humorous backdrop

Movies with humorous vibe

Kung Fu Panda

1. Kung Fu Panda

Animation Family Comedy Action Adventure
7.6
20081h 30min

Overview

When the Valley of Peace is threatened, lazy Po the panda discovers his destiny as the "chosen one" and trains to become a kung fu hero, but transforming the unsleek slacker into a brave warrior won't be easy. It's up to Master Shifu and the Furious Five -- Tigress, Crane, Mantis, Viper and Monkey -- to give it a try.

Themes

Destiny vs self determination, Mentor pressure and growth, Kung fu tradition vs adaptation, Belief as empowerment, Belonging through teamwork, Perseverance through doubt

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Welcome to the Sticks

2. Welcome to the Sticks

Comedy Drama Romance Romantic Comedy Relationship Drama
7.1
20081h 46min

Overview

Although living a comfortable life in Salon-de-Provence, a charming town in the South of France, Julie has been feeling depressed for a while. To please her, Philippe Abrams, a post office administrator, her husband, tries to obtain a transfer to a seaside town, on the French Riviera, at any cost. The trouble is that he is caught red-handed while trying to scam an inspector. Philippe is immediately banished to the distant unheard of town of Bergues, in the Far North of France...

Themes

Regional prejudice, Relocation and belonging, Deception for mobility, Dialect as social marker, Unhappy marriage, Hospitality and community

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Happy Feet

3. Happy Feet

Animation Comedy Family Family Animation Animal Companion Family
6.4
20061h 48min

Overview

Into the world of the Emperor Penguins, who find their soul mates through song, a penguin is born who cannot sing. But he can tap dance something fierce!

Themes

Ocean resource strain, Fish scarcity tension, Zoo confinement pressure, Antarctica isolation dynamics, Penguin identity through tap dancing, Family bonds under ridicule

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

The Lion King 1½

4. The Lion King 1½

Family Animation Comedy Adventure Family Animation
6.5
20041h 17min

Overview

Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog are best pals and the unsung heroes of the African savanna. This prequel to the smash Disney animated adventure takes you back -- way back -- before Simba's adventure began. You'll find out all about Timon and Pumbaa and tag along as they search for the perfect home and attempt to raise a rambunctious lion cub.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Home seeking resilience, Shared philosophy formation, Belonging through friendship, Wise adviser guidance, Humor as resilience

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

50 First Dates

5. 50 First Dates

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy High-Concept Comedy
6.8
20041h 39min

Overview

Henry is a player skilled at seducing women. But when this veterinarian meets Lucy, a girl with a quirky problem when it comes to total recall, he realizes it's possible to fall in love all over again…and again, and again. That's because the delightful Lucy has no short-term memory, so Henry must woo her day after day until he finally sweeps her off her feet.

Themes

Memory as obstacle, Deception within romance, Adaptation and commitment, Second chances in love, Humor in vulnerability, Memory-informed trust

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Vizontele Tuuba

6. Vizontele Tuuba

Comedy Drama Political Drama Awkward Comedy
6.5
20041h 51min

Overview

Guner Sernikli is a government official who, with his wife and their wheelchair bound daughter, has been assigned as the head librarian to this isolated province, virtually an exile since there is no library in the village. The family is warmly welcome, but these are the years of political anarchy and leftist/rightist clashes in big cities and the youth of the village inevitably follow the tides. They arrive in Vizontele, just as the situation is becoming really absurd. Guner brings wisdom; his daughter Tuba brings beauty, innocence and love. Some like the Mayor, Nazmi Dogan and crazy Emin appreciate these things but they are in the minority and confusion continues to reign. The story is based on the memories of writer-director Yılmaz Erdoğan of the last summer of his childhood in Hakkâri, Turkey in 1980.

Themes

Family resilience, Rural isolation, Political violence, Community tensions, Cultural clashes, Library as beacon

Available on

Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Freaky Friday

7. Freaky Friday

Family Fantasy Comedy Romance Parent-Child Family
6.4
20031h 37min

Overview

Mother and daughter bicker over everything -- what Anna wears, whom she likes and what she wants to do when she's older. In turn, Anna detests Tess's fiancé. When a magical fortune cookie switches their personalities, they each get a peek at how the other person feels, thinks and lives.

Themes

Generational role reversal, Family expectations and autonomy, Premature adulthood pressure, Selfless acts, Family bonding under stress, Parent child empathy

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Bend It Like Beckham

8. Bend It Like Beckham

Comedy Drama Romance Romantic Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.7
20021h 52min

Overview

Jess Bhamra, the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not permitted to play organized soccer, even though she is 18. When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton, who then convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Jess uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family while also dealing with her romantic feelings for her coach, Joe.

Themes

Cultural expectation vs individual choice, Gender roles in sports, Cross cultural romance tensions, Immigrant family pressure, Identity negotiation within tradition, Pursuit of opportunity vs tradition

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Lammbock

9. Lammbock

Comedy Buddy Comedy
7.2
20011h 33min

Overview

Stefan and Kai run a thriving business: a home-grown cannabis trade disguised as a pizza delivery service. For now they just have to fight aphids.

Themes

Friendship under strain, Illegal commerce front, Authority and policing tension, Consequences of illicit activities, Deception under pressure, Family expectations and rebellion

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Netflix
Amazon Video
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.

Son of the Bride

10. Son of the Bride

Comedy Drama Romance Family Drama Romantic Comedy
7.8
20012h 3min

Overview

At age 42, Rafael Belvedere is having a crisis. He lives in the shadow of his father, he feels guilty about rarely visiting his aging mother, his ex-wife says he doesn't spend enough time with their daughter and he has yet to make a commitment to his girlfriend. At his lowest point, a minor heart attack reunites him with Juan Carlos, a childhood friend, who helps Rafael to reconstruct his past.

Themes

Midlife crisis and purpose, Family obligation vs independence, Tradition vs personal freedom, Caregiving for aging parents, Wedding pressure on relationships, Heart attack as catalyst

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Movistar Plus+
Data provided by JustWatch.Availability may vary by region.