks
Santa's quirky, oversized helper embarks on an unforgettable adventure to New York City in search of his estranged father, spreading Christmas cheer and hilarity along the way with an infectious laugh, candy-filled breakfast creations, and bizarre interactions with unassuming city-dwellers.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Jon Favreau
Exiled hitmen find themselves amid an amusing crucible of violence, wit, and friendship in the enchanting medieval town of Bruges, discovering surreal encounters, dark comedy, and unexpected self-discovery at every corner under the watchful eye of their ruthless employer.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Martin McDonagh
- Slow-witted Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks) has never thought of himself as disadvantaged, and thanks to his supportive mother (Sally Field), he leads anything but a restricted life. Whether dominating on the gridiron as a college football star, fighting in Vietnam or captaining a shrimp boat, Forrest inspires people with his childlike optimism. But one person Forrest cares about most may be the most difficult to save -- his childhood love, the sweet but troubled Jenny (Robin Wright).
- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
This visually stunning French romantic comedy leads its quirky titular character through a series of increasingly whimsical situations involving found objects, good deeds, and unexpected romances punctuated with eccentric camerawork, an enchanting score, and a charming exploration of what true happiness entails.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Jean-Pierre Jeunet
- Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman) has just finished college and, back at his parents' house, he's trying to avoid the one question everyone keeps asking: What does he want to do with his life? An unexpected diversion crops up when he is seduced by Mrs. Robinson (Anne Bancroft), a bored housewife and friend of his parents. But what begins as a fun tryst turns complicated when Benjamin falls for the one woman Mrs. Robinson demanded he stay away from, her daughter, Elaine (Katharine Ross).
- Released: 1967
- Directed by: Mike Nichols
- While on a cross-country train ride, overworked book editor George Caldwell (Gene Wilder) begins an unexpected romance with an enigmatic woman named Hilly Burns (Jill Clayburgh). His vacation is interrupted, however, when he witnesses a murder for which he is then accused. The true villains kidnap Hilly and eject Caldwell from the moving train. Desperate, Caldwell teams up with car thief Grover Muldoon (Richard Pryor), and together they must save Hilly while avoiding the police.
- Released: 1976
- Directed by: Arthur Hiller
High-speed banter, witty barbs, and timeless humor pepper this snappy screwball tale of an ace reporter trying to win back his charismatic editor and ex-wife before her impending nuptials. This rapid-fire comedic whirlwind serves up a delightful commentary on the romantic battle of the sexes while also delving into a riveting news story.
- Released: 1940
- Directed by: Howard Hawks
Set against a backdrop of war-torn Germany, a young boy's imagination and naïveté expose the absurdities and hypocrisies of indoctrination. This offbeat comedic drama highlights humanity's capacity for love, laughter, and resilience while confronting the harsh reality of life during a time of historic cruelty.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Taika Waititi
A quirky cast of paranoid spies, narcissistic officials, and fitness enthusiasts become entangled in a ludicrous game of scheming and manipulation, leading to a hilarious exploration of the consequences of cluelessness and temptation in this pitch-black political satire set against a dreary backdrop of national security agencies.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
- In the heartwarming film Splash, Tom Hanks stars as Allen Bauer, a man on a quest for love. After a chance encounter with a mermaid named Madison (Daryl Hannah), his life takes an unexpected turn. Directed by Ron Howard, this 1984 romantic comedy delves into the complexities of human-mermaid relationships, offering viewers a unique blend of humor, fantasy, and romance. The film also features John Candy as Freddie Bauer, Allen's lovable yet slightly irresponsible brother. Despite its fantastical elements, Splash remains grounded in realism, presenting an unusual love story that is both enchanting and memorable. Notably, it earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay.
- Released: 1984
- Directed by: Ron Howard
- When a string of brutal murders terrorizes London, it doesn't take long for legendary detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his crime-solving partner, Dr. Watson (Jude Law), to find the killer, Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong). A devotee of the dark arts, Blackwood has a bigger scheme in mind, and his execution plays right into his plans. The game is afoot when Blackwood seems to rise from the grave, plunging Holmes and Watson into the world of the occult and strange technologies.
- Released: 2009
- Directed by: Guy Ritchie
A former nightclub singer finds herself embedded into the strict world of a convent, as she rallies a choir of ragtag, musically-challenged sisters to new heights of musical glory, presenting a whimsical and heartwarming look at unlikely friendships, acceptance, and heavenly successes.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Emile Ardolino
- In the midst of a summer heat wave, New Yorker Richard Sherman (Tom Ewell) ships his wife, Helen (Evelyn Keyes), and their son off to Maine for vacation. Left alone to work back in Manhattan, Richard encounters a gorgeous blonde model (Marilyn Monroe) who has moved into the apartment upstairs, and becomes immediately infatuated. While pondering infidelity, Richard dreams of his beautiful new neighbor -- but will his fantasies about her become a reality?
- Released: 1955
- Directed by: Billy Wilder
- Teenage Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) was educated in Africa by her scientist parents. When her family moves to the suburbs of Illinois, Cady finally gets to experience public school and gets a quick primer on the cruel, tacit laws of popularity that divide her fellow students into tightly knit cliques. She unwittingly finds herself in the good graces of an elite group of cool students dubbed "the Plastics," but Cady soon realizes how her shallow group of new friends earned this nickname.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Mark Waters
- High school seniors Seth and Evan have high hopes for a graduation party. The co-dependent teens plan to score booze and babes so they can become part of the in-crowd, but separation anxiety and two bored police officers complicate the pair's self-proclaimed mission.
- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Greg Mottola
- Boozy writer Marty (Colin Farrell) is a man in search of a screenplay. He has a catchy title but no story to go along with it. Marty has a couple of oddball buddies, Hans (Christopher Walken) and Billy (Sam Rockwell), who make a living by kidnapping rich people's dogs, then returning them and collecting the reward. However this time, the fur flies when Hans and Billy kidnap the beloved pooch of a gangster (Woody Harrelson), and Marty uses the ensuing events as fodder for his screenplay.
- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Martin McDonagh
- In Midnight Run, bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert De Niro) is tasked with apprehending Jonathan The Duke Mardukas (Charles Grodin), an accountant who embezzled millions from a mob boss. As they traverse the country, evading the FBI and mobsters, their antagonistic relationship evolves into an unlikely friendship. A blend of action, comedy, and crime genres, this movie weaves a compelling narrative of redemption and camaraderie. Directed by Martin Brest, it won the BMI Film & TV Awards in 1989 for its captivating story.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Martin Brest
- Wealthy New York City playboy Arthur Bach (Dudley Moore) is perpetually drunk and completely rudderless. Dutifully supported by his sharp-tongued and quick-witted butler, Hobson (John Gielgud), Arthur reluctantly prepares to enter into an arranged marriage with heiress Susan Johnson (Jill Eikenberry). When he meets Linda Marolla (Liza Minnelli), a waitress from Queens, he falls head over heels in love, but if he backs out of his engagement with Susan, he may lose his fortune.
- Released: 1981
- Directed by: Steve Gordon
In this quirky exploration of generational dysfunction, one family's blend of eccentric intellectuals, disenfranchised lovers, and former prodigies come crashing back together in a whirlwind of melodramatic relationships, humorous quarrels, and tender moments of redemption, all set against a brilliantly curated soundtrack.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Wes Anderson
- Actor Rick Dalton gained fame and fortune by starring in a 1950s television Western, but is now struggling to find meaningful work in a Hollywood that he doesn't recognize anymore. He spends most of his time drinking and palling around with Cliff Booth, his easygoing best friend and longtime stunt double. Rick also happens to live next door to Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate -- the filmmaker and budding actress whose futures will forever be altered by members of the Manson Family.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
- Lorelei Lee (Marilyn Monroe) is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond (Tommy Noonan), much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr., who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money. When Lorelei goes on a cruise accompanied only by her best friend, Dorothy Shaw (Jane Russell), Esmond Sr. hires Ernie Malone (Elliott Reid), a private detective, to follow her and report any questionable behavior that would disqualify her from the marriage.
- Released: 1953
- Directed by: Howard Hawks
- Nick Naylor (Aaron Eckhart), a lobbyist for big tobacco, finds it difficult to balance his duties defending the dangerous substance with those of being a good role model for his young son. Nick's life gets even more complicated when a liberal senator mounts an anti-smoking campaign that he must counter. Based on the novel by Christopher Buckley.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Jason Reitman
- In While You Were Sleeping, Lucy Moderatz (Sandra Bullock) is a lonely token collector for the Chicago Transit Authority. Secretly admiring a handsome commuter, Peter Callaghan (Peter Gallagher), she saves him from an oncoming train after he falls onto the tracks. Unconscious in the hospital, Peter's family mistakenly believes Lucy to be his fiancée. Jack Callaghan (Bill Pullman), Peter's brother, is skeptical yet drawn towards Lucy. As Peter recovers, Lucy finds herself entangled in a comical and unexpected romantic dilemma. This charming 1995 rom-com won the hearts of many, earning Bullock a Blockbuster Entertainment Award for Favorite Actress.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Jon Turteltaub
- Nine intertwined stories examine the complexities of the one emotion that connects all individuals, love. Among the characters explored are David, the handsome newly elected British prime minister who falls for a young junior staffer, Sarah, a graphic designer whose devotion to her mentally ill brother complicates her love life, and Harry, a married man tempted by his attractive new secretary.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Richard Curtis
- Annie (Kristen Wiig) is a single woman whose own life is a mess, but when she learns that her lifelong best friend, Lillian (Maya Rudolph), is engaged, she has no choice but to serve as the maid of honor. Though lovelorn and almost penniless, Annie, nevertheless, winds her way through the strange and expensive rituals associated with her job as the bride's go-to gal. Determined to make things perfect, she gamely leads Lillian and the other bridesmaids down the wild road to the wedding.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Paul Feig
- Private Benjamin, an award-winning comedy series, explores the unconventional journey of a privileged young woman who finds herself unexpectedly enlisted in the military. The show's charm lies in its witty humor, relatable characters, and engaging storylines that unravel throughout the episodes. Goldie Hawn's captivating portrayal of Judy Benjamin, the protagonist, earned her a Golden Globe nomination and further cemented her status as a talented actress. Set against a backdrop of military life, Private Benjamin artfully balances lighthearted comedy with poignant moments of self-discovery and personal growth, making it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.
- Released: 1980
- Directed by: Howard Zieff
- Inspector Clouseau is called to a house where a murder was committed and finds that every clue points to the beautiful maid, Maria. As more people are killed, each set of clues always points to Maria, and Closeau continues to release her and escort her around town.
- Released: 1964
- Directed by: Blake Edwards
- A nurse during World War II, Jenny Fields (Glenn Close) conceives with a dying pilot and bears a boy named T.S. Garp (Robin Williams) whom she raises alone. When Garp grows up, he has some success writing fiction, but not nearly so much as his mother has with feminist-themed nonfiction. Rich and famous, she starts a center for troubled women, and while Garp marries and has children, he remains a constant, if somewhat critical, observer of the strange community that forms around Jenny.
- Released: 1982
- Directed by: George Roy Hill
- In the film Peggy Sue Got Married, Peggy Sue Bodell (Kathleen Turner), a middle-aged woman, faints at her high school reunion and wakes up in 1960. She's back in her teenage body, yet with adult memories and wisdom. Living through her past again, she interacts with her younger self's world, including her high school sweetheart turned disappointing husband, Charlie (Nicolas Cage). This romantic comedy-drama, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, explores the concept of time travel and second chances. It earned three Academy Award nominations, showcasing a poignant blend of nostalgia and introspection.
- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
- A mentally unstable IRS auditor (Will Ferrell) hears an author's (Emma Thompson) voice in his head and discovers that he is the ill-fated protagonist of her latest work. While a book-company employee (Queen Latifah) tries to cure the author's case of writer's block, the auditor and a professor (Dustin Hoffman) set out to find the woman and make her change her story.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Marc Forster
- In this quirky cult-favorite comedy, unemployed New York City puppeteer Craig Schwartz (John Cusack) reluctantly takes a temp job as a filing clerk for the eccentric Dr. Lester (Orson Bean). While at work, Craig discovers a portal that leads into the mind of renowned actor John Malkovich. When he lets his attractive co-worker Maxine (Catherine Keener) in on the secret, they begin both an unusual business scheme and an odd relationship that involves Craig's restless wife, Lotte (Cameron Diaz).
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Spike Jonze
- One of the most revered comedies of the silent era, this film finds hapless Southern railroad engineer Johnny Gray (Buster Keaton) facing off against Union soldiers during the American Civil War. When Johnny's fiancée, Annabelle Lee (Marion Mack), is accidentally taken away while on a train stolen by Northern forces, Gray pursues the soldiers, using various modes of transportation in comic action scenes that highlight Keaton's boundless wit and dexterity.
- Released: 1926
- Directed by: Clyde Bruckman, Buster Keaton
- Propelled to the top of the fashion world by a photogenic gaze he calls "Blue Steel," dimwitted male model Derek Zoolander (Ben Stiller) thinks he's got a fourth consecutive win as Male Model of the Year in the bag. But, when his rival, Hansel (Owen Wilson), unexpectedly takes the crown, Derek is crushed. He becomes easy prey for fashion designer Jacobim Mugatu (Will Ferrell), who signs Derek to star in his "Derelicte" fashion show, then brainwashes him to kill Malaysia's prime minister.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Ben Stiller
- Single mother Tess Coleman (Jamie Lee Curtis) and her teenage daughter Anna (Lindsay Lohan) couldn't be more different, and it is driving them both insane. After receiving cryptic fortunes at a Chinese restaurant, the two wake up the next day to discover that they have somehow switched bodies. Unable to switch back, they are forced to masquerade as one another until a solution can be found. In the process, they develop a new sense of respect and understanding for one another.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Mark Waters
- In the delightful family comedy The Parent Trap, Hallie Parker and Annie James (both played by Lindsay Lohan), are identical twin sisters separated shortly after birth by their divorced parents. Unaware of each other's existence, they serendipitously meet at a summer camp. Swiftly recognizing their uncanny resemblance, they hatch a plan to switch places in an attempt to reunite their estranged parents, Elizabeth James (Natasha Richardson) and Nick Parker (Dennis Quaid). The movie unfolds as a light-hearted caper filled with heartwarming moments and humorous hijinks.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Nancy Meyers
- Rob Gordon (John Cusack) is the owner of a failing record store in Chicago, where he sells music the old-fashioned way -- on vinyl. Although they have an encyclopedic knowledge of pop music and are consumed by the music scene, it's of no help to Rob, whose needle skips the love groove when his long-time girlfriend, Laura (Iben Hjejle), walks out on him. As he examines his failed attempts at romance and happiness, the process finds him being dragged, kicking and screaming, into adulthood.
- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Stephen Frears
- Renowned oceanographer Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) has sworn vengeance upon the rare shark that devoured a member of his crew. In addition to his regular team, he is joined on his boat by Ned (Owen Wilson), a man who believes Zissou to be his father, and Jane (Cate Blanchett), a journalist pregnant by a married man. They travel the sea, all too often running into pirates and, perhaps more traumatically, various figures from Zissou's past, including his estranged wife, Eleanor (Anjelica Huston).
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Wes Anderson
- In 1991, talented figure skater Tonya Harding becomes the first American woman to complete a triple axel during a competition. In 1994, her world comes crashing down when her ex-husband conspires to injure Nancy Kerrigan, a fellow Olympic hopeful, in a poorly conceived attack that forces the young woman to withdraw from the national championship. Harding's life and legacy instantly become tarnished as she's forever associated with one of the most infamous scandals in sports history.
- Released: 2017
- Directed by: Craig Gillespie
- A disposable employee is sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration dies, a new body is regenerated with most of his memories intact.
- Released: 2025
- Directed by: Bong Joon-ho
- Celeste Talbert (Sally Field) is the star of the long-running soap opera "The Sun Also Sets." With the show's ratings down, Celeste's ruthlessly ambitious co-star, Montana Moorehead (Cathy Moriarty), and the show's arrogant producer, David Seton Barnes (Robert Downey Jr.), plot to aggravate her into leaving the show by bringing back her old flame, Jeffrey Anderson (Kevin Kline), and hiring her beautiful young niece, Lori Craven (Elisabeth Shue).
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Michael Hoffman
- Shy San Francisco teenager Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) is thrown for a loop when, from out of the blue, she learns the astonishing news that she's a real-life princess! As the heir apparent to the crown of the small European principality of Genovia, Mia begins a comical journey toward the throne when her strict and formidable grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews), shows up to give her "princess lessons."
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Garry Marshall
- When tyrannical dictator Joseph Stalin dies in 1953, his parasitic cronies square off in a frantic power struggle to become the next Soviet leader. Among the contenders are the dweebish Georgy Malenkov, the wily Nikita Khrushchev and Lavrenti Beria -- the sadistic secret police chief. As they bumble, brawl and back-stab their way to the top, the question remains -- just who is running the government?
- Released: 2017
- Directed by: Armando Iannucci
- When Viktor Navorski (Tom Hanks), an Eastern European tourist, arrives at JFK in New York, war breaks out in his country and he finds himself caught up in international politics. Because of the war, the Department of Homeland Security won't let him enter or exit the United States. He's trapped at JFK -- indefinitely. While living at the airport, Viktor falls for a flight attendant (Catherine Zeta-Jones). She may have feelings for him too. But what good is love if Viktor can't leave the terminal?
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Steven Spielberg
- When members of the nefarious crime syndicate KAOS attack the U.S. spy agency Control, the Chief (Alan Arkin) has to promote his eager analyst Maxwell Smart (Steve Carell) to field agent. Smart, partnered with veteran Agent 99 (Anne Hathaway), blends inexperience, enthusiasm and ineptitude as he works to thwart a world-domination plot hatched by the wily KAOS chief, Siegfried (Terence Stamp).
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Peter Segal
- The Beatles in their feature film debut, one of the greatest rock-and-roll comedy adventures ever. The film has a fully restored negative and digitally restored soundtrack. The film takes on the just-left-of-reality style of mock-documentary, following "a day in the life" of John, Paul, George, and Ringo as fame takes them by storm.
- Released: 1964
- Directed by: Richard Lester
- Hotshot television anchorman Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) welcomes upstart reporter Veronica Corningstone (Christina Applegate) into the male-dominated world of 1970s broadcast news -- that is, until the talented female journalist begins to outshine Burgundy on air. Soon he grows jealous, begins a bitter feud with Veronica and eventually makes a vulgar slip on live TV that ruins his career. However, when an outrageous story breaks at the San Diego Zoo, Ron may get a chance to redeem himself.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Adam McKay
- While trying to tie his shoe, bumbling extra Hrundi V. Bakshi (Peter Sellers) unwittingly triggers explosives that destroy the set of an epic war film. The furious director tells executive Fred Clutterbuck (J. Edward McKinley) to fire him. Because of a misunderstanding, Bakshi instead mistakenly receives an invitation to an exclusive party at Clutterbuck's Hollywood mansion, where he proceeds to wreak havoc on partygoers as he stumbles through what will become the wildest night he's ever seen.
- Released: 1968
- Directed by: Blake Edwards
- Trying to rescue her home planet from destruction, a gorgeous extraterrestrial named Celeste (Kim Basinger) arrives on Earth and begins her scientific research. She woos quirky scientist Dr. Steve Mills (Dan Aykroyd), a widower with a young daughter (Alyson Hannigan). Before long, Celeste finds herself in love with Steve and her new life on Earth, where she experiences true intimacy for the first time. But when she loses sight of her mission, she begins to question where she belongs.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: Richard Benjamin
- After health-store owner Miles Monroe (Woody Allen) dies during a routine surgery, his family has him cryogenically frozen. He awakens 200 years later, revived by a group of underground radicals who oppose the oppressive regime in power. Once the police arrive to arrest the group, Miles flees, disguised as a robot. He meets Luna Schlosser (Diane Keaton), and they gradually fall in love. When Miles is later captured by the authorities, Luna seeks out the rebels to help rescue him.
- Released: 1973
- Directed by: Woody Allen
- When best friends Jackie O'Shea (Ian Bannen) and Michael O'Sullivan (David Kelly) discover someone in their small Irish village has won the lottery, they immediately set off to see if the winner is in a sharing mood. Deducing that Ned Devine is the lucky man, O'Shea and O'Sullivan pay him a visit, only to find him dead from shock. Since Devine is the only one who can claim the prize, the townsfolk band together to convince the claim inspector that O'Sullivan is really Devine, and split the cash.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Kirk Jones
- The Big Short is a 2015 drama film focused on the 2007-2008 financial crisis. A group of outsiders led by Michael Burry (Christian Bale), Jared Vennett (Ryan Gosling), and Mark Baum (Steve Carell) predict the collapse of the housing market, leading them to take on the big banks for their greed and lack of foresight. The ensemble cast also includes Brad Pitt as Ben Rickert, a reclusive trader who aids these men in their pursuit. Directed by Adam McKay, The Big Short won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. This movie, based on real events, skillfully combines finance and storytelling, making it both informative and engaging.
- Released: 2015
- Directed by: Adam McKay
- A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England prep school remains on campus during Christmas break to babysit a handful of students with nowhere to go. He soon forms an unlikely bond with a brainy but damaged troublemaker, and with the school's head cook, a woman who just lost a son in the Vietnam War.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Alexander Payne
- Comedian Alvy Singer (Woody Allen) examines the rise and fall of his relationship with struggling nightclub singer Annie Hall (Diane Keaton). Speaking directly to the audience in front of a bare background, Singer reflects briefly on his childhood and his early adult years before settling in to tell the story of how he and Annie met, fell in love, and struggled with the obstacles of modern romance, mixing surreal fantasy sequences with small moments of emotional drama.
- Released: 1977
- Directed by: Woody Allen
- Two women, one from America and one from Britain, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Nancy Meyers
- Warren Schmidt (Jack Nicholson) has arrived at several of life's crossroads all at the same time. To begin with, he is retiring from a lifetime of service as an actuary for Woodmen of the World Insurance Company, and he feels utterly adrift. Furthermore, his only daughter Jeannie (Hope Davis) is about to marry a boob. And his wife Helen (June Squibb) dies suddenly after 42 years of marriage.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Alexander Payne
- After eavesdropping on his doctors as they discuss another patient, George (Rock Hudson), a middle-aged hypochondriac, leaves a hospital visit believing he's terminally ill. Assuming he'll soon be dead, George enlists his friend, Arnold (Tony Randall), to help him find a new husband for his wife, Judy (Doris Day). They eventually settle on Bert (Clint Walker), a successful businessman. But George's odd behavior makes Judy suspect he's covering up an affair.
- Released: 1964
- Directed by: Norman Jewison
- In the modern classic Sideways, two middle-aged men, Miles Raymond (Paul Giamatti) and Jack Cole (Thomas Haden Church), embark on a week-long road trip through California's wine country. Miles, an unsuccessful writer and wine enthusiast, hopes to relax before Jack's impending wedding. The journey unfolds with comedic mishaps and poignant revelations, which are further complicated when they encounter Maya (Virginia Madsen) and Stephanie (Sandra Oh). The film, a comedy-drama directed by Alexander Payne, won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and is known for its honest portrayal of friendship and personal failure.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Alexander Payne
- When a beautiful first-grade teacher (Olivia Williams) arrives at a prep school, she soon attracts the attention of an ambitious teenager named Max (Jason Schwartzman), who quickly falls in love with her. Max turns to the father (Bill Murray) of two of his schoolmates for advice on how to woo the teacher. However, the situation soon gets complicated when Max's new friend becomes involved with her, setting the two pals against one another in a war for her attention.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Wes Anderson
- Two-bit crook Harry Lockhart (Robert Downey Jr.) stumbles into an audition for a mystery film while on the run from the cops. Winning the part, he lands in Hollywood, where he's flung into a tangled, murderous conspiracy with his childhood sweetheart, Harmony Lane (Michelle Monaghan), and hard-boiled private eye Perry van Shrike (Val Kilmer). This deadpan, affectionate parody of film noir tropes is named for film critic Pauline Kael's influential 1968 collection of film reviews and essays.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Shane Black
- Performer Rudy Ray Moore develops an outrageous character named Dolemite, who becomes an underground sensation and star of a kung-fu, anti-establisment film that could make or break Moore.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Craig Brewer
- In the follow-up to their successful debut musical, "A Hard Day's Night," the Beatles once again offer up a melding of song and slapstick. After Ringo stumbles upon a valuable gem, the band starts getting harassed by a fringe religious group. To escape their sudden stalkers, the boys hit the road. As John, Paul, George and Ringo travel the globe, they perform a mix of musical numbers, singing hits ranging from "Ticket to Ride" to the titular ditty.
- Released: 1965
- Directed by: Richard Lester
- While enjoying retirement, secret agent Maxwell Smart (Don Adams) soon finds the world needs his services again. With a KAOS terrorist plot underway, the chief (Dana Elcar) of the PITS agency reenlists Smart to keep KAOS from detonating bombs that leave their helpless victims in the buff. With the help of fellow agents (Sylvia Kristel, Pamela Hensley, Andrea Howard), Smart must stop the terrorists before the world is faced with indecent exposure of monumental proportions.
- Released: 1980
- Directed by: Clive Donner
- A lonely, aging movie star named Bob Harris (Bill Murray) and a conflicted newlywed, Charlotte (Scarlett Johansson), meet in Tokyo. Bob is there to film a Japanese whiskey commercial; Charlotte is accompanying her celebrity-photographer husband. Strangers in a foreign land, the two find escape, distraction and understanding amidst the bright Tokyo lights after a chance meeting in the quiet lull of the hotel bar. They form a bond that is as unlikely as it is heartfelt and meaningful.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Sofia Coppola
- Dedicated environmental lawyer Lucy Kelson (Sandra Bullock) goes to work for billionaire George Wade (Hugh Grant) as part of a deal to preserve a community center. Indecisive and weak-willed George grows dependent on Lucy's guidance on everything from legal matters to clothing. Exasperated, Lucy gives notice and picks Harvard graduate June Carter (Alicia Witt) as her replacement. As Lucy's time at the firm nears an end, she grows jealous of June and has second thoughts about leaving George.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Marc Lawrence
- In the indie dramedy film Lady Bird, Saoirse Ronan portrays Christine Lady Bird McPherson, a high school senior from Sacramento. She navigates her way through the trials and tribulations of adolescence, clashing with her mother Marion (Laurie Metcalf), who works tirelessly to keep their family afloat after Lady Bird's father (Tracy Letts) loses his job. The movie, directed by Greta Gerwig, is punctuated by Lady Bird's interactions with her best friend Julie (Beanie Feldstein) and her romantic interests (Lucas Hedges and Timothée Chalamet). With five Academy Award nominations, it remains a compelling exploration of coming-of-age in early 2000s America.
- Released: 2017
- Directed by: Greta Gerwig
- A traveling party of royals from central Europe arrives in England in 1911, as the host country prepares to celebrate the coronation of a new king. But when the visiting Regent (Laurence Olivier) goes to a musical theater, his attraction to American performer Elsie (Marilyn Monroe) makes it hard to stay focused. Soon, Elsie learns of a potential coup in the Regent's home country, and it's up to her to smooth things out -- or watch as the nation hurtles toward instability.
- Released: 1957
- Directed by: Laurence Olivier
- Bags of loot and his daughter's love life confuse a gangster (Sylvester Stallone) on the day he plans to go legitimate.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: John Landis
- A hi-tech toy factory falls into the hands of an army general who turns the models into killing machines. The deceased owner's children know what's afoot and, although apparently powerless, have to find a way of bringing down the nightmarish empire that is being constructed under their noses.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Barry Levinson
- When Sonny Paluso's (Walter Matthau) gas station is blown up and Donald Quinelle (Robin Williams) loses his cushy executive job, the two men meet on the unemployment line. Demoralized by how long it is, they repair to a diner, where they witness a murder by Jack Locke (Jerry Reed), a notorious hit man. Sonny and Donald soon realize that Locke is now targeting them, and the latter cracks up under the pressure, enrolling in an extreme survivalist school to learn how to defend himself.
- Released: 1983
- Directed by: Michael Ritchie
- Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Greta Gerwig
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- In the animated spectacle Yellow Submarine, a blissful paradise known as Pepperland is besieged by the music-hating Blue Meanies. The town's mayor, Old Fred (Lance Percival), escapes in the titular yellow submarine and embarks on a quest to Liverpool. Here, he recruits none other than The Beatles - John (John Lennon), Paul (Paul McCartney), George (George Harrison), and Ringo (Ringo Starr) - to bring harmony back to their world. This psychedelic adventure, rich with iconic Beatles tunes and vibrant visuals, won a Grammy for its innovative soundtrack and remains a beloved classic in the realm of animation.
- Released: 1968
- Directed by: George Dunning
- In this fictional documentary, a man achieves notoriety for his ability to look and act like anyone he meets. With his unique talent for mimicry, Zelig (Woody Allen) ingratiates himself with people from every sector of society. His chameleon-like skill catches the eye of Eudora Fletcher (Mia Farrow), a doctor who thinks Zelig is in need of serious cognitive analysis. Their relationship moves in a direction that's not often covered in medical textbooks.
- Released: 1983
- Directed by: Woody Allen
- While searching for her missing mother, intrepid teen Enola Holmes uses her sleuthing skills to outsmart big brother Sherlock and help a runaway lord.
- Released: 2020
- Directed by: Harry Bradbeer
- Anne and her estranged train-wreck of a sister, Jenny, must work together to help cover their mother's gambling debts. When Anne's beloved dog is kidnapped, they set out on a wild cross-country trek to get the cash.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Jessica Yu
- Virgil Starkwell (Woody Allen) is intent on becoming a notorious bank robber. Unfortunately for Virgil and his not-so-budding career, he is completely incompetent. Presented in mockumentary format, the film features interviews with those who know Virgil best, including his wife, Louise (Janet Margolin). Following him from his crime-obsessed youth to his law-breaking antics, the movie eventually depicts both Virgil's jail time and his prison break, with plenty of slapstick silliness throughout.
- Released: 1969
- Directed by: Woody Allen