The 20 Funniest Movies Around the World – Get Ready to Laugh Non-Stop!

The 20 Funniest Movies Around the World – Get Ready to Laugh Non-Stop!

Introduction

Who doesn't love a good laugh? Comedy films have this magical power to break down barriers and unite us all through humor, no matter where we're from or what language we speak. Whether it's slapstick, witty one-liners, or just downright absurdity, these films bring joy to anyone with a funny bone. So, buckle up and get ready for a hilarious ride through some of the funniest movies from around the world!

Classic Comedies

1. Duck Soup (1933)

Summary: Imagine this: Marx Brothers on a political satire as hilarious as it is absurd.

Plot: Groucho Marx plays Rufus T. Firefly, a dictator who, in some unknown way, makes the entire country into a mess of chaos. It's just a whirlwind of political nonsense and slapstick comedy.

Why It's Funny: It's a classic for a reason—fast-paced gags, witty one-liners, and all sorts of zany antics. It's comedy at its finest!

2. Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)

Synopsis: To view King Arthur's knights in a hilarious, wacky light, this British masterpiece is for you!

Iconic Moments: Who can forget the "French Taunter" or the rabbit of death? This is a movie full of lines you will quote for years.

Why It's Hilarious: It is just that perfect combination of ridiculousness, great wordplay, and just the right amount of British humor. And it's infinitely quotable!

3. Airplane! (1980)

Synopsis: Ever wished for a disaster movie where the gags flew faster than the planes? Well, here it is!

Plot: A former fighter pilot must land an emergency plane carrying a planeload of patients.

Sounds ominous, but that's only the perfect scenario for endless hilarity.

Why It's Funny: The gag bomb is on like a nose-diving airplane-thunderous, swift, and impossible to escape out-of-sight gags, puns, and one-liners everywhere

Comedies for Today

4. Shaun of the Dead (2004)

Overview: Zombies, British humor, and a man who wants to get to the pub-don't see what went wrong, do you?

Plot: Shaun and the gang survive the zombie outbreak while facing their personal crap. Multitasking, yes!

Why It's Funny: A zombie movie, of course, but with heart and laughs and all that stuff. What's not to like in a great British comedy?

5. Superbad (2007)

Overview: Teenagers, cringe-worthy moments, and a goal to get booze to help pull off a bash—Superbad is like high school in all the ways you wish it had not been.

Plot: Two buddies must navigate through graduation time without totally screwing each other over, coupled with loads of cringeworthy moments and shenanigans.

Why It Is Hilarious: What you'd never forget when listening to this is "I am McLovin! Is anyone?

6. Bridesmaids (2011)

Summary: A wedding comedy that rewrote the book on what "female-driven humor" could be. Laugh, cringe, maybe even cry a little with joy.

Plot: The maid of honor, Annie, is pitted against her best friend's other bridesmaids. It's a friendly competition—albeit with a few meltdowns.

Why It's Hilarious: Hilariously funny, emotionally true, and totally relevant. And the bathroom scene? Iconic.

International Comedies

7. The Intouchables (2011)

Overview: This is the most heartwarming yet hilarious French comedy. The story of a quadriplegic and his caregiver seems so improbable, but it became funny.

Themes: Unlikely friendship of two leads who couldn't be further apart but managed to unite through laughter.

Why It's Funny: It's not just the laughs—this movie will make you smile, think, and maybe even tear up a bit. But mostly, it's just pure comedy gold.

8. Amélie (2001)

Synopsis: This is that French whimsical eye-candy of a film-the beautiful love letter to all little pleasures of life and this one's bloody funny.

Style: The wit and the warmth, of the characters coupled with warm visuals, are making comedy of its heartiness and in equal measure.

Why It's funny: Light, sweet and totally oddball, oddity will melt in the heart. The little machinations of Amélie are worth all their gilded weight

Animated Comedies

9. Shrek (2001)

Summary: An ogre turned comedy star. Shrek deconstructs fairy tales by tossing enough laughs on to get one on the ride home.

Comedy Genre The humor is sharp for adult viewers but silly for youngsters to qualify as family farce.

Why It's Funny: This is a fairy tale, but twisted and with some of the best one-liners ever in an animated movie. Let's face it, Donkey steals the show!

10. Finding Nemo (2003)

Synopsis: This animated underwater journey from Pixar is warm but also so funny that even Dory would be a comedic genius by comparison.

Some of the Highlights: From Marlin's worried search for his son to Dory's forgetfulness, this movie has too many laugh-out-loud moments to list.

Why It's Comedy: The character interactions along with some pretty sharp fishy comedy make this one of the most enjoyable animated movies to watch over and over again.

Cult Favorites

11. The Big Lebowski (1998)

Synopsis: Ever noticed a crime comedy whose aim is to bowl and have White Russians? The story of The Big Lebowski.

Cultural Impact: The Dude's laid-back personality and his quirky friends have made a cult following, creating countless quotes and references.

Why It's Hilarious: This movie is weird, wonderful, full of crime, comedy, and oddball characters you simply can't resist loving.

12. Groundhog Day (1993)

Summary: Bill Murray keeps living the same day over and over. Sounds nuts, but pure comedy gold.

Themes: As the day repeats, he learns to grow but with a lack of ample amounts of hilarious misadventures.

Why It's Funny: Existential crisis married with comedy paired with perfect deadpan delivery of Bill Murray

Recent Hits

13. Jojo Rabbit (2019)

Synopsis: Satire set against Nazi Germany but told from the point of view of a young boy who fantasizes Adolf Hitler as his buddy. What?

Style: The dark humor and quirky perspective make this film both a comedy and a poignant exploration of growing up.

Why It’s Funny: Taika Waititi’s portrayal of Hitler is absurdly hilarious, and the film’s mix of comedy and heart is simply brilliant.

14. Palm Springs (2020)

Overview: Two people caught in a time loop make the best of it as they both try not to go nuts with hilarious outcomes.

Top Features: So witty on paper, marvelous acting, and an unconventional twist for a romantic comedy.

Why It's funny: Sort of like Groundhog Day-but so much crazier, offbeat sense of humor, and disastrous romantic.

Other Notable Mentions

15. Coming to America (1988)

Synopsis: Eddie Murphy plays an African prince who goes to America in search of true love, with a myriad of hilarious cultural mishaps.

Why It's Funny: Pure absurdity and one actor in many roles.

16. Dumb and Dumber (1994)

Synopsis: Two not too bright friends on a cross-country journey of silly events. What could possibly go wrong?

Why It's Funny: Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels' antics make the stupidity funny.

17. Hot Fuzz (2007)

Synopsis: A British action-comedy film that parodies the buddy cop films. Yes, explosions, comedy, and sharp wit!

Why It's Funny: Just that awesome mix of action, comedy, and British humor that will keep you rolling all the way to the end.

18. The Hangover (2009)

Synopsis: Bachelor party gone wrong in Vegas. One of the wildest and outrageous comedies ever.

Why It's Funny: The absurdity of the situations and the chemistry between the main characters make it one of the funniest movies of its time.

19. Mean Girls (2004)

Synopsis: High school cliques, teen drama, and plenty of sharp one-liners—this one's a must-see.

Why It's Funny: The biting satire and hilarious characters make it a classic for anyone who's ever survived high school.

20. Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)

Overview: Ferris skips school for a day, and hilarity ensues as he escapes getting caught while having a time of his life.

Why It's Funny: It's a feel-good, laugh-out-loud ride with Ferris and his crew as they carry out one of the great "sick days" of movie history.

Conclusion

These 20 films range from slapstick and quirky characters to one-liners that are time-honored. Whether you enjoy slapstick, satire, or whatever is in between, you'll find something here for every sense of humor. Grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the laughs!

References: [1] Restless.co.uk - The Best Comedy Films of All Time

[2] Forbes - Best Comedy Movies of All Time

[3] Empire Online - The Best Comedy Movies

[4] IMDb - Comedy Movies List

[5] GQ - The Best Comedy Films