Skydiving, with its adrenaline-pumping thrills and breathtaking views, has been a popular subject for filmmakers looking to blend comedy with high-altitude antics. This curated list of ten comedy films about skydiving offers a unique mix of humor, adventure, and the occasional mishap in the air. Whether you're a fan of slapstick comedy or enjoy the lighter side of extreme sports, these films will have you laughing from takeoff to landing. Get ready to buckle up for some sky-high laughs!

Airplane II: The Sequel (1982)
Description: This sequel to the classic comedy "Airplane!" includes a skydiving scene where characters jump out of a space shuttle, leading to absurd humor.
Fact: The film features many of the same actors from the original, including Robert Hays and Julie Hagerty.


The Great Outdoors (1988)
Description: John Candy's character, Chet, goes skydiving with his brother-in-law, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.
Fact: The skydiving scene was filmed at Skydive Chicago, one of the largest skydiving centers in the world.


Hot Shots! (1991)
Description: A parody of Top Gun, this film includes skydiving scenes that are played for laughs, with characters experiencing various comedic mishaps.
Fact: Charlie Sheen, who stars in the film, had to learn to fly a plane for his role.


BASEketball (1998)
Description: While not exclusively about skydiving, this film includes a memorable scene where characters attempt to jump out of a plane, leading to comedic chaos.
Fact: The film was co-written by David Zucker, known for his work on "Airplane!" and other comedy classics.


The Replacements (2000)
Description: Although primarily a sports comedy, it includes a scene where the team's quarterback, Shane Falco, skydives to make a dramatic entrance at a game.
Fact: Keanu Reeves, who plays Shane Falco, did his own skydiving stunt for the film.


Sky High (2005)
Description: This superhero-themed comedy features a skydiving sequence where the students of a school for superheroes learn to fly, often with comedic results.
Fact: The film was shot at a real skydiving school in California.


The Hangover Part III (2013)
Description: While not the main focus, the film includes a skydiving scene where the characters jump out of a plane to escape from a dangerous situation.
Fact: The skydiving sequence was filmed in real-life skydiving locations in Las Vegas.


The Skydivers (1963)
Description: While not a comedy in the traditional sense, this film has unintentionally humorous moments due to its low-budget production and over-the-top performances.
Fact: The movie was directed by Coleman Francis, known for his campy B-movies.


Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)
Description: This mockumentary comedy features a beauty pageant with skydiving as one of the talent segments, leading to hilarious and chaotic results.
Fact: The film includes a cameo by Denise Richards as a contestant who performs a skydiving routine.


The Parachute Jump (1937)
Description: This short comedy film from the silent era features a series of comedic mishaps during a parachute jump, showcasing early slapstick humor.
Fact: The film was directed by Charles Lamont, known for his work in comedy shorts.
