Best Comedy Thriller

The Thin Man portrays Nick and Nora Charles, a retired detective and his wealthy wife, as they navigate a murder investigation while indulging in frequent drinking and witty conversation. The film features William Powell and Myrna Loy as the couple, alongside their dog Asta. It is based on a novel b...

The Navigator is a 1924 comedy directed by and starring Buster Keaton. Co-written by Clyde Bruckman and with Donald Crisp as a co-director, the film received preservation status from the Library of Congress in 2018 due to its cultural and historical importance. It was recognized for its significance...

Charade is a 1963 American romantic comedy thriller starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. The film’s intricate plot involves mistaken identity and a staged kidnapping, blending suspense with charming humor. It appeals to viewers interested in classic Hollywood mysteries and the dynamic performance...

After the Thin Man is a 1936 comedy mystery film continuing the adventures of Nick and Nora Charles, characters originally created by Dashiell Hammett. William Powell and Myrna Loy star alongside James Stewart and other cast members in this sequel to *The Thin Man*. The film expands upon the establi...

Game Night centers on a group of friends whose casual game night devolves into a dangerous investigation following the abduction of one member. The film features Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams alongside an ensemble cast navigating a complex real-life mystery. Supporting actors include Billy Magnus...

Tucker & Dale vs. Evil is a 2010 comedy horror film centered on two individuals perceived as murderers by a group of college students. The narrative involves a misunderstanding leading to escalating violence, with the hillbillies being wrongly implicated in a series of deaths. It had its premiere at...

Hopscotch is a 1980 American comedy-thriller film based on Brian Garfield’s novel. Walter Matthau stars as a disillusioned CIA operative tasked with protecting a British diplomat in postwar Berlin. The movie explores themes of espionage and personal morality within the Cold War era. It's notable for...

Alfred Hitchcock’s 1976 thriller Family Plot centers on the Baxter family’s entanglement with a dangerous crime ring. Karen Black and Bruce Dern star in this film, notable for being Hitchcock’s last directorial effort. The story unfolds as the family becomes increasingly involved in a complex scheme...

The Ladykillers is a 2004 American comedy-crime film directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. It reimagines the classic British story about a group of criminals who rent rooms in a boarding house inhabited by elderly women. The film’s dark humor and unexpected plot twists make it notable for its unique blen...

Clue is a 1985 American comedy-thriller film based on the board game Cluedo. It follows six guests at a lavish estate who become involved in solving a murder. The movie’s clever structure and multiple interwoven storylines offer a unique mystery experience. Primarily enjoyed by fans of classic detec...

The Trouble with Harry is a 1955 black comedy film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, adapted from Jack Trevor Story’s 1949 novel. Featuring an ensemble cast including Edmund Gwenn and John Forsythe, the story was initially released in September 1955 and subsequently re-released in 1984. Universal Pictur...

Another Thin Man is a 1939 comedy mystery film featuring William Powell and Myrna Loy as Nick and Nora Charles. The story introduces their son, Nickie Jr., and expands upon the established cast including Asta and Virginia Grey. It adapts Dashiell Hammett’s “The Farewell Murder” as the third installm...

Cul-de-sac is a 1966 psychological thriller directed by Roman Polanski. The film centers on two wounded criminals seeking shelter with a young British couple residing in an isolated castle in northern England. Their arrival initiates a sequence of conflicts and mental manipulation involving several...

Lucky Number Slevin is a 2006 crime thriller directed by Paul McGuigan and starring Josh Hartnett, Lucy Liu, and Bruce Willis. The film was released initially in the UK on April 7th, 2006, followed by a US release on February 24th, 2006, through MGM Distribution Co. It features an ensemble cast incl...

The Big Restaurant is a 1966 French comedy thriller directed by Jacques Besnard. Starring Louis de Funès and Bernard Blier, the film was written by Jean Halain and Louis de Funès. It has been released under multiple titles internationally, including “The Restaurant” and “What’s Cooking in Paris”.

Sneakers is a 1992 comedy centered around a team of security experts, led by Robert Redford, who are commissioned to retrieve a data storage device. The group’s involvement quickly exposes them to a complex conspiracy with significant implications. The film features an ensemble cast including Dan Ay...

Serial Mom is a 1994 dark comedy film exploring themes of suburban anger and distorted justice. Kathleen Turner portrays a housewife who escalates her reactions to everyday frustrations with increasingly violent behavior. The film’s satirical look at family dynamics and crime makes it relevant for v...

Grosse Pointe Blank is a 1997 dark comedy about an assassin who travels to his hometown for a high school reunion. He intends to carry out a prior assignment while confronting unresolved issues related to a former relationship. The film features John Cusack alongside Minnie Driver and Dan Aykroyd.

The Wrong Mans is a 2013 British comedy-thriller television series co-created by James Corden and Mathew Baynton, notable for its clever slapstick.

Arabesque is a 1966 American comedy-thriller film directed by Stanley Donen. The story follows a seemingly ordinary man who becomes embroiled in a dangerous spy plot reminiscent of Hitchcock’s suspense style. Notably, it represents Donen's last work in the genre. It appeals to viewers interested in...

Shadows and Fog is a 1991 comedy film directed by Woody Allen, adapted from his play *Death*. The production utilized a large set at Kaufman Astoria Studios and featured an ensemble cast including Mia Farrow, John Malkovich, and Madonna. It marked Woody Allen’s final film released through Orion Pict...

Fantômas, released in 1964, depicts the comical pursuit of archvillain Fantômas by Commissaire Paul Juve and journalist Fandor. The film marks the beginning of a trilogy that achieved significant international success across Europe, Asia, and North America. Juve’s comedic portrayal diverges from his...

American Ultra follows a man’s life unraveling after uncovering his involvement in a clandestine operation linked to the U.S. government. The film centers on a former operative, now living a seemingly ordinary existence, who becomes embroiled in dangerous circumstances. Jesse Eisenberg and Kristen S...

The Murderer Lives at Number 21 is a 1942 French film directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot. The story centers on Detective Wens’ pursuit of the elusive Monsieur Durand, who leaves clues throughout Paris. Wens investigates Durand's movements, leading him to a boarding house where he seeks to apprehend t...

Subway is a 1985 French neo-noir thriller directed by Luc Besson. Starring Isabelle Adjani and Christopher Lambert, it’s notable for its visually striking *cinéma du look* style and dark exploration of crime within the Parisian underground. The film appeals to viewers interested in suspenseful stori...

Fantômas contre Scotland Yard concludes a trilogy featuring Jean Marais as the villain and Louis de Funès as Commissaire Juve. Beginning in 1964, these films were created as a response to James Bond’s popularity, achieving international commercial success across Europe, the USSR, the United States,...

Fantômas se déchaîne (1965) features Jean Marais as the villain Fantômas alongside Louis de Funès as Commissaire Juve, marking the second installment of the successful Fantômas trilogy. The film emerged as a French response to James Bond’s popularity and achieved distribution across Europe, the Sovi...

The Cable Guy is a 1996 black comedy film starring Jim Carrey as a cable installer who becomes overly involved in the life of his customer. Featuring supporting performances by Leslie Mann and George Segal, the movie was produced by Sony Pictures Releasing and grossed $102.8 million at the box offic...

Kindergarten Cop is a 1990 film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger as Detective John Kimble, an LAPD officer who assumes the role of a kindergarten teacher in Oregon. His mission involves investigating the whereabouts of a drug dealer’s family members, requiring him to infiltrate a local school environm...