10 Hilarious Films About Pilgrimages

Description: Although more of a coming-of-age story, this film follows Che Guevara's youthful journey across South America, which can be seen as a pilgrimage of self-discovery, with moments of humor amidst the serious undertones.

Fact: The film was shot in the locations where the real journey took place, providing an authentic backdrop.

Description: Walter Mitty, a day-dreamer, embarks on a real-life adventure to find a missing negative, which turns into a global pilgrimage filled with humorous and surreal moments.

Fact: The film includes a scene where Mitty skateboards through Iceland, which was actually performed by Ben Stiller himself.

Description: Two terminally ill men escape from the hospital to fulfill their bucket list, which includes a pilgrimage to the Himalayas, filled with humor and life-affirming moments.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life story of a man who created a bucket list after being diagnosed with cancer.

Description: Three brothers embark on a train journey across India, seeking spiritual enlightenment and reconciliation, but their trip is filled with comedic mishaps and cultural misunderstandings.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Bill Murray, who plays a businessman on the train. The soundtrack includes music by The Kinks and The Rolling Stones.

Description: A group of prisoners escape from a Siberian gulag and undertake an epic journey across the Gobi Desert, which can be seen as a pilgrimage for freedom, with moments of dark humor amidst the struggle for survival.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the memoir "The Long Walk" by Sławomir Rawicz, though the authenticity of the story has been questioned.

Description: A group of British retirees move to India to live out their golden years in what they believe to be a luxurious hotel, only to find it's far from what they expected, leading to a comedic pilgrimage of sorts.

Fact: The film was so popular that it spawned a sequel, "The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel."

Description: This film follows a father who embarks on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain to honor his deceased son. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, leading to humorous and heartwarming moments.

Fact: Emilio Estevez, who directed and wrote the film, also plays a small role. The film was shot on location along the actual Camino de Santiago.

Description: While not a traditional pilgrimage, the journey of a legendary concierge and his lobby boy through a fictional European country has elements of a comedic pilgrimage as they navigate through political turmoil and personal adventures.

Fact: The film features a large ensemble cast including Ralph Fiennes, Tilda Swinton, and Jeff Goldblum.

Description: While not a traditional pilgrimage, this film captures the journey of an Indian family moving to France, where they open a restaurant opposite a Michelin-starred French one, leading to a cultural and culinary pilgrimage of sorts.

Fact: The film is based on a novel by Richard C. Morais. Helen Mirren, who plays the French chef, learned to speak Hindi for her role.

Description: Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon take a culinary tour of northern England, which turns into a comedic pilgrimage of sorts as they explore food, friendship, and their own egos.

Fact: The film was originally a six-part TV series in the UK, which was then edited into a feature film for international release.