12 little-known comedies you might have missed

12. Remove periscope

Down Periscope

• USA, 1996
• Comedy.
• Duration: 89 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.1.

Experienced officer Tom Dodge has long dreamed of getting a nuclear submarine under his command. The only problem is that he is not too fond of following the orders of the leadership. Therefore, as punishment for the duration of the exercises, Dodge is given a diesel submarine from the Second World War and a team consisting entirely of losers. But it turns out that even with such resources it is quite possible to resist a conditional enemy.

The picture of the comedy director David Ward captivates with the simplest humor, built on the practical jokes of the submarine crew and the captain's wit. Also, the film has a great cast. The main role was played by Kelsey Grammer, known for the TV series Frasier, and he was assisted by aspiring Rob Schneider and Harry Dean Stanton - a favorite David Lynch.

11. Weekend at Bernie's

Weekend at Bernie's

• USA, 1989
• Comedy, crime.
• Duration: 98 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.4.

Larry and Richard, young employees of an insurance company, discover that someone at the firm is receiving fraudulent payments. They report this to their boss, Bernie, who steals the money himself. He invites his subordinates to rest in his luxurious house. But by the time the guests arrive, Bernie is killed by a hitman. To prevent suspicion from falling on them, Larry and Richard have to pretend all weekend that the man is alive.

The film was directed by Ted Kotcheff, who previously became famous in more serious genres: he directed the thriller A Dangerous Awakening and the action movie Rambo: First Blood. This work will appeal to all fans black humor: most of the action, the main characters are busy with the corpse of the boss, cunningly deceiving others.

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10. back to back

due date

• USA, 2010
• Comedy.
• Duration: 95 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.5.

Successful architect Peter hurries home - he is about to have a baby. But the plans of the man are spoiled by the aspiring actor Ethan. Due to the ridiculous actions of the latter, both heroes are kicked out of the plane, and the journey by car is delayed. At first, Peter hates his companion, but gradually the relationship between them warms up.

A film by Todd Phillips, author of The Hangover and, surprisingly,Joker”, is a typical road movie about two people with different characters and social statuses. But excellent actors do not allow the tape to slide into banality: the main roles were played by Robert Downey Jr. and Zach Galifianakis.

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9. The man who knew too little

The Man Who Knew Too Little

• USA, Germany, 1997.
• Comedy, drama, crime.
• Duration: 94 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.6.

Simple guy Wallace comes to London to celebrate his birthday. While waiting for his brother to be released, the hero decides to take part in some kind of theatrical production that imitates a crime story. But at some point, Wallace is mistaken for a real spy and he is being hunted. But surprisingly, the naive hero manages to cope with all the difficulties.

The very title of this film parodies Alfred Hitchcock's The Man Who Knew Too Much (two versions came out: in 1934 and 1956). And the plot, when a random person is mistaken for a special agent, came from these thrillers. Only in comedy do amazing coincidences and antics of the protagonist replace suspense. Plays the last favorite of the audience, Bill Murray.

8. Zombie named Fido

Fido

• Canada, 2006
• Horror, comedy.
• Duration: 93 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.7.

In the 1950s, the United States swept the zombie apocalypse. Then the corporation "Zomkon" came up with collars that pacify the aggression of the walking dead. After that, people even began to make monsters for themselves instead of servants. Such a fate befell Fido - he lived in the Robinson family and became the best friend of the boy Timmy. But one day, a silent zombie gets out of control and bites a neighbor.

Despite the similar Russian title, this picture does not copy or parody the film. Edgar Wright "Zombie named Sean". But in Canadian comedy there is a real story of friendship with zombies. Moreover, the comedian Billy Connolly, who played Fido, was able to perfectly convey the emotions of his character with just one expression of his eyes.

7. Gregoire Moulin against humanity

Gregoire Moulin contre l'humanite

• France, 2001
• Comedy, melodrama.
• Duration: 90 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.8.

Gregoire Moulin was born on Friday the 13th, and his parents immediately committed suicide. Throughout his life, a man was pursued by failures. But one day he fell in love with a beautiful girl and confessed his feelings to her. After that, literally all possible tests fell on him - from clashes with football fans to a meeting with a fake Hitler.

The French comedy, which was written and directed by Arthus de Pengern, who himself played the main role, will appeal to fans of the famous "Amelie». The humor here is a little rougher, but the story is also tied to love and fantastic encounters. Interestingly, before creating his own painting, de Pengern played a small role in Amelie.

6. Night games

game night

• USA, 2018.
• Comedy, crime.
• Duration: 100 minutes.
• IMDb: 6.9.

Spouses Annie and Max Davis periodically participate in funny "night games" in which couples go through a detective quest. In the next such competition, they need to find the allegedly kidnapped brother Max. But it soon turns out that he got involved in the showdown of the mafia and really got into trouble.

Game Night was directed by not-so-famous aspiring directors. But the cast here is stellar: the main roles were played by Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams. And along with them appear Jesse Plemons and even Michael C Hall, known from the series "dexter».

5. Death during a funeral

Death at a Funeral

• UK, USA, Germany, Netherlands, 2007.
• Black comedy.
• Duration: 90 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.3.

After the death of Daniel's father, the whole family gathers at his house for the wake. But the meeting doesn't go according to plan. One of the guests accidentally takes a drug, the other pesters everyone with questions about possible illnesses. To top it all off, a dwarf comes to the event who wants to blackmail the relatives of the deceased.

British comedy is different very tough black humor, which is hinted at even by the main theme - the funeral. However, in such a gloomy entourage, the authors managed to add the craziest jokes. By the way, you should be careful not to confuse: in 2010, a remake of the same name was released in the USA. But the original is much funnier.

4. The gods must have gone mad

The Gods Must Be Crazy

• South Africa, 1980
• Comedy, adventure.
• Duration: 109 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.3.

A gift literally falls from the sky on a tribe of Bushmen living in South Africa - an empty Coca-Cola bottle. Soon, an unusual thing leads to quarrels, and then Ki decides to take it to the ends of the Earth to throw it away. Meanwhile, local zoologist Andrew meets a city visitor. teacherwhile an attempted coup d'état is taking place in a neighboring country. All these storylines intertwine in the most amazing way.

The South African film was shot on a very small budget. Separate scenes do resemble a documentary or amateur recordings. But at the same time, the characters and plot twists make the film "The Gods Must Be Crazy" one of the funniest comedies. Even more amazing is that the sequel is even funnier. But the third and fourth parts failed.

3. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are dead

Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead

• UK, USA, 1990.
• Comedy, drama.
• Duration: 113 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.3.

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern go to the court of the King of Denmark. There they communicate with Prince Hamlet and watch the rest of the inhabitants of the palace. And in their free time, friends come up with new games and just wander aimlessly around castle.

The idea of ​​the film, which Tom Stoppard directed based on his own play, is to show a familiar story from an unexpected angle. The author took the plot of "Hamlet" as a basis, but placed secondary characters performed by the magnificent Gary Oldman and Tim Roth at the center of the action.

2. Boy

boy

• New Zealand, 2010.
• Comedy, drama.
• Duration: 87 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.5.

Young Alamein, often referred to simply as the Boy, lives with his grandmother, brother, and numerous cousins. His mother died during childbirth, and his father, as the young hero believes, is busy with the most important things. But one day, dad, who was actually in prison, returns home. The boy is happy that he has found a family, but the man is only trying to pull off another criminal case.

New Zealander Taika Waititi is now known for the film "real ghouls” and the third “Thor”, but even at the dawn of his career, he made an amazing dramatic comedy, partly based on his own biography. The director himself played the loser father, who at first looks like a completely disgusting person. But it turns out that even such scoundrels can improve.

1. Producers

The Producers

• USA, 1968.
• Comedy.
• Duration: 88 minutes.
• IMDb: 7.5.

An unsuccessful Broadway producer releases productions one after the other, and they constantly fail. But the accountant offers him a not entirely legal way to get money. For the scheme to work, you need to create the most unsuccessful performance. The heroes decide that the best option is to make the protagonist of the production of Hitler.

This painting is more famous than the others on the list. But still now Mel Brooks is remembered by many as the author parody films ("Dracula: Dead and Happy", "Robin Hood: Men in Tights"). However, in the late 60s, he shot one of the most fun satirical comedies. Here is a picaresque story, and an incredible number of gags. By the end, the viewer is waiting for a completely crazy scene with the performance.

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