Dive into the world of inventors where creativity meets comedy. This collection showcases films where inventors, with their outlandish inventions, lead to hilarious situations, making these movies not only entertaining but also a celebration of human ingenuity and the often humorous side of innovation. Whether it's a gadget gone wrong or an invention that changes everything, these films are sure to tickle your funny bone while sparking your imagination.
The Great Race (1965)
Description: This classic comedy features a race from New York to Paris, where an inventor's car, The Leslie Special, plays a key role in the comedic events.
Fact: The film was one of the most expensive comedies ever made at the time, and it includes a pie fight scene with over 4,000 pies.
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The Man with One Red Shoe (1985)
Description: Richard Drew, a violinist, becomes the target of a CIA operation due to a misunderstanding, showcasing his inventive ways to evade capture.
Fact: The film was remade from the French film "Le Grand Blond avec une chaussure noire," and Tom Hanks plays the lead role.
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The Secret of My Success (1987)
Description: Brantley Foster, an aspiring executive, invents a new persona to climb the corporate ladder, leading to comedic situations.
Fact: The film was originally titled "The Secret of My Succe$s," and Michael J. Fox plays both Brantley and his alter ego, Carlton Whitfield.
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The Ghost and the Darkness (1996)
Description: While not strictly about an inventor, the film features a bridge engineer who must outwit man-eating lions, showcasing his inventive traps and strategies.
Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, and Val Kilmer's character, John Henry Patterson, was a real-life engineer.
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Flubber (1997)
Description: Professor Philip Brainard invents a substance that bounces and flies, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and a battle against a villain who wants to steal his invention.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1961 film "The Absent-Minded Professor," and the original "Flubber" was made from a mixture of rubber cement and mineral oil.
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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
Description: Walter Mitty, a daydreaming photo editor, embarks on a real-life adventure to find a missing negative, showcasing his inner inventor's spirit through his imaginative escapades.
Fact: The film was inspired by James Thurber's 1939 short story, and Ben Stiller, who plays Walter, also directed the movie.
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The Invention of Lying (2009)
Description: In a world where lying doesn't exist, Mark Bellison invents the concept, leading to humorous and thought-provoking situations.
Fact: The film was co-written by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson, and it explores the implications of honesty in society.
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The World's End (2013)
Description: A group of friends attempt to recreate a pub crawl, only to discover an alien invasion, with one friend's inventive mind saving the day.
Fact: The film is part of Edgar Wright's "Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy," and it features a cameo by the director himself.
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The Inventor (2023)
Description: This animated film follows Leonardo da Vinci, whose inventions lead to comedic situations as he tries to impress the King of France.
Fact: The film features the voices of Stephen Fry as Leonardo da Vinci and Daisy Ridley as Princess Marguerite.
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The Man Who Knew Too Little (1997)
Description: Wallace Ritchie, an American tourist, gets mistaken for a spy due to an interactive theater experience, showcasing his inventive ways to survive the chaos.
Fact: The film was based on the 1991 novel "Watch That Man" by Robert Farrar, and Bill Murray improvised many of his lines.
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