10 Movies & Shows Like Hot Rod (2007)

Description: 'Anchorman' shares 'Hot Rod's' love for absurd, quotable humor and larger-than-life characters. Both films feature protagonists who are hilariously incompetent yet strangely charismatic. The ensemble casts in both movies play off each other perfectly, creating a dynamic similar to 'Hot Rod's' team of misfits.

Fact: The 'news team fight' scene features cameos from Tim Robbins, Ben Stiller, and Luke Wilson. Will Ferrell stayed in character as Ron Burgundy throughout the entire shoot. The film was initially rejected by several studios before finding a home at DreamWorks.

Description: Like 'Hot Rod', 'Napoleon Dynamite' is a quirky, offbeat comedy that thrives on absurd humor and awkward social interactions. Both films feature protagonists who are lovable losers with big dreams, and both use deadpan humor to create a unique comedic tone. The visual style of both films is also similar, with a focus on mundane settings that become hilarious through exaggerated performances.

Fact: The film was made on a budget of just $400,000 but grossed over $46 million worldwide. Many of the film's iconic lines, like 'Vote for Pedro', became cultural catchphrases. Jon Heder, who played Napoleon, was paid only $1,000 for his role initially.

Description: Like 'Hot Rod', 'Talladega Nights' is a comedy about an underdog with an inflated sense of self-importance. Both films use sports as a backdrop for their humor, and both feature ridiculous, over-the-top performances. The films also share a similar tone, blending slapstick with clever dialogue.

Fact: Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly did most of their own driving in the film. The film's title was inspired by a real NASCAR driver named Ricky Bobby. Sacha Baron Cohen's character, Jean Girard, was originally written as a Frenchman, but was changed to be French-Canadian after Cohen's audition.

Description: 'Superbad' shares 'Hot Rod's' focus on immature, yet endearing characters navigating ridiculous situations. Both films blend physical comedy with witty dialogue, and both have a heartwarming core beneath their crude humor. The friendship dynamics in 'Superbad' mirror the camaraderie in 'Hot Rod', with characters who are deeply flawed but ultimately supportive of each other.

Fact: The script was written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg when they were just 13 years old. Michael Cera and Jonah Hill improvised many of their lines. The film was originally supposed to be animated.

Description: Like 'Hot Rod', 'Step Brothers' is a comedy that revels in absurdity and the immaturity of its adult characters. Both films feature protagonists who are delusional about their own abilities, leading to hilarious consequences. The physical comedy and over-the-top performances in both films are key to their humor.

Fact: Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly improvised most of their dialogue. The film's infamous 'drum set' scene was completely improvised. The movie was shot in just 32 days.

Description: Like 'Hot Rod', 'Pineapple Express' is a comedy that thrives on the chemistry between its leads and their ridiculous misadventures. Both films feature protagonists who are out of their depth, and both use physical comedy to great effect. The films also share a similar tone, blending humor with moments of genuine emotion.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real strain of marijuana called 'Pineapple Express'. James Franco and Seth Rogen improvised many of their scenes. The movie was originally conceived as a straight action film, but was rewritten as a comedy.

Description: Like 'Hot Rod', 'The Hangover' is a comedy about a group of friends who find themselves in over their heads. Both films use physical comedy and absurd situations to drive their humor, and both feature protagonists who are lovable but deeply flawed. The films also share a similar tone, blending humor with moments of genuine emotion.

Fact: The film was shot in just 15 days. Bradley Cooper was initially considered for the role of Stu, but was later cast as Phil. The movie's infamous 'tiger in the bathroom' scene was inspired by a real-life incident involving Mike Tyson.

Description: '21 Jump Street' shares 'Hot Rod's' blend of action and comedy, with a focus on mismatched partners. Both films feature protagonists who are inept but well-meaning, and both use absurd situations to highlight their characters' flaws. The films also share a similar visual style, with bright, colorful cinematography that enhances their comedic tone.

Fact: Jonah Hill wrote the script with the intention of starring in it. The film was originally conceived as a straight action film, but was rewritten as a comedy. The movie features a cameo from the original '21 Jump Street' star, Johnny Depp.

Description: 'This Is the End' shares 'Hot Rod's' love for meta-humor and self-deprecating comedy. Both films feature actors playing exaggerated versions of themselves, and both use absurd situations to explore themes of friendship and personal growth. The films also share a similar visual style, with bright, colorful cinematography that enhances their comedic tone.

Fact: The film was shot in just 32 days. Many of the actors' real-life homes were used as sets. The movie features cameos from several celebrities, including Rihanna and Emma Watson.

Description: 'The Other Guys' shares 'Hot Rod's' blend of action and comedy, with a focus on mismatched partners. Both films feature protagonists who are inept but well-meaning, and both use absurd situations to highlight their characters' flaws. The films also share a similar visual style, with bright, colorful cinematography that enhances their comedic tone.

Fact: Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell did most of their own stunts. The film's script was rewritten extensively during production. The movie features a cameo from Derek Jeter as himself.