There's something uniquely hilarious about the chaos that can ensue around wedding dresses. Whether it's the mad dash to find the perfect gown or the comedic mishaps that occur once it's on, these films capture the lighter side of matrimonial madness. This curated list of ten comedies will tickle your funny bone with tales of wedding dresses gone awry, offering both laughter and a touch of romance. Perfect for anyone who loves a good laugh or is in the midst of wedding planning!
Father of the Bride (1991)
Description: This classic comedy features Steve Martin's character dealing with the chaos of wedding planning, including a memorable scene where his daughter tries on wedding dresses.
Fact: The film was a remake of the 1950 film of the same name, which starred Spencer Tracy.
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The Wedding Planner (2001)
Description: Jennifer Lopez stars as a wedding planner who finds herself in a series of comedic situations, including a dress disaster when her own wedding plans go awry.
Fact: The film was one of the first to showcase Lopez's acting career and helped solidify her status as a romantic comedy star.
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My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
Description: While not solely about wedding dresses, the film includes a memorable scene where the bride's family tries to find her a dress, leading to humorous cultural clashes and misunderstandings.
Fact: The film was made on a budget of just $5 million but grossed over $368 million worldwide.
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The Wedding Date (2005)
Description: The film includes a humorous subplot where the protagonist hires a male escort to pose as her boyfriend, leading to a comedic wedding dress shopping experience.
Fact: The film is based on the novel "Asking for Trouble" by Elizabeth Young.
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Wedding Crashers (2005)
Description: While not centered on wedding dresses, the film features a scene where the protagonists crash a wedding and end up in a dress-related debacle.
Fact: The film was a box office hit, grossing over $285 million worldwide.
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Made of Honour (2008)
Description: Patrick Dempsey's character finds himself in a wedding dress when he becomes the maid of honor for his best friend's wedding, leading to some very funny moments.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of the writer's friend who was a male maid of honor.
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Bride Wars (2009)
Description: Two lifelong friends find themselves in a comedic battle over their dream wedding dates, leading to a series of hilarious dress-related incidents as they try to outdo each other.
Fact: The film was originally titled "The Wedding Wars" and was inspired by a real-life story of two friends competing for the same wedding date.
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27 Dresses (2008)
Description: This film is a quintessential wedding dress comedy, featuring a woman who has been a bridesmaid 27 times, each time with a different dress. The story revolves around her quest for her own perfect dress and the comedic chaos that follows.
Fact: Katherine Heigl wore 27 different dresses in the film, and one of the dresses was made from recycled materials.
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The Proposal (2009)
Description: Sandra Bullock's character, in an attempt to avoid deportation, fakes an engagement, leading to a series of funny moments, including a wedding dress shopping scene.
Fact: The film was shot in part in Alaska, where the characters are supposed to be from.
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The Five-Year Engagement (2012)
Description: This film includes a comedic subplot where the bride-to-be struggles with wedding dress choices, highlighting the stress and humor of wedding planning.
Fact: The film was co-written by Jason Segel, who also stars in it, and was directed by Nicholas Stoller.
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