Top 10 Knight Comedy Films You Can’t Miss

Description: Danny Kaye stars as a jester who becomes involved in a plot to overthrow an evil king, with plenty of mistaken identities and slapstick humor, including a knightly duel.

Fact: The film includes the famous tongue twister "The pellet with the poison's in the flagon with the dragon."

Description: A timeless comedy that parodies the Arthurian legend, featuring the Knights of the Round Table on a quest for the Holy Grail, complete with killer rabbits and the infamous "Ni!" chant.

Fact: The film was made on a shoestring budget, with many scenes shot in a single take due to financial constraints.

Description: While not exclusively about knights, this film features a dashing swordsman, Inigo Montoya, and a farmhand turned pirate, Westley, who both embody the spirit of knighthood in their quests for love and justice.

Fact: The film has a cult following and is often quoted for its memorable lines like "Inconceivable!" and "As you wish."

Description: This film follows the journey of a peasant squire who pretends to be a knight to compete in tournaments, all while trying to win the heart of a noblewoman. Its anachronistic soundtrack and modern dialogue make it a standout comedy in the knight genre.

Fact: The film uses rock music from the 1970s and 1980s, which was quite unconventional for a medieval setting. Heath Ledger learned to joust for real for this role.

Description: A modern-day theme park worker is transported back to medieval England where he's mistaken for a knight. His modern slang and behavior provide plenty of laughs as he navigates the court of King Leo.

Fact: Martin Lawrence, who stars as the lead, improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's comedic flair.

Description: A stoner comedy set in medieval times, where a lazy prince must embark on a quest to rescue his brother's fiancée, encountering wizards, mythical creatures, and plenty of crude humor.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a parody of fantasy films like "The Lord of the Rings."

Description: A group of live-action role-players accidentally summon a real demon during their game, leading to a comedic adventure where they must use their knightly skills to save the day.

Fact: The film features Peter Dinklage, who later became famous for his role in "Game of Thrones."

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, but the original French version is considered superior by many fans.

Description: This British sitcom features the misadventures of Prince Edmund, the Black Adder, in medieval England, with plenty of dark humor and satirical takes on knighthood.

Fact: The show was the first in a series of "Blackadder" shows, each set in a different historical period.

Description: A comedic take on the legend of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, where the knight must face various challenges, including a humorous encounter with a giant.

Fact: Sean Connery plays the Green Knight, adding a touch of class to the otherwise light-hearted film.