10 Hilarious Archaeological Comedy Films

Description: A sequel to "Romancing the Stone," this film follows Joan Wilder and Jack Colton as they embark on an adventure involving a mystical jewel and an eccentric ruler, with plenty of comedic moments.

Fact: The film was shot in Morocco, and the production faced numerous challenges, including a sandstorm that destroyed several sets.

Description: While the Indiana Jones series is known for its action, this installment brings a lot of humor through the dynamic between Indiana Jones and his father, both archaeologists, as they search for the Holy Grail.

Fact: Sean Connery, who plays Indiana Jones' father, was only 12 years older than Harrison Ford in real life. The film was nominated for three Academy Awards.

Description: Although more of an adventure film, it includes elements of archaeology as it's based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, where engineers and workers on a bridge project encounter man-eating lions, leading to comedic and tense moments.

Fact: The film was shot in South Africa, and the lions were played by animatronic models and CGI.

Description: This film follows adventurer Rick O'Connell as he accidentally awakens an ancient mummy, leading to a series of comedic and thrilling events. While not strictly about archaeology, the film's premise revolves around an archaeological expedition gone awry.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1932 film of the same name but adds a significant amount of humor and action. The character of Evelyn Carnahan was originally written as a male role.

Description: Woody Allen stars as an insurance investigator who, along with a colleague, is hypnotized into committing jewel thefts, leading to a series of comedic mishaps involving ancient curses and artifacts.

Fact: This was one of the last films where Woody Allen played a leading role. The film was not a commercial success but has gained a cult following.

Description: Larry Daley, a night guard at the Museum of Natural History, discovers that the exhibits come to life at night, leading to a series of comedic adventures involving historical figures and artifacts.

Fact: The film was shot at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, but the museum's staff had to work around the filming schedule. The movie's success led to two sequels.

Description: This French film follows Adèle Blanc-Sec, a writer and adventurer, as she navigates through a series of comedic and fantastical events involving ancient Egyptian artifacts and a revived pterodactyl.

Fact: The film is based on a comic book series by Jacques Tardi. It was France's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in

Description: A reclusive romance novelist on a book tour with her cover model gets swept up in a kidnapping attempt that lands them both in a jungle adventure, where they encounter real archaeological ruins.

Fact: The film was originally set to be released in 2020 but was delayed due to the global health crisis. It features a mix of action, comedy, and romance.

Description: While not strictly about archaeology, the film involves a lawyer who, after his boat is struck by lightning, sues the insurance company and, by extension, God, leading to humorous courtroom scenes involving religious artifacts.

Fact: The film was a box office success in Australia and features Billy Connolly in one of his most memorable roles.

Description: This silent film from Soviet Russia follows an American businessman on a comedic journey through Russia, encountering various characters and situations, including a mock archaeological dig.

Fact: The film was one of the first Soviet comedies and was well-received internationally. It was directed by Lev Kuleshov, known for his contributions to film theory.