If you loved the dark humor and irreverent charm of 'Bad Santa 2,' you're in for a treat! This article highlights 10 similar movies and shows that deliver the same raunchy comedy, antihero antics, and holiday mischief. Whether you're craving more foul-mouthed Santas or just enjoy a good laugh at the expense of the season, these picks will keep you entertained.
Trading Places (1983)
Description: A holiday-set comedy featuring social commentary and outrageous situations, with a cynical view of wealth and privilege during the festive season.
Fact: The film's iconic orange trading floor scenes were shot at the real COMEX exchange. The movie's plot was inspired by Mark Twain's 'The Prince and the Pauper'.
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Gremlins (1984)
Description: A darkly comedic holiday horror that subverts Christmas cheer with chaotic, destructive creatures running amok.
Fact: The film's release led to the creation of the PG-13 rating. The gremlins were inspired by creator Joe Dante's experiences with mischievous soldiers during WWII.
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Scrooged (1988)
Description: A modern retelling of 'A Christmas Carol' with a darkly comedic twist, featuring a selfish protagonist who undergoes a holiday transformation.
Fact: The film's ghostly taxi driver was inspired by New York urban legends. The movie's finale was partially improvised by the cast.
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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)
Description: A chaotic family holiday comedy filled with over-the-top mishaps and a healthy dose of cynicism about the festive season.
Fact: The house used for exterior shots was later used in 'Home Alone'. The film's script was based on John Hughes' own family holiday experiences.
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The Santa Clause (1994)
Description: A holiday comedy with a cynical edge, featuring an ordinary man reluctantly taking on the Santa role with humorous consequences.
Fact: Tim Allen's Santa suit weighed over 40 pounds. The film's success spawned two sequels and a current Disney+ series.
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Bad Santa (2003)
Description: A dark comedy featuring a morally questionable protagonist who exploits the holiday season for personal gain, blending crude humor with a cynical take on Christmas.
Fact: The film was originally rated NC-17 but was edited down to an R rating. It was inspired by a real-life department store Santa who was caught stealing.
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Elf (2003)
Description: While more wholesome than most, this holiday comedy shares the theme of an outsider disrupting the normal holiday routine with outrageous behavior.
Fact: Will Ferrell insisted on actually eating the maple syrup-covered spaghetti in the famous dinner scene. The North Pole scenes were filmed in July.
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A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas (2011)
Description: A raunchy holiday adventure featuring drug-fueled antics and a cynical take on Christmas traditions, with plenty of crude humor.
Fact: The film features the first 3D stoner comedy sequence ever filmed. The Christmas tree lot scene used real marijuana plants (without THC).
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Office Christmas Party (2016)
Description: A raunchy holiday comedy filled with outrageous antics and a dysfunctional group of characters who push the boundaries of festive cheer.
Fact: The movie's chaotic office party scene was inspired by real-life tech company holiday parties. It features an actual ice sculpture bar in one scene.
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The Night Before (2015)
Description: A holiday-themed comedy that mixes crude humor with heartfelt moments, following a group of friends on a wild Christmas Eve adventure.
Fact: The film includes numerous Easter eggs referencing other Christmas movies. The iconic Nutcracker costume was custom-made for the movie.
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