There's something inherently funny about the juxtaposition of the mundane with the grand scale of skyscrapers. These towering structures, often symbols of ambition and power, provide a unique backdrop for comedy. Whether it's the chaos of a high-rise office, the absurdity of life in a luxury apartment, or the sheer panic of being stuck in an elevator, these films use the vertical expanse to tickle our funny bones. Here's a collection of 10 comedy films that take us to the top, where the laughs are as high as the buildings themselves.
The Apartment (1960)
Description: While not exclusively set in a skyscraper, much of the film takes place in an insurance company's high-rise, with comedic elements in the office dynamics.
Fact: It won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
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The Towering Inferno (1974)
Description: While not strictly a comedy, this disaster film has moments of dark humor, especially with the bumbling attempts to save the day in a burning skyscraper.
Fact: It was one of the first films to be released as a "blockbuster" and was nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning three.
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The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976)
Description: Inspector Clouseau's antics take him to a high-rise where he attempts to foil a villain's plan, with plenty of slapstick humor.
Fact: Peter Sellers improvised much of his dialogue, adding to the film's comedic charm.
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The In-Laws (1979)
Description: A dentist gets entangled in his future in-law's CIA activities, leading to a comedic chase through skyscrapers.
Fact: The film was remade in 2003 with Michael Douglas and Albert Brooks.
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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
Description: Walter Mitty, a day-dreamer, works in a skyscraper and embarks on a real-life adventure, providing plenty of comedic moments.
Fact: The film's director, Ben Stiller, also stars as Walter Mitty.
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Tower Heist (2011)
Description: A group of workers at a luxury New York City high-rise plot to rob their thieving boss, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.
Fact: The film was originally titled "Trump Heist," but the name was changed to avoid legal issues.
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The Tower (2012)
Description: A South Korean comedy-drama about life in a high-rise apartment complex, where residents face humorous and dramatic situations.
Fact: The film was a box office hit in South Korea, showcasing the country's growing film industry.
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The Other Guys (2010)
Description: Two mismatched NYPD detectives, working in a skyscraper, get involved in a case that leads to hilarious situations.
Fact: The film was partially inspired by real-life events involving the New York Police Department.
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The Intern (2015)
Description: An elderly intern brings a fresh perspective to a bustling e-commerce company in a skyscraper, leading to humorous generational clashes.
Fact: Robert De Niro's character was inspired by a real-life intern at Google.
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The High Life (1994)
Description: A British comedy about a group of friends who live in a high-rise and get into various comedic situations.
Fact: The film was shot in a real high-rise in London, giving it an authentic feel.
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