Hilarious Underdog Comedies to Brighten Your Day

Description: Jeff Lebowski, known as "The Dude," gets mistaken for a millionaire with the same name, leading to a series of misadventures. His laid-back, underdog attitude makes him an unlikely hero in this cult classic.

Fact: The film has inspired a religion, "Dudeism," which promotes a laid-back lifestyle based on the character of The Dude.

Description: Dewey Finn, a failed rock musician, poses as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. His underdog story unfolds as he turns his class into a rock band, teaching them about music and life.

Fact: Jack Black learned to play the guitar for this role, and many of the child actors were actually musically talented.

Description: Peter LaFleur, owner of a failing gym, enters a dodgeball tournament to save his business from being taken over by a rival gym owner. His team of misfits becomes the ultimate underdogs in this sports comedy.

Fact: The film's title was inspired by a real-life dodgeball tournament in Las Vegas.

Description: Napoleon, an awkward high school student, navigates life in rural Idaho with his quirky family and friends. His underdog status is highlighted by his unique personality and his eventual rise to help his friend win a school election.

Fact: The film was made on a very low budget of $200,000, and its success was largely due to word-of-mouth. Jon Heder, who played Napoleon, was paid $1,000 for his role.

Description: This film follows Andy, a 40-year-old electronics store employee who has never had sex, as his friends attempt to help him lose his virginity. It's a perfect underdog story with a comedic twist, showcasing the awkwardness and eventual triumph of the protagonist.

Fact: The film was Steve Carell's breakout role in a major motion picture. The scene where Andy waxes his chest was improvised, and Carell's genuine reaction was used in the movie.

Description: Two high school best friends, Seth and Evan, are determined to have the best party of their lives before they go their separate ways for college. Their underdog status comes from their social awkwardness and the hilarious misadventures they encounter.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of its writers, Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. The character names were directly taken from their own names.

Description: After a bachelor party in Las Vegas goes awry, three friends must piece together the events of the night before to find their missing groom. Their underdog journey is filled with comedic mishaps and unexpected friendships.

Fact: The film was a surprise hit, spawning two sequels, and the term "wolfpack" became synonymous with the group of friends.

Description: In a world overrun by zombies, a shy college student, known only as Columbus, teams up with three other survivors. Their underdog status is evident as they navigate this new, dangerous world with humor and ingenuity.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a low-budget indie, but its success led to a sequel, "Zombieland: Double Tap."

Description: Scott, a struggling tattoo artist, lives with his mother and sister, dealing with the loss of his firefighter father. His underdog story is about finding purpose and growth amidst personal and familial challenges.

Fact: The film was semi-autobiographical for Pete Davidson, who plays Scott, reflecting his own life experiences.

Description: Two middle-aged salesmen, Billy and Nick, find themselves out of work and decide to intern at Google. Their underdog journey is filled with humor as they try to keep up with the younger, tech-savvy interns.

Fact: Google allowed the film to be shot on their campus, making it one of the few movies to showcase the real Google environment.