10 Hilarious Films About Competitions

Description: A family vacation turns into a comedic competition when the in-laws arrive, leading to a series of humorous challenges and one-upmanship in the wilderness.

Fact: John Candy and Dan Aykroyd improvised many of their scenes, leading to some of the film's most memorable moments. The film was shot in various locations in Wisconsin.

Description: Based on the true story of the first Jamaican bobsled team, this film humorously depicts their journey to the Winter Olympics, showcasing their spirit of competition and camaraderie.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of the Jamaican bobsled team at the 1988 Winter Olympics. The actors underwent extensive training to learn bobsledding for the movie.

Description: A failed hockey player turns to golf to save his grandmother's house, entering a series of golf tournaments with his unique, aggressive style, leading to both comedic and competitive moments.

Fact: Adam Sandler actually played golf in his youth, which helped with his performance. The film's script was originally written for Chris Farley.

Description: When the players of a professional football team go on strike, a ragtag group of replacements step in, leading to a comedic and competitive season.

Fact: Keanu Reeves trained with real NFL players to prepare for his role. The film includes several cameos from NFL stars like Pat Summerall and John Madden.

Description: This film follows a group of misfits who enter a dodgeball tournament to save their gym from being taken over by a corporate giant. Their journey is filled with laughs, camaraderie, and some very creative dodgeball strategies.

Fact: The film features cameos from several sports personalities, including Lance Armstrong and David Hasselhoff. The rules of dodgeball shown in the movie were actually invented for the film.

Description: NASCAR driver Ricky Bobby faces a personal and professional crisis when a French Formula One driver challenges his status, leading to a series of comedic races and rivalries.

Fact: Will Ferrell did most of his own driving stunts in the film. The movie was inspired by the real-life NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon.

Description: Two rival figure skaters, banned from singles competition, team up for pairs skating, leading to a hilarious and competitive journey to the World Championships.

Fact: Will Ferrell and Jon Heder learned to skate for the film, with Ferrell even performing some of his own stunts. The film was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy.

Description: While not a traditional competition, the characters in this film compete for survival in a zombie apocalypse, with a humorous twist on the usual survival narrative.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a TV series but was later adapted into a feature film. The amusement park scenes were filmed at Wild Adventures Theme Park in Georgia.

Description: This mockumentary follows the eccentric owners and their dogs as they prepare for and compete in the prestigious Mayflower Dog Show, showcasing the absurdity of dog show competitions.

Fact: The film features improvised dialogue, with actors often coming up with their own lines. It also includes real dog show judges and handlers as extras.

Description: Two salesmen, played by Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson, find themselves in a competition for an internship at Google, where they must prove their worth against tech-savvy young graduates in a series of challenges.

Fact: Google allowed the film to be shot on their campus, providing a realistic backdrop for the competition. The movie also features a real-life Google employee as an extra.