Movies and TvShows featuring "screwball-comedy" theme.

Anora, a young sex worker from Brooklyn, gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and impulsively marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as the parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled.

In this cult TV show from the 1960s, an astronaut finds a genie in a bottle and tries to keep her existence a secret while experiencing unintended consequences. The show follows their comedic adventures and mishaps as the genie grants his wishes.

Gary Johnson, a professor and a hit man for the police, becomes attracted to a woman who hires him. Breaking protocol, he falls for her and flirts with turning into a criminal.

Henry Roth, a man afraid of commitment, meets Lucy Whitmore who has short-term memory loss. Despite her condition, Henry falls in love with Lucy and tries to make her fall in love with him every day by devising a plan to meet her repeatedly.

Zohan Dvir, an Israeli Special Forces Soldier, fakes his own death to pursue his dream of becoming a hair stylist in New York City. He encounters various obstacles along the way, including his arch-enemy, a Palestinian terrorist leader. With his military expertise, Zohan gains recognition and success in the hairdressing industry while also finding love. Ultimately, he must confront his enemies and save his neighborhood from destruction.

Ron Burgundy is a famous anchorman in 1970s San Diego. When Veronica Corningstone, a female news reporter, joins his news team, they become fierce rivals both on and off the air. The rivalry escalates, leading to a big fight between news teams. Veronica sabotages Ron by changing the words on his teleprompter, leading to his firing. Three months later, Ron is unemployed and friendless, while Veronica has become famous. However, when Veronica is pushed into a bear enclosure, Ron comes to her rescue and they reconcile. They later become co-anchors for a CNN-esque news show.

Ted, who has been in love with Mary since high school, hires a private investigator to find her. The investigator falls in love with her and lies to Ted, but ultimately fails to win her over. Ted, who has been mistakenly arrested for murder, finally reunites with Mary and learns that honesty is the best way to win her heart.

After witnessing a mob hit, two musicians disguise themselves as women and join an all-female band to escape. As they try to keep their identities hidden, they find themselves attracted to the band's singer and face challenges from the mob and their own feelings.

Death at a Funeral is a dark comedy that follows a dysfunctional family as they gather for a funeral. Amidst chaos and awkward situations, secrets are revealed and hilarity ensues.

In the midst of the Cold War, a Coca-Cola executive must navigate the political complexities of Berlin and the clash between communism and capitalism when his boss's daughter gets involved with a communist from the Soviet Union.

In Blithe Spirit, a crime writer seeks inspiration from a mystic, but accidentally summons the ghost of his deceased wife. Chaos ensues as his current wife becomes increasingly jealous of the supernatural presence, leading to a hilarious series of events involving revenge, farce, and attempts at murder.

After her husband's murder, Regina Lampert finds herself being pursued by the CIA, the her late husband's friends, and a charming stranger. She must unravel the truth about her husband's secret life while avoiding danger at every turn.

Gillian, a witch, falls in love with her neighbor, Shep, but must navigate the complexities of being a witch and choosing between love and her magical powers. As she tries to win Shep's heart, her aunt is determined to make Gillian's life miserable, complicating matters further. Gillian must make a decision that will impact her life and love forever.

Desire is a provocative drama that explores the complex relationship between two sisters. Set in the 1970s, the film delves into themes of rivalry, desire, and sexual awakening. The story follows the sisters as they navigate their own desires and the consequences that come with them.

In 19th century England, a young woman navigates the challenges of courtship as she is pursued by a wealthy suitor of unknown intentions.

The '90s pop-culture phenomenons return, voiced by creator Mike Judge, to confound common sense, torment each other, and showcase some of the dumbest comedy imaginable.

A socialite's wedding plans are upended when her ex-husband and a tabloid reporter show up and complicate her life. As the chaos unfolds, she must navigate her own feelings and the expectations of high society.

To Be or Not to Be is a dark comedy set in Warsaw, Poland during World War II. It follows a troupe of actors who become involved in a plot to deceive the Nazis and protect the Polish Resistance. The film explores themes of deception, sacrifice, and the power of comedy in the face of despair.

When a bus crash sends four souls to the afterlife, they are given a chance to return to Earth to complete their unfinished business. As they inhabit the bodies of living people, they must navigate their way through love, friendship, and redemption.

New York columnist Ike Graham is fired after writing an article about small-town Maryland girl Maggie Carpenter, who has a reputation for leaving grooms at the altar. Determined to prove himself, Ike travels to Maggie's hometown to dig deeper into her past. As he delves into her story, he uncovers embarrassing secrets from her family and ex-fiancés. Despite their initial animosity, Maggie and Ike find themselves developing unexpected feelings for each other, causing complications in her current relationship.