Dive into the world of déjà vu with this curated list of comedy films. These movies explore the humorous side of experiencing the same events over and over, offering a unique blend of laughter and existential pondering. Whether it's through time loops, memory mix-ups, or just plain old déjà vu, these films provide both entertainment and a light-hearted take on the concept of repetition.

Groundhog Day (1993)
Description: Phil Connors, a weatherman, finds himself reliving the same day repeatedly, turning his life into a comedic exploration of déjà vu.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life Groundhog Day celebration in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Bill Murray ad-libbed many of his lines, adding to the film's improvisational humor.


The Butterfly Effect (2004)
Description: Evan Treborn discovers he can travel back in time to his childhood, but each change he makes results in a new reality, often with déjà vu elements.
Fact: The film had multiple endings, with the theatrical release being the most popular. Ashton Kutcher lost 17 pounds for his role to portray the physical toll of time travel.


50 First Dates (2004)
Description: Henry Roth falls for Lucy Whitmore, who suffers from short-term memory loss, leading to daily reintroductions and a comedic take on déjà vu.
Fact: Drew Barrymore's character, Lucy, was based on a real person with a similar condition. The film's ending was changed from the original script to be more uplifting.


Déjà Vu (2006)
Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film uses the concept of déjà vu in a thrilling narrative where an ATF agent experiences events before they happen.
Fact: The film's plot was influenced by the real-life investigation into the Oklahoma City bombing. The time-travel device was designed to look like a giant MRI machine.


Source Code (2011)
Description: Captain Colter Stevens is sent back in time to relive the last eight minutes of a commuter's life to prevent a bombing, experiencing déjà vu in a sci-fi context.
Fact: The film was shot in just 27 days. The idea for the movie came from a dream the writer had about a train bombing.


Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
Description: Major William Cage relives the same day in a battle against alien invaders, using his knowledge of the repeated events to his advantage.
Fact: The film was inspired by the Japanese novel "All You Need Is Kill." Tom Cruise performed many of his own stunts, including the intense combat scenes.


The Final Girls (2015)
Description: A group of friends get sucked into a 1980s slasher movie, experiencing déjà vu as they try to survive the film's plot.
Fact: The film pays homage to classic '80s horror films. The characters' names are anagrams of famous horror movie characters.


About Time (2013)
Description: Tim Lake discovers he can travel back in time, leading to comedic and heartfelt moments of déjà vu as he tries to perfect his life.
Fact: The film was initially conceived as a drama but was turned into a romantic comedy. The time travel scenes were shot in real-time to maintain authenticity.


Happy Death Day (2017)
Description: Tree Gelbman relives the day of her murder over and over, using her knowledge to solve her own murder in this comedic horror film.
Fact: The film was originally pitched as "Groundhog Day meets Scream." The director, Christopher Landon, wanted to make a film that was both scary and funny.


Palm Springs (2020)
Description: Nyles and Sarah find themselves stuck in a time loop at a wedding, leading to comedic and existential explorations of déjà vu.
Fact: The film was shot in just 22 days. It was inspired by the concept of "Groundhog Day" but set in a different environment.
