Top 10 Comedies About Business Women

Description: J.C. Wiatt, a high-powered New York City executive, inherits a baby from a distant cousin, which turns her life upside down. This comedy explores her transition from a career-focused woman to a nurturing mother, all while trying to maintain her business acumen.

Fact: The film was a critical and commercial success, with Diane Keaton receiving a Golden Globe nomination for her role.

Description: Tess McGill, a savvy secretary with dreams of climbing the corporate ladder, seizes an opportunity when her boss is sidelined by an injury. She impersonates her boss to pitch a business deal, leading to a series of comedic and empowering moments.

Fact: The film won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Let the River Run" by Carly Simon. It was also nominated for five other Oscars.

Description: An FBI agent goes undercover in the Miss United States beauty pageant to prevent a terrorist attack. This film blends action, comedy, and the world of beauty pageants, highlighting the protagonist's transformation and the humor in her undercover role.

Fact: Sandra Bullock's performance earned her a nomination for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.

Description: Elle Woods, a fashion merchandising student, enrolls in Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend, but ends up finding her own path in the legal world. This comedy showcases her journey from a sorority girl to a savvy lawyer, proving that appearances can be deceiving.

Fact: Reese Witherspoon, who played Elle Woods, was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance. The film spawned a sequel and a Broadway musical.

Description: This film follows the journey of a young aspiring journalist who lands a job as the assistant to the formidable editor-in-chief of a high-fashion magazine. It's a comedic take on the fashion industry and the cutthroat world of business, highlighting the personal and professional growth of its female protagonist.

Fact: The character of Miranda Priestly was inspired by Vogue editor Anna Wintour. The film was a box office hit, grossing over $326 million worldwide.

Description: A high-powered book editor faces deportation and convinces her assistant to marry her to avoid being sent back to Canada. This romantic comedy explores the dynamics of power, love, and business in a humorous way.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in Alaska, showcasing the state's natural beauty.

Description: A 70-year-old widower becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, where he forms an unlikely friendship with the company's workaholic CEO. This film offers a comedic look at generational differences in the workplace and the value of experience.

Fact: Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway's chemistry was praised, and the film was a commercial success, grossing over $194 million worldwide.

Description: An uptight FBI agent and a tough Boston cop team up to take down a drug lord, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and bonding moments. This buddy cop comedy highlights the strength and humor of its female leads.

Fact: The film was a box office success, grossing over $229 million worldwide.

Description: Two overworked assistants devise a plan to set up their demanding bosses in hopes of gaining some free time. This modern rom-com showcases the lengths to which assistants will go to manage their work-life balance.

Fact: The film was well-received for its fresh take on the rom-com genre, focusing on the assistants rather than the bosses.

Description: Three female office workers, tired of their sexist and egotistical boss, fantasize about getting even and accidentally end up in a situation where they take over the office. This classic comedy showcases the power of female solidarity in the workplace.

Fact: The film's theme song by Dolly Parton became a hit, and she also received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Song.