The 100 Funniest Movies of All Time: A Complete List for Laugh-Out-Loud Entertainment

When it comes to cinematic enjoyment, nothing beats a film that makes you laugh until your sides hurt. Whether it’s witty dialogue, absurd situations, or over-the-top performances, the funniest movies of all time have a special place in our hearts. From timeless classics to modern comedies, this list covers 100 films that are guaranteed to bring joy, laughter, and a bit of nostalgia.

Here’s our ultimate countdown of the funniest movies of all time, spanning decades, genres, and styles—perfect for movie nights or whenever you need a good laugh.

1–10: Classic Comedies That Never Get Old

1. Airplane! (1980) – A parody of disaster movies, this film’s rapid-fire jokes and absurd humor make it a timeless classic.
   
   

2. Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975) – British humor at its finest; a medieval quest filled with absurdity.
   
   

3. Blazing Saddles (1974) – Mel Brooks’ satirical take on Westerns with sharp wit and outrageous gags.
   
   

4. Caddyshack (1980) – Golf, chaos, and Bill Murray at his comedic peak.
   
   

5. Some Like It Hot (1959) – Cross-dressing shenanigans and romance collide in this iconic film.
   
   

6. The Producers (1967) – A hilarious take on Broadway with unforgettable performances.
   
   

7. Young Frankenstein (1974) – Another Mel Brooks gem, spoofing classic horror films with genius comedic timing.
   
   

8. Dumb and Dumber (1994) – The ultimate road trip comedy with ridiculous antics.
   
   

9. Groundhog Day (1993) – Bill Murray reliving the same day endlessly in this clever, funny classic.
   
   

10. Animal House (1978) – College chaos and party antics that influenced generations of comedies.
    
    

11–20: Satire and Parody at Its Best

11. This Is Spinal Tap (1984) – Mockumentary gold with hilarious rock band antics.
    
    

12. Shaun of the Dead (2004) – Zombies, romance, and British humor blended perfectly.
    
    

13. Hot Fuzz (2007) – Action-packed comedy with witty dialogue and clever plot twists.
    
    

14. The Naked Gun (1988) – Slapstick and puns abound in this police spoof.
    
    

15. Spaceballs (1987) – Star Wars parody with Mel Brooks’ signature humor.
    
    

16. Tropic Thunder (2008) – Satirical take on Hollywood with an all-star cast.
    
    

17. Scary Movie (2000) – Horror film parody that became a cult favorite.
    
    

18. Galaxy Quest (1999) – Sci-fi comedy that lovingly pokes fun at Star Trek fandom.
    
    

19. Meet the Parents (2000) – Awkward family humor taken to hilarious extremes.
    
    

20. Deadpool (2016) – R-rated superhero comedy with meta-humor and irreverence.
    
    

21–30: Romantic Comedies That Deliver Laughs

21. When Harry Met Sally (1989) – Romantic and funny, with iconic scenes and dialogue.
    
    

22. Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001) – Misadventures of Bridget Jones with witty humor.
    
    

23. 10 Things I Hate About You (1999) – Teen romance with clever humor and charm.
    
    

24. Crazy Rich Asians (2018) – Comedy meets romance with heart and laughter.
    
    

25. My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002) – Family chaos and cultural humor at its finest.
    
    

26. Notting Hill (1999) – Romantic mishaps and funny misunderstandings.
    
    

27. The Proposal (2009) – Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds deliver chemistry and laughs.
    
    

28. Legally Blonde (2001) – Elle Woods’ witty adventures in law school inspire smiles.
    
    

29. 50 First Dates (2004) – Romantic comedy with a funny and heartwarming twist.
    
    

30. Love Actually (2003) – Multiple interconnected stories blending humor and romance.
    
    

31–40: Family-Friendly Laughs

31. Shrek (2001) – Fairy tales with a hilarious, irreverent twist.
    
    

32. Toy Story (1995) – Pixar’s humor appeals to both kids and adults.
    
    

33. The Incredibles (2004) – Superhero family antics with witty dialogue.
    
    

34. Despicable Me (2010) – Gru, Minions, and comedy gold for all ages.
    
    

35. Finding Nemo (2003) – Adventure and humor make this Pixar film unforgettable.
    
    

36. Kung Fu Panda (2008) – Martial arts action with plenty of laughs.
    
    

37. The LEGO Movie (2014) – Unexpected humor and creativity in every scene.
    
    

38. Monsters, Inc. (2001) – Silly monsters and clever gags make this a favorite.
    
    

39. Aladdin (1992) – Robin Williams’ Genie alone earns endless laughs.
    
    

40. The Emperor’s New Groove (2000) – Absurd humor and memorable characters.
    
    

41–50: Dark and Quirky Comedies

41. Fargo (1996) – Dark comedy with a mix of crime and absurdity.
    
    

42. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) – Wes Anderson’s unique style with witty dialogue.
    
    

43. American Psycho (2000) – Darkly funny in its satirical take on Wall Street excess.
    
    

44. The Death of Stalin (2017) – Political satire with shocking hilarity.
    
    

45. In Bruges (2008) – Crime meets dry humor and dark wit.
    
    

46. Burn After Reading (2008) – Coen Brothers’ absurdist take on espionage.
    
    

47. Heathers (1989) – Dark teen comedy with biting social commentary.
    
    

48. Dr. Strangelove (1964) – Satire about nuclear war that remains painfully funny.
    
    

49. Little Miss Sunshine (2006) – Dysfunctional family comedy with heart and laughs.
    
    

50. Best in Show (2000) – Mockumentary about dog shows and eccentric owners.
    
    

51–60: Action-Comedy Mashups

51. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) – Superheroes, space, and nonstop humor.
    
    

52. Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) – Stylish action meets witty comedy.
    
    

53. 21 Jump Street (2012) – Police comedy reboot with hilarious misadventures.
    
    

54. 22 Jump Street (2014) – Sequel that doubles down on laughs and meta humor.
    
    

55. The Nice Guys (2016) – 70s-set detective comedy with sharp dialogue.
    
    

56. Rush Hour (1998) – Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker’s dynamic duo of laughs.
    
    

57. Men in Black (1997) – Sci-fi meets humor in alien-filled adventures.
    
    

58. Hot Shots! (1991) – Parody of Top Gun with ridiculous slapstick.
    
    

59. The Other Guys (2010) – Oddball detectives delivering absurd situations.
    
    

60. Spy (2015) – Melissa McCarthy’s spy antics deliver constant hilarity.
    
    

61–70: Cult Favorites and Indie Gems

61. Clerks (1994) – Kevin Smith’s low-budget cult comedy with sharp dialogue.
    
    

62. Napoleon Dynamite (2004) – Quirky, awkward humor that’s unforgettable.
    
    

63. The Big Lebowski (1998) – “The Dude” is iconic in this cult classic.
    
    

64. Superbad (2007) – Teen comedy with heart, friendship, and outrageous situations.
    
    

65. Pineapple Express (2008) – Stoner comedy with action-packed absurdity.
    
    

66. Role Models (2008) – Mentorship meets ridiculous situations.
    
    

67. Step Brothers (2008) – Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s absurdly funny dynamic.
    
    

68. Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004) – Satire on 70s news culture.
    
    

69. Waiting… (2005) – Restaurant workplace comedy that’s surprisingly funny.
    
    

70. Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004) – Stoner comedy with wild adventures.
    
    

71–80: Animated Comedies for Adults

71. South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut (1999) – Crude humor, brilliant satire.
    
    

72. The Simpsons Movie (2007) – Iconic TV series transitions to hilarious feature film.
    
    

73. Sausage Party (2016) – Outrageous adult animation with social commentary.
    
    

74. Ratatouille (2007) – Pixar’s humor and charm appeal to all ages.
    
    

75. Megamind (2010) – Villain-turned-hero with clever humor.
    
    

76. The Croods (2013) – Prehistoric family comedy with laughs and heart.
    
    

77. Zootopia (2016) – Satirical humor and social commentary in a family-friendly way.
    
    

78. Wreck-It Ralph (2012) – Video game nostalgia meets comedy.
    
    

79. Inside Out (2015) – Emotional yet funny exploration of human emotions.
    
    

80. Hotel Transylvania (2012) – Monster-themed comedy with zany antics.
    
    

81–90: Musicals and Music Comedy

81. A Hard Day’s Night (1964) – The Beatles at their comedic best.
    
    

82. The Blues Brothers (1980) – Musical hijinks and laughs abound.
    
    

83. Pitch Perfect (2012) – Singing competitions and comedy collide.
    
    

84. School of Rock (2003) – Jack Black teaches music with hilarious results.
    
    

85. Hairspray (2007) – Musical comedy full of fun and heart.
    
    

86. Moulin Rouge! (2001) – Over-the-top fun and energy in a musical comedy.
    
    

87. High School Musical (2006) – Lighthearted laughs with catchy songs.
    
    

88. Little Shop of Horrors (1986) – Cult musical comedy with absurd situations.
    
    

89. Singin’ in the Rain (1952) – Classic musical with witty humor and charm.
    
    

90. Rock of Ages (2012) – Rock music and comedy in a nostalgic package.
    
    

91–100: Recent Comedy Hits

91. Jojo Rabbit (2019) – Satirical humor with a touching storyline.
    
    

92. Booksmart (2019) – Smart teen comedy with modern humor.
    
    

93. The Farewell (2019) – Heartfelt comedy with cultural insights.
    
    

94. Palm Springs (2020) – Time-loop comedy that’s clever and hilarious.
    
    

95. Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (2021) – Absurd humor at its peak.
    
    

96. Free Guy (2021) – Video game comedy with unexpected laughs.
    
    

97. Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022) – Multiverse madness with humor and heart.
    
    

98. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022) – Mystery comedy with clever humor.
    
    

99. Ticket to Paradise (2022) – Romantic comedy with laughs and charm.
    
    

100. Strange World (2022) – Animated adventure full of humor for all ages.
     
     

Conclusion

From slapstick to satire, romantic comedies to animated gems, the funniest movies of all time span generations and genres. Whether you’re in the mood for classic humor, outrageous antics, or clever satire, this list has something for every comedy lover. Next time you need a laugh, pick any movie from this list—you’re guaranteed a good time.