Top 10 Swimming Comedy Films

Description: Though more of a drama with comedic elements, this film follows Ned Merrill, who decides to swim home through his neighbors' pools. The journey turns into a surreal odyssey, showcasing the absurdity of suburban life and the human condition.

Fact: The film was based on a short story by John Cheever, and Burt Lancaster, who plays Ned, was an accomplished swimmer in real life.

Description: While not exclusively about swimming, this classic comedy features a memorable pool scene where a baby pool is filled with baby oil, leading to a slippery, hilarious mess. It's a film that captures the spirit of summer fun and includes enough water-based humor to make the cut.

Fact: The film was initially panned by critics but has since become a cult classic. Bill Murray improvised much of his dialogue, including the famous "Cinderella story" scene.

Description: A romantic comedy where a young man falls in love with a mermaid. While the film has romantic elements, it's filled with humorous moments, especially when the mermaid tries to adapt to life on land, including her first swim in a public pool.

Fact: Daryl Hannah, who played the mermaid, had to learn how to swim for the role, despite being terrified of water.

Description: This comedy features a family vacation where one of the memorable scenes involves a swimming pool, a bear, and a lot of laughter. It's not all about swimming, but the pool scene is iconic.

Fact: John Candy and Dan Aykroyd improvised many of their lines, adding to the film's comedic charm.

Description: While not strictly about swimming, this Wes Anderson film features a marine biologist and his crew on a quest for a mythical shark. The film's humor is dry and quirky, with plenty of water-based scenes that add to the comedy.

Fact: The film was inspired by Jacques Cousteau, and Anderson used stop-motion animation for the underwater scenes.

Description: This French film, also known in its English version, follows two childhood friends who become competitive free divers. While it has dramatic elements, the film's light-hearted moments and the absurdity of their underwater adventures make it a unique entry in this list.

Fact: The film was remade in 1988 with a new ending after the original was deemed too dark by test audiences.

Description: While primarily a dark comedy about the film industry, the title metaphorically refers to navigating treacherous waters. The film includes scenes of swimming and water-related humor, making it a quirky addition to this list.

Fact: The film was Kevin Spacey's directorial debut.

Description: This Swedish comedy revolves around a group of friends who decide to participate in a swimsuit competition. The film is filled with humorous situations as they prepare for the event, showcasing the lighter side of swimming competitions.

Fact: The film was a box office success in Sweden and was praised for its light-hearted approach to body image issues.

Description: This film follows a group of pool cleaners who get into various comedic misadventures while trying to save their business. It's a light-hearted take on the world of pool maintenance with plenty of water-based humor.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Matthew Lillard, known for his role in "Scream."

Description: A group of misfit swimmers come together to form a swim team, leading to hilarious training sessions and competitions. The film celebrates the underdog spirit with a comedic twist.

Fact: The film was shot in Australia, known for its swimming culture.