Fancy a bit of dark humour with your action? Here's a curated list of ten comedy films where the hitmen are as funny as they are deadly. These films blend the thrill of the chase with the hilarity of the characters' predicaments, offering a unique twist on the typical assassin narrative. Each film has been chosen for its ability to make you laugh while keeping you on the edge of your seat, and all are available with British dubbing for that authentic touch.
Grosse Pointe Blank (1997)
Description: A professional hitman returns to his high school reunion, where he confronts his past, his career, and his ex-girlfriend, all while dodging rival assassins.
Fact: The film's title is a play on words, referencing both the town of Grosse Pointe and the term "blank" as in a blank bullet.
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The Big Hit (1998)
Description: A hitman's life spirals out of control when a kidnapping job goes wrong, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and misunderstandings.
Fact: The film features a young Mark Wahlberg in one of his early comedic roles.
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Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
Description: A small-time crook is mistaken for an actor and ends up in Hollywood, where he teams up with a private eye, leading to a series of comedic and dangerous events.
Fact: The film's title is a reference to the James Bond film "Thunderball," which was marketed with the tagline "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang."
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In Bruges (2008)
Description: Two hitmen, Ray and Ken, are sent to Bruges, Belgium, to lay low after a job goes wrong. Their time in the picturesque city turns into a darkly comedic exploration of guilt, redemption, and the absurdity of their profession.
Fact: The film was shot entirely on location in Bruges, and Colin Farrell improvised much of his dialogue, adding to the film's naturalistic feel.
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The Guard (2011)
Description: An unorthodox Irish policeman teams up with an FBI agent to investigate a drug smuggling ring, leading to a clash of cultures and a lot of laughs.
Fact: The film was shot in the West of Ireland, showcasing the region's unique landscapes and humor.
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The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017)
Description: A top-notch bodyguard must protect a notorious hitman on his way to testify at the International Court of Justice. Their journey is filled with action, banter, and unexpected laughs.
Fact: The film was originally titled "The Hitman's Bodyguard: An Unlikely Friendship."
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Kill Me Three Times (2014)
Description: This dark comedy thriller follows a hitman as he navigates through a web of deceit, greed, and murder in a small Australian town, with each twist more absurd than the last.
Fact: The film's title refers to the multiple attempts to kill the same person.
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The Whole Nine Yards (2000)
Description: A struggling dentist finds out his new neighbor is a notorious hitman, leading to a series of comedic misadventures involving mobsters, hitmen, and a lot of confusion.
Fact: The phrase "the whole nine yards" is an American idiom meaning everything or all the way, which is reflected in the film's plot.
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The Matador (2005)
Description: A weary hitman meets a mild-mannered salesman in a hotel bar, leading to an unlikely friendship and a series of humorous and life-altering events.
Fact: Pierce Brosnan was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role as the hitman Julian Noble.
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The Ice Harvest (2005)
Description: On Christmas Eve, a mob lawyer and his partner steal a small fortune, but their escape plan turns into a comedy of errors as they try to leave town.
Fact: The film is based on a novel by Richard Russo, known for his darkly comedic storytelling.
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