Top 10 Comedy Films About Kings and Queens

Description: This beloved film blends romance, adventure, and comedy, with a princess, a farm boy, and a host of quirky characters. The humor is in the witty dialogue and the over-the-top scenarios.

Fact: The film has a cult following and is often quoted for its memorable lines.

Description: John Goodman stars as an American who becomes the King of England after the entire royal family is killed in an accident. The comedy comes from his fish-out-of-water experience in the royal court.

Fact: The film was inspired by the novel "Headlong" by Emlyn Williams.

Description: This film provides a comedic yet poignant look at King George III's descent into madness. The humor is dark and satirical, focusing on the absurdity of royal life and politics.

Fact: Nigel Hawthorne received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his portrayal of King George III.

Description: This film follows an ordinary American teenager who discovers she's the princess of a small European country. The comedy arises from her awkward transition into royalty, complete with etiquette lessons and royal duties.

Fact: Julie Andrews, who plays Queen Clarisse, was actually nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in this film.

Description: While primarily a drama, this film has moments of humor as King George VI struggles with his stammer and learns to speak publicly with the help of an unconventional speech therapist.

Fact: The film won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Description: Set on VE Day in 1945, this film follows Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret as they sneak out to celebrate. The comedy comes from their adventures in London, mingling with the common folk.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the true story of the princesses' escapade.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film has humorous moments as it follows a Spanish actress who becomes a star in Hollywood and returns to Spain to star in a film about Queen Isabella.

Fact: It's a sequel to the 1998 film "The Girl of Your Dreams."

Description: While not strictly about a king, this film features Michael Caine as a real-life criminal mastermind who orchestrates a heist on the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit. The comedic elements come from the bumbling nature of the elderly thieves.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Hatton Garden burglary in

Description: A modern-day take on the classic tale, where a Danish prince falls for an American student. The comedy arises from cultural clashes and the prince's attempts to live a normal life.

Fact: The film was followed by three direct-to-video sequels.

Description: A modern-day twist on "The Prince and the Pauper," where a duchess switches places with a commoner. The comedy is in the mistaken identity and the cultural differences.

Fact: Vanessa Hudgens plays both the duchess and the commoner.