145 French Comedy Films
145 titles
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Nicholas on HolidayMovie · 2014 · 97m · Family, ComedyAs the school year ends, the holidays are finally here. Little Nicolas, along with her parents and Grandma, travel to the coast and check into the Hotel Beau-Rivage for a relaxing stay.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.3 - 102
The Big WashMovie · 1968 · 95m · ComedyIn a world saturated by television, a dedicated teacher worries his students are losing focus in class. He teams up with an unusual colleague and an anarchist to fight back against television addiction in Paris. They undertake a daring mission, scaling rooftops to apply a special formula to antennas, blocking television signals. The film follows their courageous fight against societal norms and the profound impact their unconventional approach has on themselves and the city.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 103
Thank Heaven for Small FavorsMovie · 1963 · 92m · ComedyFaced with financial hardship, a respected family is forced to overcome their pride and find new ways to make a living. As societal changes put them under pressure, they redefine who they are and discover hidden strengths. The story explores class, survival, and finding oneself, showing how difficult times can lead to personal growth.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 104
Camping 2Movie · 2010 · 99m · ComedyJean-Pierre Savelli, a man in his forties working at an insurance company in Clermont-Ferrand, is going through a mid-life crisis. After his fiancée Valérie suggests they postpone their relationship, he alters his vacation plans and travels to the Flots Bleus campsite near Arcachon, seeking tranquility. Instead of peace, however, he encounters Patrick Chirac and his group of seasoned vacationers.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8 - 105
The Big ScareMovie · 1964 · 89m · Comedy, ThrillerTwo police inspectors pursue a clever counterfeiter through the city's hidden world. The chase follows the forger who is disrupting the community with fake money.
The film shows the complicated partnership between the two inspectors, who have different policing styles but share a strong commitment to catching the criminal. They face deceit and danger while trying to outsmart a resourceful adversary.
As the situation intensifies, the inspectors grapple with difficult choices and personal struggles. This suspenseful crime story delivers a gripping experience that keeps audiences engaged.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7 - 106
Stars 80Movie · 2012 · 110m · ComedyVincent and Antoine, devoted fans of the 1980s, operate a business providing look-alikes of famous stars across France. Their promising company faces disaster when they find themselves with over forty bookings but no actual celebrities available. They then conceive a plan: contact the original 1980s stars and convince them to return to the spotlight. Why settle for impersonators when they can have the real thing?IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.7 - 107
A Pain in the AssMovie · 1973 · 85m · Comedy, DramaIn Montpellier, Ralf Milan, a professional hitman, is hired to kill a key witness in a major trial. He stays at a simple hotel and is next door to a recently divorced man struggling with extreme anxiety.
As Ralf plans the assassination, the neighbor's unpredictable emotional outbursts begin to interfere with his carefully planned mission, risking exposure. Amidst the danger of the assignment, an unexpected connection develops between them as they grapple with their personal difficulties.
The film explores themes of loneliness, ethics, and finding a path to redemption against the backdrop of a dangerous plot. It examines the delicate balance between control and unpredictability, questioning whether people are defined by their actions or if change is possible, even in unexpected situations.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 108
BabysittingMovie · 2014 · 85m · ComedyNeeding a babysitter for his son Remy, Marc Schaudel hires Franck, a gay man. Unbeknownst to Marc, it's Franck's 30th birthday and Remy is a demanding child. The following morning, Marc and his wife Claire are awakened by a police call: Remy and Franck have vanished, and the house is in ruins. Police discover a camera among the debris. Marc, Claire, and the police then watch the video recorded the previous night to uncover what happened to Franck and Remy.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 109
The Seventh Company Has Been FoundMovie · 1975 · 80m · Comedy, WarThe Seventh Company returns for a new adventure, facing new challenges and unforeseen problems. Picking up where the last film left off, the team is drawn into a world of dangerous missions, complicated partnerships, and tough choices.
This film explores the characters' personal lives and relationships while keeping the story moving quickly. The visuals immerse viewers in this detailed world, featuring stunning scenery and intense action sequences. With a good mix of action, suspense, and character growth, this sequel is enjoyable for both new audiences and those familiar with the original. Prepare for a captivating story filled with powerful moments.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.3 - 110
VictorMovie · 2009 · 95mA family wins a contest to adopt Victor, an 85-year-old man, and the magazine intern who came up with the idea now has to fix it.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.2 - 111
HibernatusMovie · 1969 · 82m · Comedy, Science FictionAfter disappearing during a scientific expedition in Greenland over fifty years ago, Paul Fournier is found frozen and remarkably preserved. Scientists revive him in the 1960s, where his descendants lovingly recreate a 1905 environment for him. They conceal the changes in the world and invent a family story to give Paul one last chance to experience a nostalgic past. The film explores identity, memory, and family ties as they grapple with the challenges of time travel.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 112
Ducoboo 2: Crazy VacationMovie · 2012 · 93m · Comedy, FamilyDucobu takes a vacation in the south of France.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.7 - 113
The MiserMovie · 1980 · 125m · ComedyThis charming adaptation updates Molière's classic with a contemporary feel. The story follows Harpagon, a miserly father, and his children, Cléante and Elise, who are both in love. Their romantic pursuits are complicated by their father’s attempts to arrange advantageous marriages for them.
The film balances humor and heartfelt moments as the characters deal with love, deception, and wanting to make their own choices. When Cléante finally tells his father about his feelings for Marianne, he's met with confusion. Harpagon's lack of understanding fuels the story while keeping it lighthearted.
Exploring family, love, and growing up, this film offers a world of laughter, tears, and genuine connection. Viewers become invested in the characters as they pursue happiness and navigate life's complexities.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 114
The 11 CommandmentsMovie · 2004 · 85m · ComedyFollowing a night of drinking, six men meet with The God of the Joke. He's disheartened that people no longer find things funny and tasks them with a mission: to save the world using the Eleven Commandments of the Joke. The men eagerly accept, embarking on a series of trials designed to test the boundaries of silliness.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.3 - 115
French Fried Vacation 2Movie · 1979 · 87m · ComedyThe friends from Les Bronzes are back in a hilarious sequel packed with laughter and adventure. A year after their memorable summer, Bernard, Nathalie, Gigi, Jerome, Popeye, Jean-Claude, and Christiane's friendship is still strong. The film follows them as they navigate life, love, and mishaps away from the beach.
Against a backdrop of beautiful scenery and funny moments, this sequel returns the characters audiences love with their distinctive personalities. Expect surprises as the friends face new challenges together, all while staying true to the bond they formed by the sea. With the same humor and warmth as the original, this sequel will entertain both longtime fans and newcomers.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 116
The VisitorsMovie · 1993 · 107m · Fantasy, ComedyA knight from 15th-century France, Godefroy de Papincourt, and his simple servant Jacquouille la Fripouille are unexpectedly transported to 1993. Confused by modern technology, the pair cause widespread chaos as they navigate this new world. Godefroy then meets Beatrice de Montmirail, a woman connected to his family history, who might be able to help them return to their own time. Together, they explore the secrets of time travel and overcome cultural differences to find a way back home, in a story filled with humor and warmth.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 117
Fric-FracMovie · 1939 · 105mA jewelry store employee develops feelings for a woman who is secretly planning to rob the store.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.0 - 118
The Exchange StudentMovie · 1967 · 85m · ComedyMonsieur Bosquier, owner of a respected private school, is disappointed by his son Philippe's poor exam results. To improve Philippe's English, he arranges an exchange program with a wealthy distiller, Mac Farrel, who sends his daughter Shirley to live with the Bosquiers. However, Philippe plans to spend the summer sailing with friends and asks a classmate, Michonnet, to pretend to be him in England. The deception is discovered, but Philippe and Shirley unexpectedly fall in love and impulsively travel to Scotland for a wedding. This comedic story explores themes of finding oneself, first love, and life's surprises.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 119
Delusions of GrandeurMovie · 1971 · 108m · Comedy, HistoryThe film follows Don Sallust, a powerful minister in the Spanish King's court. Driven by greed, he uses his position to gain wealth while harming the common people. His corruption leads to a scandal involving the Queen, a beautiful Bavarian princess. Accusations of an illegitimate child with one of her maids result in his dismissal and exile to a monastery.
The story examines power, deceit, and morality, exploring the consequences of greed and corruption at the highest levels of society. The characters face difficult relationships and moral choices in a time where reputation is everything. As Sallust loses his power and is isolated, the film questions the effects of a life based on dishonesty and how actions impact society.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 120
Asterix & Obelix: God Save BritanniaMovie · 2012 · 110m · Family, Adventure, ComedyAsterix travels across the English Channel to assist his second cousin, Anticlimax, in confronting Julius Caesar and the invading Roman army.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.1 - 121
Welcome AboardMovie · 2011 · 95m · ComedyIsabelle, an HR executive at a major cruise line, had an affair with her boss. Before their new ship's maiden voyage, he ended the relationship. Instead of seeking traditional revenge, Isabelle enlists Remy, a charismatic but directionless man with a troubled past, to help her with a scheme aboard the ship. Initially disruptive to the CEO and the Cruise Director, Remy gradually finds purpose and transforms the lives of those around him.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.5 - 122
C'est la vie!Movie · 2017 · 115m · ComedyMax, a seasoned wedding planner nearing the end of his career, faces his toughest challenge yet: a lavish wedding filled with demanding guests and eccentric performers. A fussy groom actively tries to sabotage Max's efforts, while his colleague and apparent girlfriend, Joisette, distances herself, openly flirting with a younger employee. The night promises to be exceptionally difficult, particularly when the groom begins an unexpected musical performance.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 123
Serial TeachersMovie · 2013 · 88m · ComedyJules Ferry High School is failing, with only 12 percent of students earning their diploma. The Inspector of Schools, having tried everything, is forced to implement an extreme measure suggested by his deputy: pair the school's most troubled students with its least effective teachers.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.4 - 124
BisMovie · 2015 · 98m · ComedyÉric and Patrice have been friends since high school, but their lives have diverged significantly. Éric is now a carefree bachelor, always chasing new experiences; Patrice is a devoted family man with a structured life. After a night of heavy drinking, the two friends are unexpectedly transported back to 1986, when they were 17. This chance to revisit their past presents them with the opportunity to alter the course of their futures. What choices will they make with this second chance?IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.3 - 125
Max & LeonMovie · 2016 · 98m · Comedy, War, AdventureThis World War II comedy, reminiscent of "La Grande Vadrouille," follows Max and Léon, two carefree friends who desperately try to evade military service. Their attempts to avoid the front lines lead them on a series of increasingly absurd and chaotic escapades.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 126
RealityMovie · 2015 · 87m · ComedyA struggling director is challenged by a producer: find the most convincing, Oscar-worthy expression of pain within 48 hours, or the film won't get funding.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 127
The French KissersMovie · 2009 · 90m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceA socially awkward teenager and his troubled friends navigate the challenges of fitting in within a diverse group of classmates.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 128
Final CutMovie · 2022 · 110m · Horror, ComedyA small film crew working on a low-budget zombie movie finds themselves in deadly trouble when they are unexpectedly confronted by actual zombies.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 129
Dirty KidsMovie · 2017 · 88m · ComedyA group of elderly French citizens attends a summer camp.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.9 - 130
Little NicholasMovie · 2009 · 91m · Comedy, FamilyNicolas enjoys a comfortable life: loving parents, close friends, and a desire for everything to stay the same. But his world shifts when he overhears a conversation suggesting his mother is pregnant. Overwhelmed by the possibility of change, he becomes anxious and fears the future.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.1 - 131
Protect and ServeMovie · 2010 · 90m · Comedy, Crime, ActionTwo inept French police officers join forces to confront organized crime.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.5 - 132
Family Is FamilyMovie · 2018 · 107m · ComedyValentin D is a highly sought-after designer and architect who hides his background by claiming to be an orphan. He's ashamed of his working-class roots as the son of scrap metal merchants from northern France.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 133
The TricyclistMovie · 1957 · 93mAntoine Peyralout works as the delivery driver for baker Mouillefarine. A clumsy and often stuttering character, Antoine is more focused on the local soccer team than on his job. His carelessness costs him a wedding cake delivery and his job. Undeterred, Antoine heads to Nice to see his team compete in the Cup final. Along the way, he meets Popeline, a charming woman he falls for, and unexpectedly saves her. Arriving in Nice, he learns that Dabek, the team's star goalkeeper, is struggling due to unforeseen circumstances.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.5 - 134
Marry Me, DudeMovie · 2017 · 92m · ComedyTo avoid being deported, Yassine asks his best friend Fred to marry him.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 135
The Roommates PartyMovie · 2015 · 102m · ComedyA severe winter prompts the French government to relocate affluent residents to make space for less fortunate citizens under the decree "Le Grand Partage." This policy causes disruption and tension among the inhabitants of an exclusive Paris apartment building.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.9 - 136
The MansionMovie · 2017 · 100m · Horror, ComedyA group of students gather at a remote, historic manor to ring in the New Year. Their celebration is quickly overshadowed by unsettling occurrences, transforming their festive gathering into a terrifying ordeal.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.8 - 137
Ali Baba and the Forty ThievesMovie · 1954 · 92m · Adventure, ComedyAli Baba, a simple servant, finds his life changed when his lord asks him to find a new slave. His search leads him to a secret cave belonging to the Forty Thieves, plunging him into a world of adventure and trickery.
As Ali Baba travels through dangerous lands and meets someone he loves, he struggles with what's right and his duty to his master. He faces daring challenges and exciting moments, learning that true wealth isn't just about gold, but about the people he meets.
This captivating story blends adventure, romance, and self-discovery as Ali Baba searches for strength and real riches in a world full of lies and peril. With memorable characters, surprising turns, and vivid locations, the film offers a spellbinding experience.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 138
BarbecueMovie · 2014 · 98m · ComedyOn his 50th birthday, a man who has meticulously maintained his weight, health, and composure suffers a heart attack. Despite adhering to all conventional advice, his efforts were unsuccessful. He resolves to abandon his self-discipline and embrace spontaneity.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 139
The Discreet Charm of the BourgeoisieMovie · 1972 · 101m · ComedyLuis Buñuel's classic film depicts an absurd look at the complicated relationships at an exclusive dinner party. Six wealthy guests gather for an elegant meal and conversation, but their evening is disrupted by a series of strange occurrences.
The film features a mix of realistic and dreamlike events that interfere with the dinner. These surreal interruptions reveal Buñuel's aim to expose the hollowness beneath the surface of upper-class life.
This satirical work blends humor and challenging moments to offer a commentary on social conventions, leaving a lasting impact on the audience.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 140
Mine de rienMovie · 2020 · 85m · ComedyIn a region devastated by the decline of mining, two men facing long-term unemployment conceive a plan: to build a unique amusement park on an abandoned coal mine. They hope that by revitalizing the mine and preserving its history, they can rediscover their purpose and restore their self-respect.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7 - 141
Jour de FêteMovie · 1949 · 86m · Comedy"Jour de Fête" is a charming comedy about a typical French small-town postman. He’s lovable but clumsy, and his easily distracted nature creates plenty of humor as he interacts with his community. The arrival of a traveling fair captures his attention, and a newsreel showcasing American postal efficiency inspires him to revolutionize mail delivery – all while cycling. The film looks at adapting to change and the importance of human connection in a rapidly modernizing world.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 142
All InclusiveMovie · 2019 · 92mA man takes an all-inclusive vacation to the Caribbean, only to discover he's been assigned a roommate.IMDb 3.4TMDB 3.9 - 143
Zazie dans le MétroMovie · 1960 · 93m · Comedy, FantasyA spirited ten-year-old girl has a memorable weekend adventure in Paris with her charming uncle. They explore the city together, experiencing laughter, culture, and learning important life lessons.
The film explores themes of growing up, family, and the wonder of new experiences, set against the backdrop of Paris. As they enjoy the city's culture, the girl and her uncle face challenges that test their relationship and encourage personal growth.
The story blends humor and heartfelt moments as the girl learns about responsibility, kindness, and love. It shows how significant personal development can happen in unexpected places with the people we care about most.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 144
PlayTimeMovie · 1967 · 115m · ComedyThis charming comedy follows Monsieur Hulot as he tries to get through modern Paris, a city full of new technology and busy people. His trip to meet a business associate becomes a series of unexpected events, similar to an American tourist's experience in the same city. The two men, each dealing with their own problems, occasionally meet and become interested in each other.
As they both navigate Paris, they get involved in funny situations with all sorts of quirky locals. The story builds to a chaotic but heartwarming scene in a lively restaurant where everyone comes together. The film playfully looks at ideas about connecting with others, differences in culture, and finding happiness even when things are complicated.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 145
Camping 3Movie · 2016 · 105m · ComedyEvery summer, Jacky and Laurette from Gatineau, recently divorced from Sophie, and Patrick Chirac reunite at the Blue Waves camping grounds. This year, Patrick tries car sharing, planning a solo trip through France with Vanessa. However, he's joined by three young men from Dijon: Robert, Benji, and José. Consequently, Patrick finds himself in a bed-sharing situation.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.7
