10 Movies & Shows Like Wedding Crashers (2005)

Description: Like 'Wedding Crashers', 'Zoolander' is a comedy that satirizes a specific world (fashion in this case) while delivering absurd humor and memorable characters. Both films feature charismatic leads in ridiculous situations.

Fact: Ben Stiller came up with the idea after noticing that models often had vacant expressions. David Bowie makes a cameo as a judge in the walk-off scene. The film initially underperformed but became a cult classic.

Description: This film shares the theme of immature adults refusing to grow up, much like the protagonists in 'Wedding Crashers'. Both movies blend humor with a critique of adult responsibilities, featuring wild parties and comedic escapades.

Fact: Will Ferrell's character Frank 'The Tank' was originally a minor role but was expanded due to his performance. The film marked one of the first major roles for Vince Vaughn, who also stars in 'Wedding Crashers'. The toga party scene was filmed at UCLA, but the university later banned future filming due to the raucous behavior depicted.

Description: Both 'Anchorman' and 'Wedding Crashers' are ensemble comedies that rely on the chemistry between their leads and feature quotable, improvised dialogue. The films share a similar tone of absurd humor and satire of masculine stereotypes.

Fact: The script was originally over 150 pages long. The film's famous 'news team fight' scene was almost cut for budget reasons. Will Ferrell stayed in character as Ron Burgundy for the entire promotional tour.

Description: Both films blend comedy with romantic elements, exploring relationships and the challenges of adulthood. 'Knocked Up' shares 'Wedding Crashers'' mix of humor and heart, with a focus on personal growth.

Fact: Seth Rogen and Katherine Heigl improvised many of their scenes together. The film was shot in just 35 days. Judd Apatow based parts of the story on his own experiences with his wife, Leslie Mann.

Description: This film, like 'Wedding Crashers', combines romantic comedy elements with raunchy humor. Both explore themes of heartbreak and self-discovery, with a mix of emotional and comedic moments.

Fact: Jason Segel wrote the script based on his own breakup experiences. The full-frontal nude scene was Segel's idea to show vulnerability. The Dracula puppet musical was entirely Segel's creation.

Description: Both 'Superbad' and 'Wedding Crashers' explore themes of male friendship and the pursuit of romantic interests, albeit in different life stages. The humor in both films is rooted in awkward social interactions and the characters' attempts to navigate them.

Fact: The script was written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg when they were just 13 years old. Michael Cera and Jonah Hill improvised many of their lines. The film's original title was 'Never Been Laid'.

Description: This film, like 'Wedding Crashers', features Will Ferrell in a role that highlights immature adult behavior and the comedic potential of social awkwardness. Both films use exaggerated characters and situations to explore themes of maturity and relationships.

Fact: Many of the film's most memorable lines were improvised. The bunk beds used in the film were custom-made to be extra large. The film's director, Adam McKay, also worked with Ferrell on 'Anchorman'.

Description: Both 'Tropic Thunder' and 'Wedding Crashers' are ensemble comedies with a mix of satire and slapstick. They feature over-the-top characters and situations, with a focus on male camaraderie and humorous conflicts.

Fact: Robert Downey Jr. stayed in character as Kirk Lazarus throughout filming. Tom Cruise's performance as Les Grossman was initially uncredited. The film was banned in several countries for its portrayal of mental disability.

Description: Like 'Wedding Crashers', 'The Hangover' is a raucous comedy centered around male bonding and outrageous antics, often involving alcohol and social misadventures. Both films feature a group of friends navigating chaotic situations with humor and camaraderie.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident where a friend of the screenwriters went missing after a night of drinking. It became the highest-grossing R-rated comedy at the time of its release. The tiger in the film was a real, trained tiger named 'Mantecore'.

Description: While 'Bridesmaids' focuses on female friendships, it shares with 'Wedding Crashers' a blend of raunchy humor and heartfelt moments, set against the backdrop of wedding-related chaos. Both films balance comedy with emotional depth.

Fact: Melissa McCarthy's performance earned her an Oscar nomination, rare for a comedy. The food poisoning scene was inspired by a real-life incident involving the screenwriter. The film was initially marketed as 'The Hangover for women'.