10 Movies & Shows Like The Paint Job (1993)

Description: A comedic take on the struggles of homeownership and renovation, filled with mishaps and escalating costs, much like the chaotic journey of transforming a living space.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Eric Hodgins, who drew from his own nightmarish experience building a house in Connecticut. It was later remade as 'The Money Pit' in

Description: A classic comedy about two mismatched roommates whose conflicting lifestyles lead to constant friction and humor, showcasing the chaos of cohabitation.

Fact: The film was adapted from Neil Simon's Broadway play, which itself was inspired by his brother's real-life roommate situation. The poker game scenes featured real-life comedians as extras.

Description: A dark comedy about suburban conformity being disrupted by eccentric new neighbors, exploring themes of middle-class anxiety and the fear of the unknown.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Thomas Berger, who also wrote 'Little Big Man.' It marked one of Dan Aykroyd's first dramatic roles after his comedic success on SNL.

Description: A lighthearted comedy about a stressed-out family man whose vacation turns into a series of disasters, mirroring the theme of plans gone hilariously awry.

Fact: This was John Candy's first starring role in a film. The beach house used in the movie was a real rental property that became famous after the film's release.

Description: A romantic comedy with a chaotic premise involving deception and domestic upheaval, where characters are forced into unfamiliar roles, leading to humorous and heartwarming situations.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life news story about a wealthy woman who lost her memory. The original script had a much darker tone before being rewritten as a comedy.

Description: A family vacation comedy filled with misadventures and clashes between city slickers and outdoor enthusiasts, capturing the chaos of trying to enjoy nature.

Fact: The film's iconic 'Old 96er' steak-eating challenge was inspired by real-life eating contests. The lake scenes were filmed at Bass Lake in California, which later became a tourist attraction because of the movie.

Description: A comedy about the stresses and absurdities of relocating a family, filled with physical humor and the universal struggles of starting over in a new place.

Fact: The film features one of the most expensive practical stunts ever filmed at the time, with a real house being lifted by a crane. Many of the moving disasters were based on real-life experiences of the writers.

Description: A dark comedy that explores suburban paranoia and the absurd lengths people go to uncover the truth about their neighbors, blending humor with a sense of unease.

Fact: The film was shot almost entirely on a studio backlot to create the perfect suburban neighborhood aesthetic. Director Joe Dante wanted it to feel like a twisted version of classic sitcom suburbs.

Description: A family comedy about an irresponsible adult forced into caretaking duties, leading to chaotic but heartwarming situations that challenge his lifestyle.

Fact: The character of Buck was originally written for Bill Murray, but John Candy took the role when Murray passed. The giant pancake scene was entirely improvised by Candy.

Description: A satirical look at financial desperation and the lengths ordinary people will go to maintain their lifestyle, filled with comedic heists and social commentary.

Fact: The film was originally written in the 1970s but was updated to reflect early 2000s corporate scandals like Enron. The original 1977 version starred George Segal and Jane Fonda.