Hilarious High-Flying Hijinks: 10 Comedy Films About Plane Hijacking

Description: Though primarily a comedy about a race, it includes a segment where the protagonists must deal with a hijacking of their vehicle, which in this case, is a car, but the humor and absurdity fit the theme.

Fact: The film features an epic pie fight scene, which took six days to shoot and used over 4,000 pies. It also stars Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon, who had previously worked together in "Some Like It Hot."

Description: While not directly about a plane hijacking, it involves a Soviet submarine running aground near a New England town, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and a mock hijacking scenario.

Fact: The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and was based on the novel "Off-Island" by Nathaniel Benchley.

Description: This film parodies disaster movies, including a scene where a nuclear-powered bus faces a hijacking attempt, providing plenty of laughs along the way.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Larry Hagman, who later became famous for his role in "Dallas." It was also one of the first films to use the term "disaster movie" in its marketing.

Description: This classic spoof of the disaster film genre features a former fighter pilot turned taxi driver who must save the day when the crew of a commercial airliner falls ill. Its rapid-fire gags and absurd situations make it a standout in comedy cinema.

Fact: The film was made by the creators of the "Kentucky Fried Movie" and was initially titled "Flying High!" in Australia. It's also known for its numerous visual and verbal puns.

Description: Following the success of "Airplane!", this sequel continues the spoof with a new set of characters dealing with another hijacking, this time on a space shuttle.

Fact: The film was directed by Ken Finkleman, not the Zucker brothers who directed the original. It also features a cameo by William Shatner as the shuttle commander.

Description: A parody of "Top Gun" and other action films, "Hot Shots!" includes a sequence where the protagonist, Topper Harley, must deal with a hijacking on a plane, all while maintaining the film's comedic tone.

Fact: Charlie Sheen, who plays the lead, was originally considered for the role of Maverick in "Top Gun." The film also features a cameo by Valeria Golino, who played Tom Cruise's love interest in "Rain Man."

Description: While not exclusively about a plane hijacking, this sequel includes a memorable scene where Frank Drebin must thwart a hijacking attempt on an airplane, showcasing the film's trademark slapstick humor.

Fact: The film's title is a play on the term "The Naked Gun 2 1/2," implying it's a sequel but not quite a full third movie. It also features a cameo by Weird Al Yankovic.

Description: While not a comedy about hijacking, it includes a subplot where a character attempts to hijack a plane, leading to humorous situations within the airport setting.

Fact: The film was inspired by the true story of Mehran Karimi Nasseri, who lived in Charles de Gaulle Airport for 18 years. Tom Hanks' character learns English by watching "The Godfather."

Description: This French comedy features a British aircrew who, after being shot down over Paris during WWII, must evade capture with the help of two French civilians, leading to a series of comedic misadventures, including a plane hijacking.

Fact: It was the most successful French film in terms of box office admissions until

Description: A lesser-known comedy where a group of passengers must deal with a hijacking, showcasing the comedic talents of the cast in a light-hearted take on the genre.

Fact: This film is part of the "Francis the Talking Mule" series, where the mule, Francis, often provides comic relief.