- The Great Dictator (1940)
- The Mouse That Roared (1959)
- Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)
- The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming (1966)
- M*A*S*H (1970)
- Stripes (1981)
- Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983)
- Hot Shots! (1991)
- The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
- The Big Bang Theory (2010)
If you're looking for a good laugh with a side of military hardware, this collection of films is just for you. These movies showcase the lighter, often absurd side of artillery, where the stakes are high, but the laughs are even higher. From slapstick humor to clever satire, these films offer a unique blend of comedy and military action that's sure to entertain.
The Great Dictator (1940)
Description: While primarily a political satire, the film includes scenes where artillery is used in a comedic fashion to mock the absurdity of war.
Fact: This was Charlie Chaplin's first true talking picture, and he used it to speak out against fascism.
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The Mouse That Roared (1959)
Description: A tiny country declares war on the United States to gain economic aid, leading to a series of comedic events involving artillery and military strategy.
Fact: The film was based on a novel by Leonard Wibberley, who also wrote the screenplay.
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Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)
Description: This dark comedy features a nuclear war scenario where the absurdity of military strategy and artillery use is lampooned to great effect.
Fact: Stanley Kubrick originally intended the film to be a serious drama but switched to comedy after realizing the inherent humor in the situation.
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The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming (1966)
Description: A Soviet submarine runs aground near a New England town, leading to a comedic mix-up involving local militia and their attempts at defense with artillery.
Fact: The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
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M*A*S*H (1970)
Description: Set during the Korean War, this film uses artillery in its backdrop to highlight the absurdity of war through the antics of the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital.
Fact: The film's success led to a long-running TV series of the same name.
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Stripes (1981)
Description: Bill Murray's character, John Winger, leads his platoon through a series of comedic military misadventures, including a scene where they accidentally blow up a military base with a mortar.
Fact: The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for Chevy Chase, but Bill Murray's performance made it a classic.
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Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983)
Description: The "Live Organ Transplants" sketch features a military hospital where artillery is humorously used to "donate" organs, showcasing Monty Python's unique brand of dark comedy.
Fact: The film was banned in several countries due to its controversial content.
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Hot Shots! (1991)
Description: A parody of "Top Gun," this film features a scene where the protagonist, Topper Harley, uses a giant slingshot to launch himself into the air, a comedic take on artillery.
Fact: Charlie Sheen, who plays Topper Harley, improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's spontaneous humor.
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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
Description: While not directly about artillery, Walter's daydreams often involve him in military scenarios, including one where he's a heroic artillery commander.
Fact: The film was shot in various locations around the world, including Iceland, where many of the action sequences were filmed.
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The Big Bang Theory (2010)
Description: While not exclusively about artillery, this episode features a hilarious scenario where the characters attempt to build a potato cannon, showcasing their comedic ineptitude with military hardware.
Fact: The show's creators originally pitched the series as a comedy about nerds, but the episode with the potato cannon became one of the most memorable.
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