When the sun blazes down and the mercury rises, there's nothing like a good laugh to cool things off. This collection of comedies brings the heat, both literally and figuratively, with stories set in scorching locales where the characters' antics are as hot as the weather. From desert adventures to tropical misadventures, these films will have you chuckling at the absurdity of trying to keep cool in the face of unrelenting heat.
The In-Laws (1979)
Description: This classic comedy involves a dentist and a CIA agent whose adventures take them from the hot streets of New York to the even hotter jungles of South America, where the heat adds to the absurdity of their situation.
Fact: The film was remade in 2003 with Michael Douglas and Albert Brooks, but the original is often considered the superior version.
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The Jerk (1979)
Description: Steve Martin's character, Navin Johnson, experiences life's ups and downs, including a stint in the sweltering South, where his naivety and the heat combine for comedic gold.
Fact: The film was Steve Martin's first starring role in a feature film.
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Fletch (1985)
Description: Fletch's investigation in sunny Los Angeles involves a lot of outdoor scenes where the heat plays a role in his undercover antics. His quick wit and disguises are put to the test in the sweltering city.
Fact: Chevy Chase improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's spontaneous humor.
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The Big Lebowski (1998)
Description: While not exclusively about heat, the film's setting in the sun-drenched Los Angeles, with its laid-back, heat-induced lifestyle, makes it a perfect fit. The Dude's quest for his rug, amidst a kidnapping plot, unfolds under the California sun.
Fact: The character of The Dude was inspired by Jeff Dowd, a real-life friend of the Coen brothers, known for his laid-back attitude.
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The Road to El Dorado (2000)
Description: This animated adventure comedy takes place in the heat of the New World, where two Spanish con artists find themselves in the mythical city of gold, dealing with the scorching sun and their own misadventures.
Fact: The film was originally planned as a live-action movie before being converted to animation.
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The Cooler (2003)
Description: While primarily a drama, the film has comedic elements, especially in the scenes where the protagonist, a "cooler" in a Las Vegas casino, tries to beat the heat both literally and figuratively.
Fact: William H. Macy won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for this film.
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The Bucket List (2007)
Description: While not a comedy in the traditional sense, the film has its humorous moments, especially in the desert scenes where the heat is palpable, and the characters' bucket list adventures are both touching and funny.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life list made by screenwriter Justin Zackham.
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The Hangover Part II (2011)
Description: The sequel moves the action to Thailand, where the heat is as intense as the comedic situations. The Wolfpack's misadventures in Bangkok are fueled by the tropical heat, making their escapades even more chaotic.
Fact: The film was shot in various locations in Thailand, including the infamous Khao San Road.
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The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
Description: Though set in a fictional European country, the film's summer scenes are filled with bright colors and a sense of heat, adding to the whimsical, comedic tone of the story.
Fact: The film features a unique aspect ratio change throughout, reflecting different eras of cinema.
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The Heat (2013)
Description: This buddy cop comedy features an unlikely partnership between a tough FBI agent and a street-smart Boston cop, set against the backdrop of a sweltering summer in Massachusetts. Their fiery personalities clash and sizzle like the heatwave around them.
Fact: The film was originally titled "The Untouchables" but was changed to avoid confusion with the 1987 film of the same name.
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