10 Funniest Movies of the 1990s That Deserve More Recognition
Bet you didn't even know some of these actually existed.
1. "Quick Change" - Bank Heists & Blundering Getaways
Bill Murray dons a clown costume, executes a bank robbery in New York, and the cash is bagged! Simple, right? Wrong.
His genius heist with accomplices Geena Davis and Randy Quaid turns into a hilariously disastrous escape. Taxi drivers who can't speak English, mafia crime scenes, and overenthusiastic bus drivers? Who knew the Big Apple could be such a labyrinth?
2. "Oscar" - From Gangster to Gentleman
The roaring '20s and Sylvester Stallone? You bet. As Snaps Provolone, a mob boss turned legitimate businessman, life should be easy. But when his daughter announces her secret marriage, and suitcases of jewels get swapped with lingerie, chaos ensues.
Mafia rivalries? Forget it; family mayhem takes the cake. Remember, even in the mob, there's no business like family business.
3. "Drop Dead Gorgeous" - Pageant Pandemonium
Ah, Minnesota! Land of lakes, cold winters, and... cutthroat beauty pageants? When teenage contestants start meeting bizarre demises, everyone's a suspect.
Amidst tap dancing, patriotic costumes, and Sarah Rose Cosmetics Mount Rose American Teen Princess Pageant (what a mouthful!), we dive deep into small-town antics. Could beauty be... fatal? Tiaras, treachery, and teen spirit? Shine on!
4. "So I Married an Axe Murderer" - Romance and... Regret?
Mike Myers finds love in San Francisco, a poetic dream. Ah, but what's this? His beloved might be an axe murderer?
With newspapers echoing her murderous trail and a suspicious meatloaf on the dinner table, paranoia kicks in. But is it all in his head, or is he next on the chopping block? Love's a killer, but this? Pure heart-pounding hilarity.
5. "The Ref" - A Heist with Holiday Cheer
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, a burglar was stuck, with a bickering spouse. Denis Leary, intending to rob a rich couple, becomes an unexpected marriage counselor.
As arguments flare, and in-laws come knocking, Leary's heist turns into a holiday mess. Who knew theft could lead to therapy? A lesson for all: sometimes robbers make the best referees in life's chaotic game.
6. "Brain Donors" - Chaos in Tights
Ballet! Elegance, grace, and... slapstick? With John Turturro leading the trio of misfits, they attempt to sponsor a ballet production. But between rival dancers, scorned lovers, and enough pratfalls to make the Three Stooges proud, the stage is set for disaster.
Can they turn the tide and save the show? Ballet has never been this uproarious – prepare for an encore of laughter.
7. "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" - The Riviera's Slipperiest Sliders
Ah, the French Riviera, where Michael Caine and Steve Martin compete as con men! Who's the best at swindling wealthy women?
Their target: a millionaire heiress. But as tricks escalate and the line between swindler and swindled blurs, who’s conning whom? Scams, sophistication, and a surprise twist? Mon dieu! Buckle up for a comedic tour de force.
8. "Joe Versus the Volcano" - From Drab to Fab
Tom Hanks, believing he's dying, agrees to jump into a volcano for a super-rich eccentric. Why? For a short, luxurious life, of course! But with Meg Ryan playing three roles, and luggage that’s oddly life-saving, things aren't as straightforward.
A journey of self-discovery, with peculiar twists and turns, awaits. Will he meet his fiery fate or find something more? Dive in, the water’s... hot?
9. "Death Becomes Her" - Vanity, Vexations, and Voodoo
Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn, age-old rivals in love and beauty. When a potion promises eternal youth, how could they resist? But immortality comes with a price: physical calamities that'd finish any mortal.
Falling down stairs? No problem! Holes through the belly? Just a breeze! When vanity knows no bounds, comedy reigns supreme.
10. "Bowfinger" - Hollywood Hustles & Alien Antics
Steve Martin, a down-and-out filmmaker, aims for one last shot at success. With Eddie Murphy (twice over!) and a crew of misfits, they secretly film a sci-fi blockbuster.
Cameras hidden, actors unaware, and an alien dog suit? Yes, it's as mad as it sounds. When Hollywood dreams clash with low budgets, the result is pure comedic genius. Lights, camera... accidental action?