10 Hilarious Time Loop Comedies You Can’t Miss

Description: Phil Connors, a cynical weatherman, finds himself stuck in a time loop, reliving February 2nd repeatedly in the small town of Punxsutawney. This film is the quintessential time loop comedy, setting the standard for all others.

Fact: The film was inspired by a short story by Danny Rubin, and Bill Murray improvised many of his lines. The town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, has embraced the film with an annual Groundhog Day festival.

Description: A young man discovers he can travel back in time to his childhood, altering events with unintended consequences. While darker in tone, it has comedic moments and explores the time loop concept.

Fact: The film had several alternate endings, with the theatrical release being the darkest. It was inspired by the chaos theory concept of the butterfly effect.

Description: A soldier uses an experimental machine to relive the last eight minutes of a victim's life to prevent a terrorist attack. This film blends sci-fi with time loop elements, offering both suspense and humor.

Fact: The film was shot in just 28 days. It was praised for its innovative plot and the performance of Jake Gyllenhaal.

Description: A group of friends find themselves stuck in a time loop aboard a seemingly abandoned ship, leading to a mind-bending and darkly comedic journey. This film mixes horror, thriller, and comedy elements.

Fact: The film was shot in chronological order to help the actors keep track of the complex narrative. It has gained a cult following for its unique take on the time loop concept.

Description: A soldier fighting in a future war against an alien race finds himself caught in a time loop, reliving the same day of battle. While not strictly a comedy, its time loop premise and humorous moments make it a fitting addition.

Fact: The film was adapted from the Japanese novel "All You Need Is Kill" by Hiroshi Sakurazaka. Tom Cruise performed many of his own stunts, including a scene where he had to jump out of a helicopter.

Description: A young man discovers he can travel back in time to change his past, leading to comedic and heartfelt moments as he navigates life's challenges. While not a traditional time loop, it shares similar themes.

Fact: The film was written and directed by Richard Curtis, known for his romantic comedies. It explores themes of love, family, and the importance of living in the moment.

Description: A college student relives the day of her murder over and over, trying to solve her own death. This horror-comedy blends the time loop concept with slasher film elements for a unique viewing experience.

Fact: The film was originally pitched as "Groundhog Day meets Scream." It was a box office success, leading to a sequel, "Happy Death Day 2U."

Description: Two teenagers find themselves stuck in a time loop, where they explore the nuances of their repeated day, eventually falling in love. This film adds a romantic twist to the time loop comedy genre.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be released in theaters but was sold to Amazon Studios due to the global health crisis. It's based on a short story by Lev Grossman.

Description: Two wedding guests find themselves stuck in a time loop at a Palm Springs resort, leading to a series of comedic and existential adventures. This film offers a modern take on the time loop theme with a focus on character development.

Fact: The film was shot in just 22 days. It received critical acclaim for its originality and the performances of its leads, Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti.

Description: A man relives the same hour of his day, trying to prevent a murder. This short film was one of the first to explore the time loop concept in a comedic light.

Fact: It was based on a short story by Richard A. Lupoff and won the Academy Award for Best Short Film, Live Action in