Movies and TvShows featuring "screwball-comedy" theme.

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 his parents set out 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.

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.

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.

A brilliant, eccentric detective must solve a murder in the White House residence — where the staff and guests at a state dinner are all suspects.

In the satirical comedy film 'The Dictator,' a dictator named Aladeen risks his life to prevent democracy from reaching his beloved country. However, when he is betrayed by his uncle and replaced with a double, Aladeen finds himself stripped of his identity and forced to navigate the streets of New York City. With the help of a kind-hearted store owner named Zoey, Aladeen must reclaim his position and prevent his country from transitioning to democracy. Along the way, he learns about democracy, love, and the true meaning of leadership.

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.

Detective Frank Drebin, a comical and incompetent cop, discovers a plot to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II. With the help of his partner Nordberg and Ludwig's secretary Jane, Frank must stop the assassination and save the Queen's life. Along the way, he faces misunderstandings, unintentional harm, mind control devices, and even gets fired and blamed for various crimes. But through his bumbling yet clever actions, Frank ultimately saves the day.

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.

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.

Yogi's Treasure Hunt is a cartoon series first aired in 1985 as part of the weekend/weekday morning programming block, The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera. It is the fourth incarnation of Hanna-Barbera's Yogi Bear.

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.

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.

After two small-time robbers mistakenly kill the rich man they are stealing from, their troubles really begin when they get an unexpected visitor.

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.

Three single guys share their personal problems as well as a loft apartment.

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.

The Onion Movie is a satirical comedy that takes aim at American culture and mass media. It showcases absurd humor, societal hypocrisy, and touches on various social problems. The movie revolves around a series of sketches, fake news reports, and commercials that satirize different aspects of modern life. With its irreverent and dark comedy, the film offers a humorous critique of the media's influence on society.

George of the Jungle is a live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon, following the story of George, a lovable and clumsy hero with a heart of gold. Raised by animals in the jungle, George is unaware of the ways of the modern world, leading to hilarious encounters and mishaps. When he encounters an heiress named Ursula, George's life takes an unexpected turn as he is brought to San Francisco, California. As he struggles to adapt to city life, George must also face a dangerous plot against him and his animal friends. With slapstick comedy, unexpected twists, and heartwarming moments, George of the Jungle is a wild ride for the whole family.

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.