There's something uniquely entertaining about watching a group of mates getting into all sorts of trouble during a stag do. These films capture the essence of friendship, chaos, and the inevitable hangovers that come with such celebrations. Whether you're planning your own stag do or just looking for a good laugh, this collection of British comedies will tickle your funny bone and perhaps give you some ideas (or warnings) for your own adventures.

The Full Monty (1997)
Description: Although not about a stag do, it features a group of unemployed steelworkers who decide to form a male striptease act. The camaraderie and the humorous situations they find themselves in make it a fitting addition to this list.
Fact: The film's title is British slang for "the whole lot" or "everything," referring to the men's decision to go completely nude in their act.


Very Bad Things (1998)
Description: A dark comedy where a stag party in Las Vegas turns deadly. It's a cautionary tale of what can go wrong when things get out of hand, but with plenty of laughs along the way.
Fact: The film was initially given an NC-17 rating due to its graphic content, which was later toned down for an R rating.


The Best Man (1999)
Description: This film focuses on the chaos that ensues when the best man's novel, which is loosely based on his friends' lives, becomes a bestseller just before the wedding. It's more about the wedding than the stag do, but the themes of friendship and celebration are spot on.
Fact: The film was followed by a sequel, "The Best Man Holiday," released in


The Heartbreak Kid (2007)
Description: While primarily a romantic comedy, the film includes a disastrous stag do scene in Cabo San Lucas, showcasing the comedic potential of pre-wedding jitters and last-minute doubts.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1972 film of the same name, but with a different plot twist.


The Wedding Ringer (2015)
Description: While not strictly a stag do film, it's about hiring a best man for a wedding, which leads to a series of comedic events. It's a great addition for its theme of friendship and the lengths one will go to for a mate.
Fact: Kevin Hart improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's spontaneous humor.


The Hangover (2009)
Description: This film is the epitome of a stag do gone wrong. After a wild night in Las Vegas, the groomsmen wake up with no memory of the previous night, a missing groom, and a baby in the closet. It's a rollercoaster of hilarious misadventures that perfectly encapsulates the chaos of a stag do.
Fact: The film was so successful that it spawned two sequels. The tiger in the film was actually CGI, not a real animal.


The World's End (2013)
Description: While not a traditional stag do film, it involves a group of friends attempting to complete a pub crawl from their youth, which spirals into an apocalyptic adventure. It's a blend of sci-fi, comedy, and nostalgia for the good old days.
Fact: The film is the third in Edgar Wright's "Three Flavours Cornetto" trilogy, following "Shaun of the Dead" and "Hot Fuzz."


The Inbetweeners Movie (2011)
Description: Following the success of the TV series, this film takes the awkward, hormone-driven teenagers on a disastrous stag do in Malia, Greece. It's a cringe-comedy that resonates with anyone who's ever been on a lads' holiday.
Fact: The film was the highest-grossing British comedy of all time until it was surpassed by "The Inbetweeners


About Time (2013)
Description: This film isn't about a stag do, but it does feature a time-traveling groom who uses his ability to relive moments, including his stag do, to make everything perfect. It's a heartwarming and funny take on the importance of time with friends.
Fact: The film was directed by Richard Curtis, known for his romantic comedies like "Love Actually" and "Notting Hill."


The Stag (2013)
Description: An Irish comedy where a stag weekend in the wilderness turns into a survival adventure when the groom's future brother-in-law takes charge. It's a mix of awkward moments, bonding, and the classic stag do mishaps.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of the writer and director John Butler.
