Looking for a clean family comedy to make you laugh? Try one of our favorites. These movies are all rated G or PG so most are great picks for the whole family. Bring on the popcorn!
We suppose there are people who don’t like the Muppets, but we can’t understand why. The latest two movies are fantastic. The Muppets reunites Kermit and his pals as they try to take back their old theater. Muppets Most Wanted takes our furry friends on a world tour where they find themselves wrapped up in a jewel-heist. The music is super fun, and the writing is terrific. Very quotable. The cameos just keep coming and coming. These movies are great for every age.
Bill Murray is perfectly cast in The Man Who Knew Too Little about a guy who thinks he’s an actor in a “Theater of Life” role playing event. When he accidently receives a call from a real villain, he jumps right into his role as the hit man. He is completely unaware that everything going on is real. It’s laugh-out-loud funny.
The North Avenue Irregulars is Grandma’s favorite movie and will always be one of ours too. A bunch of church ladies join undercover cops to take down a gambling ring in their town. We promise you won’t be disappointed in this classic Disney movie. So funny!
Also one of our favorite books, Matilda is Roald Dahl’s story of a neglected little girl who also happens to be a genius. It’s a whimsical tale of a good heart finding her place in a sticky world. Danny Devito and Rhea Perlman are hilarious as Matilda’s no-good parents.
That Thing You Do is definitely at the top of our list of favorite comedies. It’s about a small-town band who rises to stardom. It’s a great story with lots of fun music and a really talented cast.
What’s Up Doc is a 1970’s screwball comedy. The accidental mix-up of four identical plaid overnight bags leads to a series of crazy situations. It’s a classic!
A little town in Mexico is being tormented by the evil bandit, El Guapo. They search for heroes to help them. The Three Amigos, silent movie actors, are accidentally recruited and must play their parts for real. Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short are so funny. This film is full of laughs—just delightful!
Every kid has dreams of what he will be as an adult. The Kid follows a 40-year-old man who mysteriously meets his 8-year-old self. Spencer Breslin is the kid and he’s really great. We like how the two characters help each other and learn to appreciate each other. It’s a fun one.
Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure is a silly time-capsule comedy for older tweens and teens. Our boys think it’s so funny. You’ll also learn a tiny bit about some important historical figures- but only a tiny bit.
Another great Bill Murray comedy, Groundhog Day is about a TV weatherman covering the annual Groundhog Day festivities in Punxsutawney, PA. He becomes trapped in a time loop making him relive the day over and over. There are a few dark parts in the middle where he attempts to take his own life, but the overall feel is positive as the main character evolves into a really good guy.
Little Rascals (1994) is a cute comedy about kids getting into all kinds of trouble. It’s true to the original Little Rascals series from bygone days. The group of neighborhood boys create their “He-Man Woman Haters Club”. When one of the boys tries to woo a girl, the club members try to sabotage his crush. Our little kids especially love this movie and quote it often.
Do you have any dog lovers at your house? Hotel for Dogs is a movie about kids who create a rescue dog paradise in an abandoned hotel. The dog accommodations are very imaginative. It’s adorable.
The princess in this movie is super awkward and likable. It’s a fun take on the commoner-turned-royal storyline. Hasn’t every kid dreamed about how they would react if they were suddenly famous? We think The Princess Diaries is pretty funny.
Adam Sandler stars in Bedtime Stories, a creative fantasy comedy with lots of funny scenes. While Uncle Skeeter babysits his niece and nephew, he tells them bedtime stories that miraculously come true the next day. The stories are very imaginative with wild west tales, medieval and futuristic battles, and raining gumballs. Lots of fun!