Top 10 Comedy Films About Quests

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film's dark humor and the quest for gold in Mexico by three prospectors make it a unique entry. Their journey is fraught with greed, paranoia, and the famous line, "We don't need no stinking badges!"

Fact: The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Director for John Huston. It was one of the first Hollywood films to be shot on location in Mexico.

Description: King Arthur and his knights embark on a quest for the Holy Grail, encountering various absurd obstacles and challenges. This film's satirical take on medieval quests and its anarchic humor make it a cornerstone of comedy cinema.

Fact: The film was made on a shoestring budget, with the cast and crew often camping out during production. It's famous for its use of coconuts to simulate horse sounds.

Description: The Griswold family's quest to reach the amusement park Walley World turns into a series of comedic misadventures. Their journey is a quest for the perfect family vacation, filled with mishaps and memorable moments.

Fact: The film was based on a short story by John Hughes, who also wrote the screenplay. The car used in the movie, the Wagon Queen Family Truckster, was custom-made for the film.

Description: A group of kids from the Goon Docks neighborhood find a treasure map and set off on an adventure to save their homes from foreclosure. Their quest involves booby traps, a pirate ship, and the infamous "truffle shuffle."

Fact: The film was directed by Richard Donner, who also directed "Superman" and "Lethal Weapon." The character Sloth was played by John Matuszak, a former NFL player.

Description: This film is a delightful mix of fairy tale, romance, and comedy, where a farmhand embarks on a quest to rescue his true love from the clutches of an evil prince. The quest is filled with sword fights, giants, and rodents of unusual size, making it a perfect fit for our list.

Fact: The film was adapted from a novel by William Goldman, who also wrote the screenplay. It's known for its iconic lines like "Inconceivable!" and "As you wish."

Description: A family's quest for a peaceful vacation in the woods turns into a series of comedic disasters when relatives show up uninvited. Their quest for relaxation becomes a quest for survival against nature and family dynamics.

Fact: The film was shot in Bass Lake, California. John Candy and Dan Aykroyd had previously worked together in "The Blues Brothers."

Description: The Baron sets out on a quest to save a besieged city, encountering fantastical creatures and engaging in outlandish adventures. The film's blend of fantasy, comedy, and quest elements makes it a unique addition to this list.

Fact: The film was directed by Terry Gilliam, known for his surreal and imaginative storytelling. It was a commercial failure but has since gained a cult following.

Description: Three brothers embark on a train journey across India to find their mother and reconnect with each other. Their quest is filled with cultural mishaps, spiritual quests, and sibling rivalry.

Fact: The film was shot on location in India, with many scenes filmed on actual trains. The soundtrack features music by The Kinks, which Wes Anderson is known to be a fan of.

Description: After a wild bachelor party in Las Vegas, three friends must piece together their lost memories to find the groom before his wedding. Their quest involves a baby, a tiger, and a missing tooth.

Fact: The film was shot in only 15 days. The character of Mike Tyson was added to the script after he expressed interest in being part of the movie.

Description: In a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, a group of survivors forms an unlikely team to travel across the country to find a safe haven. Their quest is filled with humor, zombie-killing rules, and a quest for Twinkies.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a TV series. The character Columbus's rules for surviving the zombie apocalypse became a popular meme.