Sky-High Laughs: 10 Plane Hijack Comedies to Watch

Description: This film is the granddaddy of all airplane comedies, where the plot involves a former fighter pilot having to land a commercial airliner after the crew falls ill. It's a non-stop barrage of puns, sight gags, and spoofery that has made it a cult classic.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Flying High!" in Australia and New Zealand. It was also the first film to use a "laugh track" in certain scenes to enhance the comedic effect.

Description: Following the success of "Airplane!", this sequel takes the crew to the moon, but not before a series of comedic hijinks and another emergency landing scenario.

Fact: The film was directed by Ken Finkleman, who also wrote the screenplay, unlike the original which was directed by the Zucker brothers.

Description: A parody of "Top Gun" and other action films, "Hot Shots!" includes a sequence where the hero must land a plane after the pilot is incapacitated, all while maintaining the film's signature absurd humour.

Fact: Charlie Sheen was originally offered the role of Topper Harley but turned it down, leading to the casting of Cary Elwes.

Description: While not entirely about a plane hijack, this sequel features a scene where the protagonist, Frank Drebin, must prevent a hijacking, leading to some of the film's most memorable gags.

Fact: The film was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. It also features a cameo by Weird Al Yankovic.

Description: While primarily a family comedy, it includes a scene where the protagonist inadvertently causes chaos on a plane, leading to a humorous take on security and hijacking.

Fact: The film was based on a short film by Greg Glienna and Mary Ruth Clarke titled "Meet the Parents."

Description: While not a traditional hijack comedy, this film involves a man stuck in an airport due to a political coup in his home country, leading to humorous situations and a unique take on airport life.

Fact: The film was inspired by the true story of Mehran Karimi Nasseri, who lived in Charles de Gaulle Airport for 18 years.

Description: While more of a thriller, the film's premise of a plane filled with snakes, leading to chaos and comedic moments, makes it a unique entry in the genre.

Fact: The film's title became an internet meme before its release, significantly boosting its popularity.

Description: This road trip comedy features a scene where the characters are mistaken for terrorists on a plane, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1987 comedy "Planes, Trains and Automobiles."

Description: In this final installment, the characters find themselves in a situation involving a plane, leading to some comedic hijinks, though not a traditional hijack scenario.

Fact: This was the first film in the series not to be directed by Todd Phillips, who instead served as a producer.

Description: Although not exclusively about a plane hijack, the film features a comedic sequence where characters attempt to hijack a plane to reach their destination faster, leading to hilarious chaos.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1963 comedy "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World."