Top 10 Lottery Comedy Films You Have to See

Description: A family comedy where a duck lays golden eggs after a scientific experiment, leading to a lottery-like situation where the family tries to keep their newfound wealth a secret.

Fact: This was one of the last films to feature Dean Jones before his retirement from acting. It was also one of the last Disney films to be released under the Walt Disney Productions banner.

Description: Steve Martin stars as Navin Johnson, who, after being raised by a black family, discovers he's white and sets out to make his fortune, eventually winning the lottery.

Fact: The film was Steve Martin's first starring role in a feature film. It also features a cameo by M. Emmet Walsh, who plays a carnival worker.

Description: While not directly about the lottery, this comedy involves a baseball player who must spend $30 million in 30 days to inherit $300 million, leading to a series of comedic attempts to spend money.

Fact: The film is based on a novel by George Barr McCutcheon and has been adapted into several films, with this version starring Richard Pryor.

Description: Although not about winning the lottery, this film deals with the aftermath of spending a large sum of money on a house that turns into a money pit, akin to the financial rollercoaster of lottery winners.

Fact: The film was originally intended for Dustin Hoffman and Goldie Hawn, but they were replaced by Tom Hanks and Shelley Long.

Description: Michael J. Fox stars as a young man who, after losing his job, moves to New York City to make his fortune, eventually finding himself in a situation akin to winning the lottery.

Fact: The film was a box office hit, grossing over $67 million. It also features a young Helen Slater in one of her early roles.

Description: A heartwarming comedy-drama where a cop promises half his lottery winnings to a waitress instead of tipping her. When he actually wins, the story unfolds with charm and humor.

Fact: The film is loosely based on a real-life event that occurred in 1984 in New York City. Also, the movie was a box office success, grossing over $37 million.

Description: A burglar takes a bickering couple hostage during Christmas, leading to a comedic exploration of family dynamics, which can be likened to the chaos that might follow a lottery win.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Hostile Hostages." It also features a notable performance by Kevin Spacey, who plays the burglar.

Description: While not strictly about the lottery, this cult classic involves a case of mistaken identity and a kidnapping plot that revolves around a millionaire's trophy wife, who is a former trophy wife of a lottery winner.

Fact: The film has inspired a religion called "Dudeism," based on the philosophy of its main character, The Dude. It's also known for its iconic quotes and memorable characters.

Description: A weatherman and a beauty queen conspire to rig the lottery, leading to a series of hilarious mishaps and misadventures. This film showcases the dark comedy of greed and ambition.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Michael Moore, who plays himself. It also marks one of the last films for John Travolta before his career resurgence.

Description: When a small Irish village learns that one of their own has won the lottery, they band together in a comedic scheme to claim the prize, even if it means waking the dead.

Fact: The film was shot in the village of Tullahought, Ireland, and the entire community was involved in the production. It also won the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival.