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Favorite Comedies Of All Time -- Part 2

  • Writer: Devin DeFrain
    Devin DeFrain
  • Jun 27, 2020
  • 7 min read


While these movies may not have made it in the first round, I still consider them to be my favorite comedy movies of all time! Here's part 2 of my favorite comedies (in no particular order):


Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006)


Before there was Step Brothers there was Talladega Nights. Will Ferrell and John C. Riley suit up as these two NASCAR drivers who are living the best life. They've got a good thing going for them with the Shake N' Bake where Ricky (Will Ferrell) takes 1st place and Kal (John C. Riley) takes 2nd. All of this is interrupted though when French Formula One champ Jean Girard (Sacha Baron Cohen) comes into town and starts winning races. Ricky's whole life is turned upside down and he has to enlist the help of his dad Reese (Gary Cole) to help restore his honor on the racetrack.


IMDb: 6.6/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 71% Critic; 73% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Bridesmaids (2011)


This one might come as a surprise to some people but here it is. This movie is absolutely HILARIOUS! The all-star female cast of Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Ellie Kenper and Wendi McLendon-Covey really bring it to a whole other level. You can really tell that Kristen and Maya have that same friendship chemistry off stage; which only heightens their performances.


IMDb: 6.8/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% Critics; 76% Audience


Favorite Scene:


21 Jump Street (2012)


If you were to look up the definition of buddy cops in the dictionary, there'd be a picture these two. Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) are two cops that aren't exactly moving up the chain of command anytime soon. It isn't until Captain Dickson (Ice Cube) calls them in to go undercover at their old high school and stop the distribution of the synthetic drug HFS (Holy F*****g Shit). What Schmidt and Jenko don't realize is that times have changed a lot since they were in high school. They have to work as a team and adapt to this new high school landscape in order to accomplish their mission.


IMDb: 7.2/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 84% Critic; 82% Audience


Favorite Scene:


The Other Guys (2010)


It seems like every other comedy I like just so happens to be a buddy cop one, but this one is here to stay. Gamble (Will Ferrell) and Holtz (Mark Wahlberg) are two desk jockies that sit back and fill out the paperwork of other cops. But when Danson (Dwayne Johnson) and P.K. Highsmith (Samuel L. Jackson) go down in the line of duty, these two are called into action. At first they're called in to investigate a scaffolding permit violation by David Ershon (Steve Coogan). What they come to find out is that he owes millions of dollars to a company that's trying to have him killed. This is probably one of the more underrated movies in the past decade.


IMDb: 6.6/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 78% Critic; 60% Audience


Favorite Scene:


40 Year Old Virgin (2005)


Steve Carell was just starting out THE role of Michael Scott on The Office when he was filming this movie. And it's safe to say that the "Kelly Clarkson!!" waxing scene is one of the more recognizable one's in recent movie history. Andy (Steve Carell) is single and works at the local tech store in town. One night when playing poker with David (Paul Rudd), Cal (Seth Rogen) and Ray (Romany Malco) he reveals that he's still a virgin. His three co-workers decide to help him out, be his wingmen, teach him what it takes to get a girl and eventually reach second base. Despite their advice, he finds Trish (Catherine Keener) and takes matters into his own hands for once.


IMDb: 7.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% Critic; 80% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)


We've all had that dream of skipping an entire day of high school just to fully appreciate what's going on in the world around us. I for one feel like a complete chump for being a good noodle back in the back day and not taking a senior skip day! This movie right here though is everything great about a fun and funny comedy. Not to mention that if anyone other than Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck and Mia Sara were in these roles, this movie would've been completely different.


IMDb: 7.8/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 80% Critic; 92% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Dumb and Dumber (1994)


Just two idiot friends, a briefcase of money, a road trip and a woman who they both happen to love. What could possibly go wrong....


IMDb: 7.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 67% Critic; 84% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)


Before there was Ron Burgundy, there was the swinging British spy Austin Powers. It could even be said that he was a role model for him growing up but that's a bit of a stretch. This time around Dr. Evil (Mike Myers) is back from his time in space and manages to steal Austin's mojo. Now Austin (Mike Myers) has to go back to 1969 to get his mojo back and destroy a laser on the Moon with the help of Felicity Shagwell (Heather Graham). But this movie wouldn't be what it is without Mini-Me (Verbe Troyer) coming into the picture too.


IMDb: 6.6/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 52% Critic; 71% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)


Let me start by saying RIP to Robin Williams. That man is one of the greatest comedians of all time (in my opinion)! And the 90's was his golden age for movies, just like it's the Rock's today. I believe that this movie is what really jump-started his career to make him a household name. In it Daniel (Robin Williams) disguises himself as an old English nanny named Mrs. Doubtfire to try and get to spend more time with his kids after taking some time off with his wife Miranda (Sally Fields). The thing is that she's already moved on and found new man, Stu (Pierce Brosnan). Now, Daniel has to comfort his kids who feel abandoned and get this man out of the picture at the same time. One lie leads to another though and they soon become too much for Mrs. Doubtfire.


IMDb: 7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 71% Critics; 77% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Billy Madison (1995)


I think it's become clear that most of Adam Sandler's work nowadays has gone down hill a little bit (with the exception of Uncut Gems!). For me, this and Happy Gilmore were really when Adam Sandler was in his stride. Billy (Adam Sandler) is the son of a wealthy hotel chain owner (Brian McGavin). He runs around his mansion all day drinking and partying. It gets to the point where his dad gives him an ultimatum. If he wants to become the heir to the hotel chain, he has to repeat kindergarten through senior year in high school in 24 weeks (since he paid off all his teachers) or he hands the keys over to Eric (Bradley Whitford). What unfolds is nothing short of dumb and enjoyable at the same time!


IMDb: 6.4/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 40% Critic; 79% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Spaceballs (1987)


If you know me, then you know I'm a HUGE Star Wars guy! The thing about this movie is that it's exactly like the beloved sci-fi franchise, but not really. Mel Brook's decided to make this satirical, self-aware movie to mock Star Wars. And let me say it does a great job at that without tarnishing Star Wars entirely. Follow along as Dark Helmet (Rick Moranis) and President Skroob (Mel Brooks) try and steal planet Druidia's "Perri-Air" supply for themselves. But they don't acquire it so easily without Princess Vespa (Daphne Zuniga), Dot Matrix (Joan Rivers), Lone Starr (Bill Pullman) and Barf (John Candy) having anything to say about it.


IMDb: 7.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 57% Critic; 83% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Tommy Boy (1995)


Unlike The Wrong Missy, David Spade is in his element and running on all cylinders here. When he has someone of equal comedic talent to riff off of, we see him take his douche-like, sarcastic character to another level. Tommy (Chris Farley) is a recent college grad and heir to his dads (Brian Dennehy) factory, Callahan Auto Parts. After his father dies on his wedding day, Tommy is faced with a decision. Either he steps up and takes charge for once in his life or he has to sell Callahan Auto Parts. He decides to hit the road with his dads long time assistant Richard (David Spade) and sell brake pads to new and old buyers to keep the factory open. What Tommy doesn't realize is that his new step-mom (Bo Derek) and her boyfriend (Rob Lowe) want the money and the family business all to themselves.


IMDb: 7.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 42% Critic; 90% Audience


Favorite Scene:


Uncle Buck (1989)


We all have that one fun uncle out there that whenever he's supervising you know it can go off the rails. But if you don't, then I'm extremely sorry. Buck (John Candy) is a clumsy, disorganized and messy auto body shop owner that's suddenly called in to babysit his nephew Miles (Macaulay Culkin) and nieces Tia (Jean Louisa Kelly) and Maizy (Gaby Hoffman). Buck tries his best to keep his sisters house in order while also trying to maintain a relationship with his girlfriend Chanice (Amy Madigan). What unfolds is a typical 80's comedy but one that's heartfelt and memorable.


IMDb: 7/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 61% Critic; 76% Audience


Favorite Scene:


The Three Amigos (1986)


Three comedians are at the prime of their careers in both this silent era Hollywood and actual Hollywood. Dusty Bottoms (Chevy Chase), Lucky Day (Steve Martin) and Ned Nederlander (Martin Short) are famous silent film cowboy actors. One day when Lucky demands the three of them get a raise, they're all fired and out of a job. Immediately after this happens they receive a telegram from a small village in Mexico asking for help. They all believe that this is just another film that's going to be released. But what they don't realize is that this village is actually under attack from a real Mexican gang and that this isn't just another movie they're starring in.


IMDb: 6.5/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 46% Critic; 67% Audience


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