10 Hilarious Movies Set in Amusement Parks

Description: This part-live-action, part-animated comedy features a man who turns into a fish and helps the U.S. Navy during WWII. The film includes scenes at an amusement park where the transformation occurs.

Fact: The film was one of the first to combine live-action with animation, a technique later used in films like "Who Framed Roger Rabbit."

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this horror-comedy hybrid features a group of teens who decide to spend the night in a carnival funhouse, only to encounter a terrifying secret. The film's blend of dark humor and suspense makes it a unique entry in this list.

Fact: The film was directed by Tobe Hooper, who also directed the iconic horror film "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre." The funhouse was built specifically for the movie and was later used in other films.

Description: The Griswold family's cross-country trip includes a disastrous visit to Walley World, an amusement park that becomes the setting for some of the film's most memorable comedic moments.

Fact: The film was based on John Hughes' short story "Vacation '58," which appeared in National Lampoon magazine. The amusement park scenes were filmed at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California.

Description: This John Candy and Dan Aykroyd comedy features a family vacation that includes a visit to a theme park, where they experience a series of comedic mishaps, including a memorable bear encounter.

Fact: The film was shot in several locations in Wisconsin, with the theme park scenes filmed at Six Flags Great America in Illinois.

Description: While more of a family comedy with supernatural elements, this film based on the Disney ride features plenty of humorous moments as a family tries to escape a haunted mansion turned amusement park.

Fact: The film was inspired by the Disneyland attraction of the same name, which opened in

Description: While not entirely set in an amusement park, this comedy includes a memorable sequence at a European theme park, where the characters encounter various humorous situations, including a ride on a giant sausage.

Fact: The film was shot in several locations across Europe, with the theme park scenes filmed at Prater Park in Vienna, Austria.

Description: In this animated comedy, the Simpsons family ends up at a theme park called "Itchy & Scratchy Land," where everything goes hilariously wrong. The film showcases the humor and satire that made the TV show famous.

Fact: The film was the first theatrical release for "The Simpsons," which had been a TV series since

Description: Although primarily a zombie comedy, "Zombieland" features a memorable scene at an abandoned amusement park, where the characters encounter a zombie clown. The film's humor and action make it a standout in the genre.

Fact: The amusement park scene was filmed at Wild Adventures Theme Park in Georgia. The film's success led to a sequel, "Zombieland: Double Tap," released in

Description: This coming-of-age comedy-drama follows a recent college graduate who takes a summer job at a rundown amusement park. The film captures the essence of youthful misadventures, first love, and the quirky characters you might meet at an amusement park.

Fact: The film was inspired by writer/director Greg Mottola's own experiences working at an amusement park in the 1980s. The park used in the movie, Adventureland, is actually a fictionalized version of the real-life park, Kennywood.

Description: This thriller-comedy involves a series of roller coaster accidents orchestrated by a madman, with humorous moments amidst the tension. The film captures the thrill and fear of amusement park rides.

Fact: The film was released in Sensurround, a special sound system designed to make the audience feel the vibrations of the roller coasters. The amusement park scenes were filmed at several parks, including Six Flags Magic Mountain.