10 Hilarious Films About Alcoholics

Description: Arthur Bach, a wealthy alcoholic, must choose between marrying for money or following his heart. This classic comedy showcases the charm and wit of Dudley Moore, making light of his character's drinking habits.

Fact: The film was remade in 2011 with Russell Brand in the lead role. The original film's success led to a sequel, "Arthur 2: On the Rocks," in

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film has darkly humorous moments as it follows Ben Sanderson, a screenwriter who moves to Las Vegas to drink himself to death. Nicolas Cage's performance adds a layer of dark humor to the tragic tale.

Fact: Nicolas Cage won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role. The film was shot in just 28 days.

Description: Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski, a laid-back slacker and avid White Russian drinker, gets embroiled in a kidnapping plot. His love for alcohol and bowling provides much of the film's humor.

Fact: The film has inspired a cult following, with annual "Lebowski Fests" held around the world. The Dude's drink of choice, the White Russian, saw a resurgence in popularity after the movie.

Description: Willie T. Soke, a conman and alcoholic, poses as Santa Claus to rob department stores. His crude humor and heavy drinking make for a hilariously dark Christmas comedy.

Fact: The film was initially rated NC-17 due to its adult content but was edited down to an R rating. It has since become a cult classic.

Description: Two friends embark on a wine-tasting road trip in California's wine country, where one's love for wine and the other's struggle with alcohol create a mix of comedy and drama.

Fact: The film led to a significant increase in the popularity of Pinot Noir wine. It was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Description: Based on Hunter S. Thompson's novel, this film follows a journalist in 1960s Puerto Rico, whose drinking habits lead him into a series of comedic and chaotic events.

Fact: Johnny Depp, a close friend of Thompson, had been trying to get this film made for years. The film's title refers to the diary Thompson kept during his time in Puerto Rico.

Description: While primarily a drama, this film has comedic elements as two siblings deal with their father's failing health, with alcohol playing a role in their coping mechanisms.

Fact: The film was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Laura Linney. It was shot in Buffalo, New York, to capture the authentic feel of the setting.

Description: After a wild bachelor party in Las Vegas, three friends wake up with no memory of the previous night, and their groom is missing. This comedy is filled with alcohol-fueled antics and misadventures.

Fact: The film was a surprise hit, spawning two sequels. The tiger in the movie was actually a trained animal named "Tyson."

Description: This sci-fi comedy follows Gary King, an alcoholic who rallies his old friends for a pub crawl to complete the "Golden Mile," only to discover an alien invasion. It's a perfect blend of humor and chaos, with alcohol playing a central role in the unfolding events.

Fact: The film is the final installment in Edgar Wright's "Three Flavours Cornetto" trilogy. The pub crawl route in the movie is based on a real route in the director's hometown.

Description: While not solely about alcoholism, Cal Weaver's life spirals after his wife leaves him, leading to excessive drinking and comedic attempts at reinvention.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Untitled Marital Crisis Project." Steve Carell and Ryan Gosling had to learn to dance for their roles.