If you loved the action-packed, sci-fi comedy 'Men in Black: International' (2019), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that blend humor, extraterrestrial adventures, and secret agent thrills. Whether you're a fan of witty banter, futuristic gadgets, or intergalactic mysteries, these picks will keep you entertained just like MIB: International did.

Ghostbusters (1984)
Description: A blend of science fiction and comedy, featuring a team dealing with supernatural threats in a modern urban setting, much like the mix of action and humor in a certain alien-themed franchise.
Fact: The iconic Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man was originally intended to be just one of many supernatural entities, but budget constraints led to its singular focus.


The X-Files (1993)
Description: Centers around secretive government agents investigating paranormal and extraterrestrial phenomena, mirroring the covert operations and alien encounters seen in similar films.
Fact: The show's famous tagline 'The truth is out there' was almost replaced with 'Trust no one' as the series' main slogan.


Independence Day (1996)
Description: Features a large-scale alien invasion and the efforts of a diverse group of characters to save the world, combining action, spectacle, and humor.
Fact: The White House explosion scene was one of the most expensive single shots in film history at the time.


The Fifth Element (1997)
Description: A visually stunning sci-fi adventure with a mix of action, humor, and eccentric characters, set in a futuristic world filled with alien species.
Fact: The film's unique alien language was created by linguists and is fully functional, with its own grammar and vocabulary.


Men in Black (1997)
Description: Follows a secret organization that monitors and polices alien activity on Earth, blending action, comedy, and sci-fi elements seamlessly.
Fact: The neuralyzer device used to erase memories was inspired by the flashguns used in old cameras.


Starship Troopers (1997)
Description: A satirical take on military sci-fi, featuring humans battling alien insects, with a mix of over-the-top action and dark humor.
Fact: The film's propaganda-style commercials were inspired by real-world World War II recruitment videos.


Men in Black II (2002)
Description: Continues the adventures of a covert agency dealing with extraterrestrial threats, maintaining the same tone of humor and action.
Fact: The film features a cameo by Michael Jackson as an MIB agent, a role he reportedly lobbied hard to get.


District 9 (2009)
Description: A gritty, documentary-style sci-fi film about alien refugees on Earth, blending social commentary with action and unique visual effects.
Fact: The film was made on a relatively modest budget of $30 million but received widespread critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling.


Men in Black 3 (2012)
Description: Expands the lore of the secret organization with time-travel elements, while keeping the signature mix of sci-fi and comedy.
Fact: Josh Brolin spent months studying Tommy Lee Jones' voice and mannerisms to play a younger version of his character.


Independence Day: Resurgence (2016)
Description: A sequel that revisits the alien threat with updated visual effects and a continuation of the original's blend of action and humor.
Fact: The film was originally planned to be two movies, but the idea was scrapped during production.
