10 Hilarious Magic Movies You Can’t Miss

Description: This satirical comedy features a wealthy eccentric who uses his money to play pranks on people, often involving elaborate setups that could be considered magical in their execution.

Fact: The film features an early appearance by Roman Polanski and includes a memorable scene where Peter Sellers and Ringo Starr pay people to jump into a vat of sewage.

Description: A mix of live-action and animation, this film follows a witch-in-training who uses her magic to help children during WWII. The humor is in the magical mishaps and the animated sequences.

Fact: The film was originally released as a two-part feature, but later edited into a single film for re-release.

Description: A dark comedy about a boy and his grandmother who discover a convention of witches. The humor comes from the witches' bizarre behaviors and their attempts to turn children into mice.

Fact: The film was adapted from Roald Dahl's book, and Anjelica Huston's performance as the Grand High Witch is both terrifying and comical.

Description: Three witches are resurrected in modern-day Salem and cause chaos with their magic. The film's humor comes from the witches' attempts to adjust to the 20th century and the children's efforts to stop them.

Fact: The film has become a cult classic, especially popular during Halloween, and features a cameo by Garry Marshall as a bus driver.

Description: This magical adventure introduces us to the wizarding world where spells, potions, and magical creatures abound. The humor comes from the characters' reactions to the magical world, especially from Ron Weasley and Hagrid.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in England, including Alnwick Castle, which served as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Description: While primarily a romantic comedy, this sequel includes magical elements like a magical tiara and a genie-like character, adding a whimsical touch to the royal shenanigans.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in California, including the Huntington Library and Gardens, which served as the Genovian palace.

Description: A comedy where a man turns into a dog due to a magical ring. The humor arises from the protagonist's attempts to navigate life as a canine while trying to reverse the spell.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1959 film of the same name, and Tim Allen's performance as both man and dog is a highlight.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film's dark humor and the rivalry between two magicians, Robert Angier and Alfred Borden, provide plenty of laughs amidst the tension. The magic tricks and illusions are central to the plot, making it a fitting entry.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life magicians and their rivalry. Christopher Nolan, the director, used real magic tricks in the film to maintain authenticity.

Description: A modern take on the classic tale, where a young man learns magic from a sorcerer. The film's comedic elements shine through the mishaps and magical experiments gone wrong.

Fact: The film includes a sequence inspired by the famous "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" segment from Disney's Fantasia.

Description: Based on the French animated series, this film brings the magical world to life with humor through the characters' adventures and the whimsical nature of the magic itself.

Fact: The film features voice acting by notable stars like Ian McKellen and Kylie Minogue.