The 8 Best Comedies of All Time

"Some Like It Hot" (1959)

Directed by Billy Wilder, this comedy stars Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon. The film follows two musicians who disguise themselves as women to escape from mobsters after witnessing a crime

"Monty Python and the Holy Grail" (1975):

Directed by Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones, this British comedy film is a satirical take on the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table

"Airplane!" (1980)

Directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker, "Airplane!" is a spoof comedy that parodies the disaster film genre. The film's rapid-fire jokes, slapstick humor, and deadpan delivery have made it one of the most quotable

"Annie Hall" (1977)

Directed by Woody Allen, "Annie Hall" is a romantic comedy that explores the complexities of relationships and love. The film's innovative storytelling, witty dialogue, and nuanced performances

"The Big Lebowski" (1998)

Directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, "The Big Lebowski" is a quirky comedy that follows the misadventures of Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski, played by Jeff Bridges, as he becomes embroiled in a case of mistaken identity

"Groundhog Day" (1993)

Directed by Harold Ramis, "Groundhog Day" stars Bill Murray as a cynical weatherman who finds himself trapped in a time loop, repeating the same day over and over again

"The Princess Bride" (1987)

Directed by Rob Reiner, "The Princess Bride" is a fairy tale adventure comedy that combines romance, swashbuckling action, and whimsical humor. The film's quotable lines, memorable characters

"Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb" (1964)

Directed by Stanley Kubrick, "Dr. Strangelove" is a black comedy that satirizes the Cold War and nuclear paranoia