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Parody movies

Comedy that spoofs a genre or style, exaggerating familiar clichés and references for laughs.

Rosaline

1. Rosaline

Romance Drama Comedy Romantic Comedy Parody
6.5
20221h 37min

Overview

Left heartbroken after Romeo begins to pursue her cousin Juliet, Rosaline schemes to foil the famous romance and win back her guy in this comedic twist of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

Themes

Deception and misdirection, Love triangle dynamics, Family feud tensions, Reputation and social pressure, Secret schemes and alliances, Loyalty vs manipulation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Hocus Pocus 2

2. Hocus Pocus 2

Fantasy Comedy Family Supernatural Fantasy Parody
6.0
20221h 44min

Overview

29 years since the Black Flame Candle was last lit, the 17th-century Sanderson sisters are resurrected, and they are looking for revenge. Now it's up to three high school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.

Themes

Sibling dynamics, Cost of power, Revenge motive, Youth exploitation, Outsiders confronting tradition, Mass enchantment

Available on

Disney Plus
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See How They Run

3. See How They Run

Mystery Comedy Crime Whodunit Parody
6.5
20221h 39min

Overview

In the West End of 1950s London, plans for a movie version of a smash-hit play come to an abrupt halt after a pivotal member of the crew is murdered. When world-weary Inspector Stoppard and eager rookie Constable Stalker take on the case, the two find themselves thrown into a puzzling whodunit within the glamorously sordid theater underground, investigating the mysterious homicide at their own peril.

Themes

Ambition versus ethics, Power dynamics in collaboration, Blackmail and leverage, Deception under scrutiny, Theater backstage pressure, Performance and spectacle

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

4. Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

Music Comedy Music Biopic Parody
6.8
20221h 48min

Overview

Exploring every facet of ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame with early hits like ‘Eat It’ and ‘Like a Surgeon’ to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle, this biopic takes audiences on a truly unbelievable journey through Yankovic’s life and career, from gifted child prodigy to the greatest musical legend of all time.

Themes

Rise through adversity, Parents vs passion, Parody as identity, Artistic authenticity under industry pressure, Media hype and manipulation, Originality vs conformity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Clerks III

5. Clerks III

Comedy Drama Parody
6.2
20221h 40min

Overview

After narrowly surviving a massive heart attack, Randal enlists his old friend Dante to help him make a movie immortalizing their youthful days at the little convenience store that started it all.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Creative collaboration under constraint, Heart attack aftermath, Sequel ambitions, Financier dependency trust, Memory vs progress

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Day Shift

6. Day Shift

Action Fantasy Horror Comedy Thriller
6.1
20221h 53min

Overview

An LA vampire hunter has a week to come up with the cash to pay for his kid's tuition and braces. Trying to make a living these days just might kill him.

Themes

Loyalty vs obligation, Institutional power vs individuals, Economic pressure on families, Protecting loved ones under threat, Violence as survival, Manipulation of rules

Available on

Netflix
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Secret Headquarters

7. Secret Headquarters

Action Adventure Comedy Science Fiction Family
5.3
20221h 44min

Overview

While hanging out after school, Charlie and his friends discover the headquarters of the world’s most powerful superhero hidden beneath his home. When villains attack, they must team up to defend the headquarters and save the world.

Themes

"movie: secret headquarters. genres: action, Adventure, Comedy, Science fiction, Family, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Science fiction, Family main themes: secret identity, Superhero, Group of friends, Secret identity, Superhero, Group of friends full keywords list: secret identity, Superhero, Group of friends, Alien technology, Father son relationship. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of familial relationships and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of greatness. it highlights the importance of teamwork and the bonds formed through shared challenges, Ultimately emphasizing that true heroism lies in balancing personal responsibilities with the call to serve others."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe

8. Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe

Animation Comedy Science Fiction TV Movie Adult Animation
7.0
20221h 26min

Overview

In 1998, Beavis and Butt-Head are sentenced to Space Camp by a “creative” judge. Their obsession with a docking simulator (huh huh) leads to a trip on the Space Shuttle, with predictably disastrous results. After going through a black hole, they re-emerge in our time, where they look for love, misuse iPhones, and are hunted by the Deep State. Spoiler: They don’t score.

Themes

Time travel ethics, Gender dynamics, Youth rebellion vs authority, Privilege and bias, Satire of media culture, Technology and consequences, Surveillance and state power

Available on

Apple TV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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The Valet

9. The Valet

Comedy Romance Parody Romantic Comedy
6.7
20222h 4min

Overview

World famous movie star Olivia faces a PR disaster when a paparazzi snaps a photo of her with her married lover, Vincent. The hard-working valet Antonio accidentally appears in the same photo and is enlisted to pose as Olivia’s new boyfriend as a cover-up. This ruse with Olivia thrusts Antonio into the spotlight and unexpected chaos.

Themes

Cultural difference, Social media scrutiny, Marital separation, Wealth differences, Fake boyfriend, Paparazzi pressure

Available on

Hulu
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The Lost City

10. The Lost City

Action Adventure Comedy Treasure Hunt Parody
6.1
20221h 52min

Overview

Reclusive author Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on tour promoting her new book with Alan, Loretta gets kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire who hopes she can lead him to the ancient city's lost treasure that featured in her latest story. Alan, determined to prove he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, sets off to rescue her.

Themes

Wealth as leverage, Romantic tension under pressure, Treasure versus belief, Isolation and resilience under danger, Bond through adversity, Escape and survival dynamics

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Hulu
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