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1. A Fish Called Wanda (1988)
R | 108 min | Comedy, Crime
In London, four very different people team up on a jewel heist, then try to double-cross one another for the loot, complicated by their efforts to fool a very proper barrister.
Directors: Charles Crichton, John Cleese | Stars: John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline, Michael Palin
Votes: 153,976 | Gross: $63.49M
2. The Meaning of Life (1983)
R | 107 min | Comedy, Musical
The comedy team takes a look at life in all of its stages in their own uniquely silly way.
Director: Terry Jones | Stars: John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones
Votes: 125,359 | Gross: $14.93M
3. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)
PG | 93 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Four teenage mutant ninja turtles emerge from the shadows to protect New York City from a gang of criminal ninjas.
Director: Steve Barron | Stars: Judith Hoag, Elias Koteas, Josh Pais, David Forman
Votes: 104,865 | Gross: $135.27M
4. Time Bandits (1981)
PG | 110 min | Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
A young boy accidentally joins a band of time travelling dwarves, as they jump from era to era looking for treasure to steal.
Director: Terry Gilliam | Stars: Sean Connery, Shelley Duvall, John Cleese, Katherine Helmond
Votes: 68,392 | Gross: $42.37M
5. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991)
PG | 88 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
The Turtles discover their origins while they endeavour to save New York City from the evil Shredder and his Foot Clan.
Director: Michael Pressman | Stars: Paige Turco, David Warner, Michelan Sisti, Leif Tilden
Votes: 61,027 | Gross: $78.66M
6. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993)
PG | 96 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
When journalist April O'Neil discovers an ancient scepter with magical powers, the Turtles must cow-a-bunga their way back to 17th century Japan to rescue her from the evil clutches of Lord Norinaga.
Director: Stuart Gillard | Stars: Elias Koteas, Paige Turco, Stuart Wilson, Sab Shimono
Votes: 36,453 | Gross: $42.66M
7. UHF (1989)
PG-13 | 97 min | Comedy, Sci-Fi
An unemployed visionary becomes the manager of a local television station. The station becomes a success, with all sorts of hilarious sight gags and wacky humor.
Director: Jay Levey | Stars: 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Victoria Jackson, Kevin McCarthy, Michael Richards
Votes: 31,539 | Gross: $6.16M
8. Once Bitten (1985)
PG-13 | 94 min | Comedy, Horror
A vampire Countess needs to drink the blood of a virgin in order to keep her eternal beauty. It seems that all is hopeless, until she bumps into Mark Kendall.
Director: Howard Storm | Stars: Lauren Hutton, Jim Carrey, Karen Kopins, Cleavon Little
Votes: 16,829 | Gross: $10.00M
9. Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1982)
R | 77 min | Documentary, Comedy, Musical
The Monty Python troupe perform a combination of classic sketches and new material at the Hollywood Bowl.
Directors: Terry Hughes, Ian MacNaughton | Stars: John Cleese, Michael Palin, Eric Idle, Graham Chapman
Votes: 15,773 | Gross: $0.33M
10. One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
TV-PG | 90 min | Comedy, Drama
Victor Meldrew is a retiree who attracts bad luck. If he's not driving his long suffering wife Margaret crazy with his constant moaning, he's fighting with neighbours.
Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Doreen Mantle, Owen Brenman
Votes: 7,326
11. The Crimson Permanent Assurance (1983)
16 min | Adventure, Short, Comedy
A group of down-and-out accountants mutiny against their bosses and sail their office building onto the high seas in search of a pirate's life.
Director: Terry Gilliam | Stars: Sydney Arnold, Guy Bertrand, Andrew Bicknell, Ross Davidson
Votes: 5,379
12. Oxford Blues (1984)
PG-13 | 97 min | Comedy, Drama, Sport
A young American hustler pursues the girl of his dreams to Oxford, where he must enroll to obtain her.
Director: Robert Boris | Stars: Rob Lowe, Ally Sheedy, Amanda Pays, Julian Sands
Votes: 3,452 | Gross: $8.79M
13. Mr. Toad's Wild Ride (1996)
PG | 88 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Mole's underground home is bought by the Weasels from wealthy landowner Mr. Toad and Mole is thrown out. He and Rat start to fight to get his home back from evil Weasels.
Director: Terry Jones | Stars: Steve Coogan, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Antony Sher
Votes: 3,441 | Gross: $0.07M
14. Mystery Date (1991)
PG-13 | 97 min | Comedy, Crime, Romance
Tom's in love with the cute house sitter next door. He's too shy but his older brother visits and helps Tom with the first date. Things don't go as planned.
Director: Jonathan Wacks | Stars: Ethan Hawke, Teri Polo, Brian McNamara, Fisher Stevens
Votes: 3,352 | Gross: $6.17M
15. A Private Function (1984)
R | 92 min | Comedy
In post-World War II Britain, food rationing continues, leading a married couple to become involved in the flourishing bacon black market.
Director: Malcolm Mowbray | Stars: Michael Palin, Maggie Smith, Denholm Elliott, Richard Griffiths
Votes: 3,183 | Gross: $2.53M
16. Monty Python Live (Mostly) (2014)
Not Rated | 162 min | Documentary, Comedy, Musical
The reunion of the Monty Python team on stage for the first time in over 30 years, and for the very last time ever.
Directors: Eric Idle, Aubrey Powell | Stars: John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones
Votes: 2,790
17. A Good Man in Africa (1994)
R | 94 min | Comedy
In a West African nation, the womanizing British 1st Secretary of the High Commissioner deals with different issues.
Director: Bruce Beresford | Stars: Colin Friels, Sean Connery, Joanne Whalley, John Lithgow
Votes: 2,719 | Gross: $2.31M
18. Carry on Columbus (1992)
R | 91 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
History is only slightly rewritten: instead of experienced sailors, there are only convicts whose last and only meeting with H2O was their prison diet of bread and water. And Columbus doesn't have his own map.
Director: Gerald Thomas | Stars: Jim Dale, Bernard Cribbins, Maureen Lipman, Peter Richardson
Votes: 2,673
19. Monty Python: Almost the Truth - The Lawyer's Cut (2009)
54 min | Documentary, Biography
A documentary on the history on British comedy group Monty Python. Features interviews with the five surviving members plus other comedians and artists whose careers they have influenced.
Stars: Eric Idle, John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam
Votes: 1,901
20. Personal Services (1987)
R | 105 min | Comedy
The story of the rise of a madame of a suburban brothel catering to older men, inspired by the real experiences of Cynthia Payne.
Director: Terry Jones | Stars: Julie Walters, Alec McCowen, Shirley Stelfox, Danny Schiller
Votes: 1,871 | Gross: $1.74M
21. Fascination (2004)
R | 95 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance
A young man becomes suspicious when his recently widowed mother decides to re-marry soon after his stepfather's death.
Director: Klaus Menzel | Stars: James Naughton, Jacqueline Bisset, Adam Garcia, Stuart Wilson
Votes: 1,593 | Gross: $0.02M
22. Bullseye! (1990)
PG-13 | 95 min | Comedy, Crime
Two scientists working for UK and USA invent cold fusion. They decide to auction it off to foreign nations. Two look-alike crooks decide to steal their deposits but end working for CIA and MI5.
Director: Michael Winner | Stars: Michael Caine, Roger Moore, Sally Kirkland, Deborah Moore
Votes: 1,567
23. Not the Messiah: He's a Very Naughty Boy (2010)
PG | 92 min | Comedy, Music, Musical
A comic oratorio inspired by Life of Brian (1979) filmed at its only European performance at the Royal Albert Hall in October 2009 to celebrate forty years of Monty Python.
Director: Aubrey Powell | Stars: Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam
Votes: 1,373
24. A Chorus of Disapproval (1989)
PG | 92 min | Comedy, Drama, Musical
Widower Guy is transferred to an English coastal town, where he joins an amateur operatic society to "meet people" and "have fun".
Director: Michael Winner | Stars: Jeremy Irons, Anthony Hopkins, Richard Briers, Barbara Ferris
Votes: 948 | Gross: $0.22M
25. What About Dick? (2012 Video)
81 min | Comedy
This movie begins with the birth of a sex toy invented in Shagistan in 1898 by Deepak Obi Ben Kingsley (Eddie Izzard), and tells the story of the subsequent decline of the British Empire as... See full summary »
Directors: Eric Idle, Aubrey Powell | Stars: Russell Brand, Billy Connolly, Tim Curry, Eric Idle
Votes: 895
26. Bullshot Crummond (1983)
PG | 95 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
The dashing Captain Hugh "Bullshot" Crummond (Alan Shearman) - World War I ace fighter pilot, Olympic athlete, racing driver, part-time sleuth, and all round spiffing chap - must save the ... See full summary »
Director: Dick Clement | Stars: Alan Shearman, Diz White, Ronald E. House, Frances Tomelty
Votes: 721
27.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
One Foot in the Algarve
(1993)
TV-PG | 92 min | Comedy, Drama
The Meldrews and Mrs. Warboys embark upon a hellish holiday to Portugal. After an entanglement with the police, they finally arrive at their unpleasant villa.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Doreen Mantle, Peter Cook
Votes: 317
28. Captain Star (1997–1998)
TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Sci-Fi, Comedy
Captain Star, and his crew, Navigator Black, Atomic Engine Stoker "Limbs" Jones, and first officer Scarlette are on an uncharted planet at the ragged edge of the universe, awaiting further orders from mission control.
Stars: Denica Fairman, Richard E. Grant, Adrian Edmondson, Kerry Shale
Votes: 269
29. She'll Be Wearing Pink Pyjamas (1985)
PG | 86 min | Comedy
Eight women attend one of Britain's toughest survival schools to challenge themselves and conquer their fears. They learn that there is more to survival than passing the course.
Director: John Goldschmidt | Stars: Julie Walters, Anthony Higgins, Jane Evers, Janet Henfrey
Votes: 248
30. Screen Two (1985–1998)
TV-14 | 120 min | Drama
In 1984 Kenith Trodd joined BBC team responding to Channel 4 releases, leading to transition from BBC studio plays to Screen One/Two anthology series. Trodd oversaw first group of titles in these series in 1985.
Stars: Jude North, Roger Brierley, Geoffrey Chater, Norman Jones
Votes: 245
31.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Hearts of Darkness
(1993)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
The Meldrews, Mrs. Warboys, and Mr. Swainey take a trip to the countryside.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Owen Brenman, Doreen Mantle
Votes: 231
32. The Entire Universe (2016 TV Movie)
59 min | Comedy, Musical
Musical about The Entire Universe in one hour, with lots of jokes.
Director: Matthew Amos | Stars: Ian Ashpitel, Brian Cox, Warwick Davis, Noel Fielding
Votes: 229
33.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Things Aren't Simple Any More
(2000)
TV-PG | 40 min | Comedy, Drama
Margeret finds it hard to cope after the death of Victor, but what will she do when she is face to face with his killer?
Director: Christine Gernon | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Jonathan Cecil, Hannah Gordon
Votes: 218
34. The South Bank Show (1978– )
53 min | Documentary
ITV's long-running arts series presented by Melvyn Bragg.
Stars: Melvyn Bragg, Ian McKellen, David Hockney, Victoria Wood
Votes: 216
35.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Alive and Buried
(1990)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
At the age of 60, Victor Meldrew is retired from his job as a security guard to be replaced by a box and a recorded message.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Susie Blake, Valerie Minifie
Votes: 205
36.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
The Big Sleep
(1990)
TV-PG | 28 min | Comedy, Drama
Victor's cousin Geoffrey, who had also just taken early retirement at 60, dies; the Meldrews' local keep-fit class takes a deadly turn.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Faye Maguire, Christopher Saul
Votes: 180
37. The 59th Annual Tony Awards (2005 TV Special)
Music
Tony Award is the popular name of award, annually awarded for achievements in area of the American theatre, including a musical theatre. Complete official name of award - "Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre".
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: Hugh Jackman, Christopher Akerlind, Edward Albee, Alan Alda
Votes: 175
38.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
The Valley of Fear
(1990)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
While photographing a sunset in Blue Bell Wood, Victor is mugged and graffiti is sprayed on the Meldrews' house, so he decides it's time to call a Neighbourhood Watch meeting.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Doreen Mantle, Gabrielle Blunt
Votes: 175
39.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Love and Death
(1990)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
The Meldrews are on holiday, staying with their old friends, Vince and April, in their seaside boarding house.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Myrtle Devenish, Georgina Hale
Votes: 174
40.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
The Trial
(1993)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
While on call for jury service, Victor spends the day home alone.
Director: Susan Belbin | Star: Richard Wilson
Votes: 172
41.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
The Wisdom of the Witch
(1995)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Drama
A witch predicts an untimely end for Victor; Patrick and Pippa prepare to move far away from the Meldrews, but Patrick gets stuck with Victor while trying to escape his secretary's jealous boyfriend.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Angus Deayton, Janine Duvitski
Votes: 170
42.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
The Beast in the Cage
(1992)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Margaret and Victor get stuck in the Bank Holiday traffic.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Doreen Mantle, Trevor Byfield
Votes: 169
43.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
In Luton Airport No-One Can Hear You Scream
(1990)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
The Meldrews return from their holiday to find that their baggage has been sent to the other side of the world - but as they soon learn that is the least of their problems.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Doreen Mantle, Michael Robbins
Votes: 166
44.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
I'll Retire to Bedlam
(1990)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
Victor gets trapped in his shed for three hours thanks to a swarm of belligerent bees, has a prolonged sojourn at the optician's, then must babysit Iris's unruly kids.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Rebecca Stevens, Roger Hammond
Votes: 165
45.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Dramatic Fever
(1990)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Victor writes a script for a new situation comedy, but nobody else finds it very funny. Margaret also catches dramatic fever.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Dick Sullivan, Billy Clarke
Votes: 162
46.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
The Eternal Quadrangle
(1990)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
Margaret is horrified when she discovers Victor has been drawing a naked woman in his art class and giving her lifts home.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Angus MacKay, Gillian Barge
Votes: 159
47. No 73 (1982–1988)
Family
Kids TV show set in a house (#73) with presenters as characters. Each episode featured music, cartoons and ongoing storylines in various comedic situations and adventures. Focused on fun and entertainment for young viewers.
Stars: Andrea Arnold, Nick Staverson, Neil Buchanan, Sandi Toksvig
Votes: 158
48. Love with a Perfect Stranger (1986 TV Movie)
98 min | Drama, Romance
Beautiful wealthy American businesswoman meets eccentric Irishman on an Italian train, who sets out to woo her. What ensues is something neither imagined happening.
Director: Desmond Davis | Stars: Marilu Henner, Daniel Massey, Sky du Mont, Stephen Greif
Votes: 158
49.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Who Will Buy?
(1990)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
Victor and Margaret get worried when a couple named Patrick and Pippa seemingly come to stay as they have no idea who they are.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, William Vanderpuye, Owen Brenman
Votes: 158
50. Clangers (2015– )
10 min | Animation, Family
Major Clanger and his family are back for more gentle, life-affirming adventures for the whole family, with the first new episodes of The Clangers for over forty years.
Star: Michael Palin
Votes: 157