10 Hilarious Ghetto Comedies You Can’t Miss

Description: A mockumentary about a hip-hop group named CB4 (Cell Block 4), which parodies the rise of gangsta rap, with Chris Rock playing a character inspired by Ice-T.

Fact: The film features a young Chris Rock in one of his early film roles, showcasing his comedic talents.

Description: This classic comedy follows Craig and Smokey, two friends in South Central Los Angeles, as they navigate a day filled with hilarious misadventures, avoiding trouble and trying to come up with money they owe a local drug dealer.

Fact: The film was Ice Cube's directorial debut, and it spawned two sequels. It also features a memorable cameo by Chris Tucker.

Description: The sequel to "Friday," where Craig moves to the suburbs to escape his troubles, only to find himself in a new set of comedic predicaments involving his cousin Day-Day and a neighborhood full of colorful characters.

Fact: The film features Mike Epps as Day-Day, replacing Chris Tucker, who did not return for the sequel.

Description: A satire of blaxploitation films, Pootie Tang is a hero with a unique way of speaking, who fights against corporate greed and corruption, all while maintaining his cool demeanor.

Fact: The character of Pootie Tang was originally created for a sketch on "The Chris Rock Show."

Description: Two friends, Silas and Jamal, smoke a magical strain of marijuana that allows them to ace their college entrance exams, leading to a series of comedic events at Harvard University.

Fact: The film features cameos by several rappers and comedians, including Method Man and Redman, who also star as the leads.

Description: Set in Chicago's South Side, this film revolves around the daily banter and life lessons shared among the barbers and customers at Calvin's barbershop, offering both laughs and a look at community dynamics.

Fact: The movie was so successful it led to two sequels and a TV series.

Description: Brad Gluckman, a wannabe rapper from Malibu, gets kidnapped by two actors hired by his father to scare him straight, leading to a series of comedic events as he tries to prove his street cred.

Fact: The film features Jamie Kennedy, who also co-wrote the screenplay, and includes a memorable performance by Snoop Dogg.

Description: Although not strictly a comedy, this film blends humor with drama as it follows the lives of Ray and Claude, two men wrongfully convicted of murder, who spend their lives in prison, forming an unlikely friendship.

Fact: Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence improvised much of their dialogue, adding to the film's comedic authenticity.

Description: A parody of several 'hood films, this movie follows Ashtray as he moves to the 'hood to live with his father, encountering a series of absurd and comedic situations that satirize the genre.

Fact: The film was directed by Paris Barclay, who later became known for his work on television shows like "Glee" and "Empire."

Description: Sean and Dee Loc, played by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, work at a car wash where they get into all sorts of trouble, from dealing with a boss who's a bit too enthusiastic about his job to handling a stolen car.

Fact: This was Dr. Dre's first starring role in a film, and it features a cameo by Eminem.