Top 10 Civil War Comedy Films

Description: This silent film, directed by and starring Buster Keaton, follows a Confederate railroad engineer's comedic misadventures during the Civil War. It's included for its slapstick humor and historical setting.

Fact: The film is based on a true story from the Civil War, known as the Great Locomotive Chase. Keaton performed many of his own stunts, including a famous scene where he sits on a train's cowcatcher as it crashes through a burning bridge.

Description: While primarily a war drama, this adaptation of Stephen Crane's novel includes moments of dark humor, especially in the portrayal of the soldiers' reactions to battle. It's included for its nuanced approach to comedy.

Fact: The film was directed by John Huston, who also wrote the screenplay. It was initially planned as a much longer film but was cut down significantly, leading to some controversy.

Description: This Disney film, while more of an action-adventure, has comedic elements in its portrayal of the Union soldiers' bumbling attempts to steal a Confederate train. It's included for its light-hearted take on a historical event.

Fact: The film was based on the same event as "The General," but from the Union perspective. It was one of the first films to use the VistaVision widescreen process.

Description: This John Ford-directed film, while primarily a war drama, includes comedic elements through the interactions between Union soldiers and Southern civilians. It's included for its light-hearted moments amidst the tension of war.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Harold Sinclair, which in turn was inspired by the real-life Grierson's Raid during the Civil War. It was one of the few films where John Wayne played a Union officer.

Description: This film, set during the Civil War, focuses on a family trying to remain neutral, leading to humorous and poignant situations. It's included for its blend of family drama and comedic relief.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Sound. It was also one of the last films to be shot in black and white for artistic reasons.

Description: While not set during the Civil War, this spaghetti western has scenes that take place during the conflict, with comedic elements in the characters' interactions. It's included for its iconic status and humor.

Fact: The film was originally released in Italy and was later dubbed into English. It's part of Sergio Leone's Dollars Trilogy.

Description: This psychological thriller with dark comedic undertones is set in a girls' school during the Civil War. It's included for its unique blend of tension and humor.

Fact: The film was directed by Don Siegel and starred Clint Eastwood. It was remade in 2017 by Sofia Coppola.

Description: This western, set post-Civil War, includes humorous moments amidst its action and drama, especially in the interactions between the characters. It's included for its blend of genres.

Fact: The film was directed by and starred Clint Eastwood. It was based on the novel "The Rebel Outlaw: Josey Wales" by Forrest Carter.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this epic drama has moments of levity, especially in the portrayal of the eccentric characters and their interactions during the Civil War era. It's included for its blend of drama and humor.

Fact: The film was one of the most expensive productions of its time, with a budget of $5 million. It was also the first film to be shown in the new Todd-AO widescreen format.

Description: This film, while focusing on the dramatic aspects of the Civil War, includes comedic relief through the portrayal of the characters' interactions and the absurdity of some wartime situations.

Fact: The film was independently produced and had a limited release. It was based on the true story of Robert Adams, a Confederate soldier.