Top 10 Hollywood Comedy Films

Description: A Broadway producer and his accountant plan to produce a sure-fire flop to embezzle the money. However, the show becomes a hit. This film is a classic satire on the theater world, which mirrors Hollywood's own excesses.

Fact: Mel Brooks won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, and the film was later adapted into a successful Broadway musical.

Description: A dark comedy about a Hollywood studio executive who becomes the target of a mysterious screenwriter. It's a sharp critique of the industry's ruthless nature and the lengths people go to for success.

Fact: The film features over 60 cameos from real-life Hollywood stars, and it was nominated for three Academy Awards.

Description: A Miami loan shark travels to Hollywood to collect a debt and ends up pitching a movie idea. This film blends crime with comedy, satirizing both Hollywood and the mob.

Fact: John Travolta's character was inspired by real-life Hollywood producer Robert Evans, and the film was adapted from Elmore Leonard's novel.

Description: A day in the life of an independent filmmaker as he struggles with the chaos of low-budget filmmaking. It's a hilarious and honest portrayal of the indie film scene.

Fact: The film was shot in just 16 days, reflecting the real-life challenges of indie filmmaking, and Steve Buscemi's performance as the director is both comedic and poignant.

Description: Steve Martin stars as a desperate producer who tricks a paranoid action star into starring in his low-budget sci-fi film. It's a comedic exploration of Hollywood's obsession with stars and the absurdity of movie production.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life Hollywood stories, and Eddie Murphy plays dual roles, showcasing his comedic range.

Description: Albert Brooks stars as a screenwriter who hires a mysterious woman, played by Sharon Stone, to be his muse. It's a comedic exploration of creativity and the lengths artists go to for inspiration.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Martin Scorsese, and Sharon Stone's performance was praised for its comedic timing.

Description: The Coen Brothers' take on the Hollywood studio system in the 1950s, focusing on a "fixer" who handles various crises for a major film studio. It's a loving, yet satirical, look at the golden age of cinema.

Fact: The film features a recreation of the famous Esther Williams swimming sequences, and George Clooney's character is loosely based on real-life studio fixers.

Description: Based on the memoir by producer Art Linson, this film follows a Hollywood producer dealing with a temperamental director, a star's hairpiece, and studio politics. It's a satirical look at the behind-the-scenes drama of movie making.

Fact: Robert De Niro plays the producer, and the film includes real-life anecdotes from Linson's career.

Description: This film satirizes Hollywood's obsession with war movies, following a group of actors who get more than they bargained for when they're dropped into a real war zone. It's a hilarious look at the lengths actors will go to for authenticity.

Fact: Tom Cruise's cameo as a foul-mouthed studio executive was a surprise to many, and Robert Downey Jr.'s performance earned him an Oscar nomination.

Description: Kevin Bacon stars as a young lawyer who gets his big break in Hollywood but soon learns the dark side of fame. It's a comedic yet cautionary tale about the allure and pitfalls of the movie industry.

Fact: The film was directed by Christopher Guest, known for his mockumentary style, and features a cameo by Martin Short.