Step back in time with our curated list of medieval comedy films. These movies blend historical settings with humor, offering a delightful escape into the past with a comedic twist. Whether you're a history buff or just in need of a good laugh, these films provide a unique mix of slapstick, satire, and wit, all set against the backdrop of the Middle Ages.

The Court Jester (1955)
Description: Danny Kaye stars in this musical comedy about a minstrel who becomes the court jester to the Black Fox, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and mistaken identities.
Fact: The film features one of the most famous tongue twisters in cinema: "The pellet with the poison's in the flagon with the dragon."


Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)
Description: This film is a classic example of British humor, following King Arthur and his knights on a quest for the Holy Grail, filled with absurd situations, anachronisms, and memorable lines.
Fact: The film was made with a very low budget, leading to creative solutions like using coconut shells for horse sounds. It was also filmed in Scotland, despite being set in England.


The Princess Bride (1987)
Description: While not strictly medieval, this fairy tale adventure includes elements of medieval fantasy with its sword fights, giants, and true love, all wrapped in a comedic narrative.
Fact: The film was adapted from a novel by William Goldman, who also wrote the screenplay.


Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993)
Description: Mel Brooks' take on the Robin Hood legend, this film parodies the classic tale with humor, anachronisms, and a memorable cast including Cary Elwes and Dave Chappelle.
Fact: The film includes numerous references to other Robin Hood movies, particularly "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves."


A Knight's Tale (2001)
Description: A modern twist on medieval times, this film features a peasant who pretends to be a knight to compete in jousting tournaments, with a soundtrack that includes rock music from Queen and David Bowie.
Fact: The film's jousting scenes were choreographed by a professional stuntman who had previously worked on "Braveheart."


Black Knight (2001)
Description: Martin Lawrence stars as a theme park worker who is transported back to medieval England, where his modern-day slang and attitude cause chaos in the court of King Leo.
Fact: The film was originally titled "Medieval Park" during its development.


Your Highness (2011)
Description: A stoner comedy set in a medieval fantasy world, where two princes embark on a quest to rescue a princess, encountering various fantastical creatures and situations.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a more serious fantasy adventure but was rewritten to include more comedy.


The Visitors (1993)
Description: A French comedy where a medieval knight and his squire are transported to modern-day France, leading to hilarious culture clashes and misunderstandings.
Fact: The film was remade in English as "Just Visiting" in 2001, starring Jean Reno and Christina Applegate.


The Black Adder (1983)
Description: The first series of the British comedy, set in the late Middle Ages, follows the scheming Prince Edmund, known as "The Black Adder," in his attempts to gain power.
Fact: The character of Baldrick, played by Tony Robinson, was initially meant to be a one-off character but became a staple in the series due to his popularity.


The Sword of the Valiant (1984)
Description: Although more of an action-adventure, this film includes comedic elements with Sean Connery as the Green Knight, challenging the hero in a series of humorous trials.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the medieval poem "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight."
