Divine Laughter: 10 Comedies About God and the Devil

Description: God appears to an ordinary supermarket manager, played by John Denver, to spread His message, leading to a series of comedic and heartwarming events.

Fact: George Burns, who played God, was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance. The film was controversial for its time due to its light-hearted take on religion.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film has its darkly humorous moments as a young lawyer discovers his boss is none other than Satan himself, leading to a battle of wits and wills in a legal setting.

Fact: Al Pacino's portrayal of the Devil was so compelling that he received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards. The film's ending was changed multiple times during production.

Description: Adam Sandler plays Nicky, the son of Satan, who must travel to Earth to bring back his rebellious brothers, all while dealing with the quirks of human life. It's a comedy with a heart of gold... or should we say, brimstone?

Fact: The film features a cameo by Ozzy Osbourne, who plays himself. Sandler's character was inspired by his own childhood nickname.

Description: A modern retelling of the Faust legend, where a man sells his soul to the Devil for seven wishes, only to find out that the Devil, played by Elizabeth Hurley, has a wicked sense of humor.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be much darker, but was toned down for a broader audience. Hurley's character was inspired by the Devil in the 1967 version of the film.

Description: When a frustrated TV reporter, Bruce Nolan, complains to God about his life, he's given divine powers to see if he can do a better job. This film hilariously explores the chaos that ensues when a mortal tries to play God.

Fact: Jim Carrey improvised many of his scenes, including the famous "God is a prankster" line. The film was a massive box office success, grossing over $484 million worldwide.

Description: A sequel to Bruce Almighty, where a congressman is tasked by God to build an ark, leading to a modern-day retelling of Noah's Ark with plenty of laughs.

Fact: The film holds the record for the most animals used in a movie, with over 400 animals on set. The ark was built to scale and was donated to a religious theme park after filming.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film has darkly comedic elements as it follows an Iraqi soldier forced to become the double for Saddam Hussein's sadistic son, Uday, exploring themes of identity and morality.

Fact: Dominic Cooper plays both the main character and Uday Hussein, showcasing his versatility. The film was banned in Iraq and several Middle Eastern countries.

Description: A sleazy landlord makes a deal with the Devil to save his soul by corrupting three innocent souls, leading to a series of comedic misadventures.

Fact: The film was one of the first Disney productions to deal with the theme of the Devil in a comedic way. Bill Cosby was originally considered for the role of the Devil.

Description: Kevin Smith's irreverent take on religion where two fallen angels attempt to exploit a loophole to get back into Heaven, causing chaos on Earth. It's a blend of comedy, theology, and pop culture references.

Fact: The film was initially banned by the Catholic League, but later received an endorsement from the Vatican newspaper for its theological accuracy.

Description: An Australian comedy where a man sues God after his boat is destroyed by lightning, leading to a legal battle that questions the nature of divine intervention.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life event where a man sued God for damages caused by a storm. It was well-received for its humor and philosophical undertones.