Gearing up for a movie night and scratching your head for the perfect laugh riot? Look no further! We've compiled the ultimate list of the top 100 Hollywood comedy movies that are guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, get ready for a rollercoaster of chuckles, giggles, and outright belly laughs. This isn't just a list; it's your go-to guide for comedic gold.

Why This List Rocks

• Variety is the Spice of Life: We've got everything from slapstick to satire, rom-coms to dark comedies. No matter your taste, there's something here for you.
• Timeless Appeal: These movies have stood the test of time, remaining funny and relevant even after decades.
• Critically Acclaimed: Many of these films aren't just funny; they're also well-made, with great writing, acting, and directing.
• Pure Entertainment: Above all, these movies are designed to entertain. Get ready to escape reality and dive into a world of laughter.

The Top 100: Your Comedy Movie Bucket List

(Note: The list isn't ranked in any specific order, because let's face it, humor is subjective!)

1. "Some Like It Hot" (1959): A classic cross-dressing comedy with Marilyn Monroe. Need we say more?
2. "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb" (1964): A darkly satirical masterpiece from Stanley Kubrick.
3. "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" (1975): Nonsensical, hilarious, and endlessly quotable. Run away!
4. "Annie Hall" (1977): Woody Allen at his finest, a neurotic and hilarious exploration of love and relationships.
5. "The Jerk" (1979): Steve Martin's wild and absurd comedy that launched him into superstardom.
6. "Airplane!" (1980): A parody that set the standard for all comedies to come. Surely, you can't be serious?
7. "This Is Spinal Tap" (1984): The definitive mockumentary about a fictional heavy metal band.
8. "Back to the Future" (1985): A perfect blend of comedy, adventure, and sci-fi. Great Scott!
9. "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" (1986): The ultimate high school comedy about playing hooky.
10. "The Princess Bride" (1987): A fairy tale with adventure, romance, and plenty of laughs. As you wish!
11. "Coming to America" (1988): Eddie Murphy at his comedic peak as an African prince in Queens.
12. "A Fish Called Wanda" (1988): A heist gone wrong, with a stellar cast including John Cleese and Jamie Lee Curtis.
13. "When Harry Met Sally..." (1989): Can men and women ever be just friends? This classic rom-com explores that question with wit and charm.
14. "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" (1989): The most relatable (and hilarious) Christmas movie ever.
15. "Home Alone" (1990): A Christmas classic about a kid who defends his home from burglars.
16. "Wayne's World" (1992): Excellent! A hilarious adaptation of the SNL skit.
17. "Groundhog Day" (1993): A cynical weatherman is forced to relive the same day over and over again.
18. "Mrs. Doubtfire" (1993): Robin Williams at his improvisational best as a dad disguised as a nanny.
19. "Dumb and Dumber" (1994): Slapstick comedy at its finest, starring Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels.
20. "Pulp Fiction" (1994): Quentin Tarantino's masterpiece is also surprisingly funny.
21. "Clueless" (1995): A modern adaptation of Jane Austen's "Emma" set in Beverly Hills.
22. "Toy Story" (1995): A groundbreaking animated film that's funny for kids and adults alike.
23. "Happy Gilmore" (1996): Adam Sandler's hockey-player-turned-golfer is a comedic gem.
24. "Fargo" (1996): A darkly comedic crime thriller from the Coen brothers.
25. "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" (1997): Yeah, baby! A spoof of James Bond films.
26. "The Big Lebowski" (1998): The Dude abides in this cult classic from the Coen brothers.
27. "There's Something About Mary" (1998): A gross-out comedy that's also surprisingly sweet.
28. "Office Space" (1999): A cult classic that perfectly captures the frustration of office life.
29. "American Pie" (1999): A raunchy comedy about a group of friends trying to lose their virginity.
30. "Bowfinger" (1999): Steve Martin writes and stars in this hilarious satire of Hollywood.
31. "Best in Show" (2000): A mockumentary about the eccentric world of dog shows.
32. "Meet the Parents" (2000): A nervous groom tries to impress his future father-in-law.
33. "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" (2000): A comedic take on Homer's "Odyssey" set in the American South.
34. "Zoolander" (2001): Ben Stiller stars and directs this hilarious satire of the fashion world.
35. "The Royal Tenenbaums" (2001): A quirky and stylish comedy from Wes Anderson.
36. "Wet Hot American Summer" (2001): A cult classic that spoofs summer camp movies.
37. "Shaun of the Dead" (2004): A zombie comedy that's both scary and hilarious.
38. "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" (2004): Stay classy! Will Ferrell at his absurd best.
39. "Mean Girls" (2004): A sharp and witty comedy about high school cliques.
40. "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story" (2004): A silly and over-the-top sports comedy.
41. "Napoleon Dynamite" (2004): A cult classic about a socially awkward teenager.
42. "Wedding Crashers" (2005): Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn crash weddings in this raunchy comedy.
43. "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" (2005): Steve Carell stars in this sweet and funny comedy.
44. "Little Miss Sunshine" (2006): A dysfunctional family road trip that's both heartwarming and hilarious.
45. "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby" (2006): Will Ferrell stars as a NASCAR driver in this over-the-top comedy.
46. "Superbad" (2007): A raunchy and relatable comedy about two high school seniors trying to score alcohol for a party.
47. "Knocked Up" (2007): A one-night stand leads to an unexpected pregnancy in this sweet and funny comedy.
48. "Hot Fuzz" (2007): A parody of action movies set in a sleepy English village.
49. "Juno" (2007): A pregnant teenager decides to give her baby up for adoption in this quirky and heartwarming comedy.
50. "Tropic Thunder" (2008): A satirical comedy about a group of actors making a war movie.
51. "Pineapple Express" (2008): A stoner comedy starring Seth Rogen and James Franco.
52. "The Hangover" (2009): Four friends wake up in Las Vegas after a wild bachelor party with no memory of the night before.
53. "Zombieland" (2009): A zombie comedy with a quirky cast of characters.
54. "Bridesmaids" (2011): A raunchy and hilarious comedy about a group of women preparing for a wedding.
55. "21 Jump Street" (2012): Undercover cops go back to high school in this action-comedy reboot.
56. "Ted" (2012): A man's childhood teddy bear comes to life in this raunchy comedy.
57. "This Is the End" (2013): Celebrities play exaggerated versions of themselves in this apocalyptic comedy.
58. "The Wolf of Wall Street" (2013): Martin Scorsese's darkly comedic take on Wall Street excess.
59. "22 Jump Street" (2014): More undercover cop shenanigans in this hilarious sequel.
60. "The Grand Budapest Hotel" (2014): Wes Anderson's visually stunning and quirky comedy.
61. "Neighbors" (2014): A young couple faces off against a fraternity in this raunchy comedy.
62. "Paddington" (2014): A charming and heartwarming family comedy about a bear from Peru.
63. "Spy" (2015): Melissa McCarthy stars as a CIA analyst who becomes a field agent in this action-comedy.
64. "Trainwreck" (2015): Amy Schumer writes and stars in this semi-autobiographical comedy about a woman who avoids commitment.
65. "The Big Short" (2015): A comedic take on the 2008 financial crisis.
66. "Deadpool" (2016): A meta and violent superhero comedy.
67. "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping" (2016): A mockumentary about a pop star whose second album flops.
68. "Sausage Party" (2016): An adult animated comedy about anthropomorphic food.
69. "Game Night" (2018): A game night goes horribly wrong in this darkly comedic thriller.
70. "Booksmart" (2019): Two high school seniors try to cram four years of partying into one night.
71. "Knives Out" (2019): A clever and witty whodunit with a star-studded cast.
72. "Parasite" (2019): Bong Joon-ho's Oscar-winning film is also surprisingly funny.
73. "The Gentlemen" (2019): Guy Ritchie returns to his crime comedy roots.
74. "Palm Springs" (2020): A time loop comedy with a romantic twist.
75. "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" (2020): Sacha Baron Cohen returns as Borat in this controversial and hilarious sequel.
76. "Free Guy" (2021): Ryan Reynolds stars as an NPC in a video game who becomes self-aware.
77. "The Suicide Squad" (2021): James Gunn's violent and comedic take on the DC Comics team.
78. "Don't Look Up" (2021): A satirical comedy about the end of the world.
79. "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent" (2022): Nicolas Cage plays a fictionalized version of himself in this meta comedy.
80. "Everything Everywhere All at Once" (2022): A mind-bending and heartfelt comedy about a woman who can access multiple universes.
81. "Triangle of Sadness" (2022): A darkly comedic satire of the super-rich.
82. "Caddyshack" (1980): A raucous comedy set at a country club, filled with slapstick and memorable characters.
83. "Trading Places" (1983): Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd switch lives in this classic comedy about social class and greed.
84. "Ghostbusters" (1984): Who ya gonna call? A perfect blend of comedy, sci-fi, and horror.
85. "Spaceballs" (1987): Mel Brooks spoofs the Star Wars franchise in this hilarious and quotable film.
86. "Raising Arizona" (1987): A quirky and offbeat comedy from the Coen brothers about a childless couple who kidnap a baby.
87. "My Cousin Vinny" (1992): A New York lawyer travels to Alabama to defend his wrongfully accused cousin.
88. "Four Weddings and a Funeral" (1994): A charming and witty British rom-com.
89. "Rushmore" (1998): Wes Anderson's breakthrough film about an eccentric teenager who falls for his teacher.
90. "Election" (1999): A darkly comedic satire of high school politics.
91. "Bringing Up Baby" (1938): A screwball comedy classic starring Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn.
92. "His Girl Friday" (1940): A fast-paced and witty comedy about a newspaper editor trying to win back his ex-wife.
93. "The Philadelphia Story" (1940): A socialite's wedding plans are complicated by her ex-husband and a reporter in this classic comedy.
94. "Arsenic and Old Lace" (1944): A dark comedy about two charming old ladies who poison their lonely male guests.
95. "Kind Hearts and Coronets" (1949): A British black comedy in which a man murders the eight relatives who stand between him and a dukeship.
96. "The Ladykillers" (1955): A gang of criminals rents rooms in an old lady's house and plots to rob a bank.
97. "A Hard Day's Night" (1964): A comedic and energetic look at a day in the life of The Beatles.
98. "What's Up, Doc?" (1972): A screwball comedy starring Barbra Streisand and Ryan O'Neal.
99. "Blazing Saddles" (1974): Mel Brooks spoofs the Western genre in this outrageous and hilarious film.
100. "Clerks" (1994): Kevin Smith's low-budget comedy about a day in the life of two convenience store clerks.

Honorable Mentions

Because narrowing down the best comedies to just 100 is a Herculean task, here are a few honorable mentions that deserve a spot on your watchlist:

• "Ghost World" (2001)
• "Sideways" (2004)
• "In Bruges" (2008)
• "Hunt for the Wilderpeople" (2016)
• "Paddington 2" (2017)

How to Choose Your Next Comedy Movie

Okay, guys, so you've got this massive list. Where do you even start? Here’s a simple guide to help you navigate the comedy cosmos:

• Know Thyself (and Your Audience): Are you in the mood for something silly and slapstick? Or are you leaning towards smart, satirical humor? Consider who you're watching with, too. Grandma might not appreciate the raunchiness of "American Pie," and your teenage nephew might find "Some Like It Hot" a bit, well, old.
• Genre-Bend Your Way to Happiness: Don't be afraid to mix genres. Sometimes the best comedies are the ones that sneak up on you in a sci-fi flick ("Back to the Future"), a superhero movie ("Deadpool"), or even a horror film ("Shaun of the Dead").
• Director's Cut: If you vibe with a particular director's style, dive into their filmography. Whether it’s the quirky genius of Wes Anderson, the outrageous humor of Mel Brooks, or the dark satire of Stanley Kubrick, finding a director whose comedic sensibilities align with yours is like discovering a comedy goldmine.
• Read Reviews (But Take Them with a Grain of Salt): Critics can offer valuable insights, but remember, humor is subjective. What one person finds hilarious, another might find meh. Use reviews as a guide, but trust your gut (and your funny bone).
• Don't Overthink It: Sometimes the best way to choose a comedy is to just pick one and go for it. You might discover a new favorite, or you might realize it's not your cup of tea. Either way, you're one movie closer to becoming a comedy connoisseur.

The End… or Is It?

So there you have it – the top 100 Hollywood comedy movies (and then some!). Now, grab some popcorn, gather your friends (or don't – solo comedy nights are totally valid), and get ready to laugh your socks off. The world needs a little more laughter, and these movies are just the ticket. And hey, if you think we missed any absolute gems, let us know in the comments! Happy watching, folks!