We have prepared for you a selection of the best comedies for every taste and mood.
We’ve collected everything from explosive family events to gripping spy comedy-action films. And these aren’t just popular films, but time-tested hits of the genre.
As a bonus: a fresh and worthy Russian comedy, which you definitely won’t be ashamed of.
1. War of the Roses (1989)
Original title: War of the Roses.
Genre: comedy, melodrama
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.2 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 6.8 (IMDb)
Country: USA
Director: Danny DeVito
Starring: Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner, Danny DeVito, Marianne Sögebrecht
About what: The Douglas-Turner-DeVito trio, known for the cult comedies “The Jewel of the Nile” and “Romancing the Stone,” immerse the viewer in a witty and dramatic story of a 17-year marriage, where love gradually changes in a hostile world.
This is a comedy about how everyday routine and a midlife crisis create an ideal relationship on the battlefield. Passions are running high and it seems that everything is over, but the plot is preparing for unexpected twists.
Where to watch: Google
2. Who am I? (1998)
Original title: Ngo si seoi
Genre: comedy, action, adventure
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.7 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 6.8 (IMDb)
Country: Hong Kong
Director: Benny Chan, Jackie Chan
Starring: Jackie Chan, Michel Ferré, Mirai Yamamoto, Ron Smerzak
About what: One of the best films by the talented Jackie Chan, which found room for his signature funny humor and killer action.
Amazing fight choreography, crazy extreme stunts that Ethan Hunt envied, and incredible adventures of a special forces soldier who lost his memory will lift the spirits of all fans of the genre.
Where to watch: Rutube
3. Wild Tales (2014)
Original title: Relatos salvajes
Genre: comedy, thriller
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.7 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 8.1 (IMDb)
Country: Argentina, Spain, France, UK
Director: Damian Sifron
Starring: Ricardo Darin, Oscar Martinez, Leonardo Sbaraglia, Erika Rivas
About what: An almanac of six original stories with incredible emotional intensity, heroes committing similar acts and a culmination of shocks that are impossible to predict.
A spectacular, ironic, laconic and well-made film that is definitely worth watching.
Where to watch: Wink
4. He and She (2017)
Original title: Mr & Mme Adelman.
Genre: comedy, melodrama
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.2 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 7.1 (IMDb)
Country: France, Belgium
Director: Nicolas Bedos
Starring: Doria Tillier, Nicolas Bedos, Denis Podalydes, Antoine Gouy
About what: an extraordinary charming French love story of a quarter of 45 years. Sharp funny life situations, relationships filled with drama, French (sometimes vulgar) humor.
The director is Nicolas Bedos, who also played one of the main roles in this film. Nicolas nurtured the idea for over 15 years, and, let’s be honest, it was worth it. His brainchild is clever, touching, multi-layered, thought-provoking and leaves a pleasant aftertaste.
An unexpected ending as a bonus.
Where to watch: Kinopoisk
5. Honey in the Head (2014)
Original title: Honig im Kopf
Genre: comedy, drama, adventure
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.2 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 7.1 (IMDb)
Country: Germany
Director: Til Schweiger, Lars Gmeling
Starring: Emma Schweiger, Dieter Hallervorden, Til Schweiger, Pasquale Aleardi
About what: German actor and director Til Schweiger, known to Russian viewers for his films Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door and Barefoot on the Pavement, continues his favorite theme of the road movie. This time, a granddaughter and her grandfather go on a journey.
A warm, “lamp” film with occasional visuals (landscapes depict their existence) and a simple message of mutual understanding in the family brings a smile and tears. A touching film for everyone with a pleasant “honey” aftertaste.
Where to watch: Google
6. Bonebreaker (2001)
Original title: Mean Machine
Genre: comedy, sports
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.2 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 6.4 (IMDb)
Country: UK, USA
Director: Barry Skolnick
Starring: Vinnie Jones, Jason Statham, Jason Flemyng, David Kelley
About what: A light, ironic film about the unpredictable life of the captain of the English national team is perfect for watching in a group of men.
The prison-football tragicomedy has a simple plot, cool charismatic heroes and not the most intellectual humor. We present a great performance by young Jason Statham, his funny character is the real cherry on the cake.
Where to watch: Rutube
7. Cultural Comedy (2024)
Genre: comedy
Audience rating: ⭐️ 7.0 (KinoPoisk), ⭐️ 4.9 (IMDb)
Country: Russia
Director: Vladimir Kott
Starring: Alexey Chadov, Yana Gladkikh, Yuri Stoyanov, Anton Yeskin
About what: The cynical Perm official Viktor Letayev, cautiously for road construction, is used to getting his way in everything. Carried away by the matter, he does not pay attention to other spheres of life. However, when culture and art become the region’s priority, Viktor understands that in order to keep his seat, he will have to adapt.
Now he has to move forward in the cultural heritage of the Perm region, and in this he is helped by the art history teacher Marina Nikolaevna, these gradual lessons change his view of the world.
Where to watch: Kinopoisk
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