If you enjoyed the darkly comedic chaos of Screwed (2000), starring Norm Macdonald and Dave Chappelle, you're in for a treat. This article highlights 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same mix of irreverent humor, absurd situations, and sharp wit. Whether you're a fan of heist-gone-wrong capers or satirical workplace comedies, these picks will keep you laughing.

The Long Good Friday (1980)
Description: A British crime thriller with a powerful performance by its lead actor, exploring themes of betrayal, power, and the changing face of London's underworld.
Fact: The film was initially banned in Ireland due to its portrayal of the IRA, but the ban was later lifted.


Get Shorty (1995)
Description: A crime comedy with a smooth-talking protagonist navigating the worlds of Hollywood and organized crime, blending humor with sharp dialogue.
Fact: The film is based on a novel by Elmore Leonard, who is known for his witty and dialogue-driven crime stories.


Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
Description: A crime comedy with a fast-paced narrative, witty dialogue, and a mix of violence and humor, featuring a group of misfits caught in a web of criminal misadventures.
Fact: The film was made on a budget of just £


The Bank Job (2008)
Description: A heist film based on true events, featuring a group of amateur criminals who stumble into a high-stakes robbery with political and criminal repercussions.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the 1971 Baker Street robbery, which was allegedly covered up by the British government due to its sensitive nature.


Sexy Beast (2000)
Description: A crime thriller with a menacing antagonist, dark humor, and a retired criminal pulled back into the underworld against his will.
Fact: The film features one of the most intense and memorable villain performances in modern crime cinema.


Snatch (2000)
Description: A darkly comedic crime film with overlapping storylines, eccentric characters, and a blend of brutal violence and sharp humor, set in the London underworld.
Fact: Brad Pitt's character, Mickey, was originally written as Irish, but Pitt's attempt at an Irish accent was deemed unintelligible, so the character was changed to a Gypsy.


Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
Description: A neo-noir crime comedy with a self-referential narrative, witty banter, and a mix of Hollywood satire and murder mystery.
Fact: The title comes from a famous phrase used by Italian film critics to describe James Bond films: 'Kiss kiss, bang bang,' referring to the mix of sex and violence.


Layer Cake (2004)
Description: A stylish crime thriller with a sophisticated yet ruthless protagonist navigating the dangerous world of drug deals and double-crosses.
Fact: The film's title refers to the layers of deception and complexity in the criminal underworld, much like the layers of a cake.


In Bruges (2008)
Description: A darkly comedic crime film with a mix of existential themes, sharp dialogue, and violent undertones, set against the picturesque backdrop of Bruges.
Fact: The film was shot entirely on location in Bruges, Belgium, and the city almost becomes a character in itself.


RocknRolla (2008)
Description: A gritty crime comedy with a focus on London's criminal underworld, featuring a mix of humor, violence, and eccentric characters.
Fact: The film was intended to be the first in a trilogy, but the sequels were never made due to the director's focus on other projects.
