There's something magical about lakes - they're serene, scenic, and often the backdrop for some of the most hilarious moments in cinema. Whether it's the tranquility that gets disrupted by comedic chaos or the natural beauty that sets the stage for funny misadventures, these films capture the essence of lakeside comedy. Here's a curated list of 10 comedy films where lakes play a starring role, offering both laughter and a touch of nature's charm.
Meatballs (1979)
Description: This classic summer camp comedy features Bill Murray in his breakout role, with plenty of lake-based antics, pranks, and the famous "It just doesn't matter!" speech.
Fact: The film was shot at Camp White Pine in Haliburton, Ontario, which was actually a real summer camp.
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The Great Outdoors (1988)
Description: John Candy and Dan Aykroyd star in this comedy about a family vacation at a lake resort that goes hilariously awry due to unexpected visitors and wildlife encounters.
Fact: The film was shot in Bass Lake, California, and the bear scenes were done with a real bear named Bart.
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Camp Nowhere (1994)
Description: A group of kids trick their parents into sending them to a fake summer camp, where they end up having their own adventures, including some by the lake.
Fact: The film was shot at the now-closed Camp Woodcraft in California.
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Heavyweights (1995)
Description: A group of overweight kids at a summer camp rebel against their fitness-obsessed camp director, with many of their escapades taking place around the camp's lake.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of one of its writers, Judd Apatow, at a weight loss camp.
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The Parent Trap (1998)
Description: Lindsay Lohan plays twin sisters who meet at summer camp and hatch a plan to reunite their divorced parents, with many scenes set around the camp's lake.
Fact: The film was a remake of the 1961 movie of the same name, and Lohan had to learn to play both characters convincingly.
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Lake Placid (1999)
Description: While primarily a horror-comedy, this film about a giant crocodile in a Maine lake has its share of comedic relief, especially from the characters' reactions to the absurdity of the situation.
Fact: The film's title is a play on the serene Lake Placid in New York, known for its tranquility, which is quite the opposite of the movie's plot.
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Wet Hot American Summer (2001)
Description: This cult classic comedy captures the last day of summer camp in 1981, with a plethora of absurd and hilarious events, many of which take place around the camp's lake.
Fact: The film features an ensemble cast that includes many actors who would later become famous, like Paul Rudd, Amy Poehler, and Bradley Cooper.
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The Lake House (2006)
Description: While not strictly a comedy, this romantic drama has its share of light-hearted moments as two people fall in love through letters sent across time, with the lake house as their only connection.
Fact: The film was inspired by a South Korean movie called "Il Mare," and the lake house was built specifically for the film in Canada.
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The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
Description: While more of a horror-comedy, this film features a group of friends whose lake cabin vacation turns into a nightmarish scenario, with plenty of comedic moments amidst the chaos.
Fact: The film was originally written by Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard as a response to the clichés in horror movies.
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Ernest Goes to Camp (1987)
Description: Jim Varney's beloved character, Ernest P. Worrell, gets involved in the antics at Kamp Kikakee, with many scenes involving the camp's lake.
Fact: The film was shot at a real summer camp in Tennessee, which was later renamed "Camp Ernest."
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