Comedy is a genre that has produced several iconic films throughout the years. Many times, comedic stories are adapted from international films, as well as stage plays. Creating a remake of a film is never an easy task. It has to live up to the original work, and there are always high expectations. Furthermore, good comedy film is nothing without the right cast. It takes chemistry, timing, and charisma among the cast to create an effective film. Many times, perCBR, films are remade more than once. Recently, anew HBO remakeofFather of the Bridewas released, proving the effectiveness of the story.
Comedy has evolved a lot throughout the years. Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton were the original masters of comedy in the early days of cinema, and their work still holds up today. Now, we see severalstand-up comedians transition to filmwork and bring their personas to the big screen. There are comedic stories that are so popular, fans want to see the movie remade. Most times, the story has to be revamped to match the current times. It can sometimes go very wrong, but many times, the filmmakers knock it out of the park. Let’s look at the best comedic remakes of all time, ranked.
6Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
There were a lot of expectations when it was announced that there would be a remake of the beloved filmJumanji. Luckily,Jumanji: Welcome to the Junglepaid off. The cast,including Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, and Karen Gillan, all hit their marks. The film came with an original and modern story, and it also stayed true to the original film in many ways. It is filled with thrills and laughs from beginning to end.Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungleis ultimately a great example of how to remake a comedy classic.
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5Fever Pitch
Fever Pitchwas directed by the Farrelly brothers and remade from the British 1997 film, following a relationship involving a man obsessed with sports. Jimmy Fallon takes the leading role opposite Drew Barrymore, and their chemistry was top-notch. At the same time,Fever Pitchis a love letter to Boston and the Red Sox. It is a great romantic comedy that is filled with heart and several tender moments. The Farrelly brothers proved, once again, their capabilities of telling entertaining and comedic stories.
4Father of the Bride (1991)
Father of the Brideis a classic story remade from the 1950 film. It follows George Banks (Steve Martin) and his journey throughout the complications of his daughter’s wedding. Diane Keaton plays his wife, and the two were fantastic together. Martin proved, once again, his comedic talents, and the film is filled with heart. At the same time, it will have you laughing from beginning to end, and it features an unforgettable supporting performance from Martin Short.Father of the Bridewent on to have a sequel that held up to the original.
3Ocean’s Eleven
Remaking a classic film likeOcean’s 11was no easy task, but Steven Soderbergh absolutely pulled it off. The all-star cast includes George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and more. The script was fantastic and all the actors hit their marks. The film has style, great editing, and fantastic cinematography. As far as casting an ensemble goes,Ocean’s Elevenis a great example of how to do it right. It is a classic heist film with interesting characters, cool gadgets, and plenty of twists and turns.
221 Jump Street
21 Jump Streetwas a remake of a classic television series following police officers who go undercover as high school students. Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum take the leading roles in the remake, and they absolutely delivered the goods. It is a hilarious story that comes with fantastic editing and great supporting performances. At the same time, there are also some great action scenes. The film had a successful sequel,22 Jump Street, following the character’s going undercover at college. While there early talks of a threequel,23 Jump Street, neither Channing nor Hill, perCinema Blend, have real expectations of it being produced.
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1The Birdcage
The Birdcagewas a remake of the 1978 filmLa Cage aux Folles. Robin Willams and Nathan Lane play a couple who own a Florida nightclub and their chemistry was absolutely fantastic. We watch as they attempt to pass off as conservatives to impress their son’s future mother- and father-in-law. There is so much to love about the film, and there are also several endearing moments between the characters. Lane steals the show and will have you laughing from beginning to end. It is the type of film that can be watched over and over again.
