9 Best Absurd Comedy Movies on Paramount+ Like ‘The Naked Gun’

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If you’ve ever found a ridiculous, over-the-top moment – like someone moonwalking on a baseball field while pretending to be an umpire – genuinely hilarious, then you’ll appreciate *The Naked Gun*. The 1988 film launched Leslie Nielsen’s Frank Drebin into comedy stardom, building on a beloved TV series. It’s famous for its quick, silly jokes and complete disregard for realism, creating a style of absurd comedy that remains incredibly influential even today, spawning two sequels.

By 2025, the *Naked Gun* series is back with a new film starring Liam Neeson as the son of the original’s detective Drebin. It’s a surprising move – Neeson is known for serious action roles – but the film’s over-the-top silliness works because the story is set in a world where people treat everything, even the most ridiculous things, with complete seriousness.

Now that the latest *Naked Gun* movie is available on Paramount+, both longtime fans and new viewers are revisiting the hilarious franchise. If you’ve enjoyed watching Lieutenant Drebin’s chaotic investigations, here’s a list of 10 other funny, slapstick comedies currently streaming on Paramount+ that offer a similar sense of humor.

‘Daddy’s Home 2’ (2017)

The holidays are usually a time for peace and kindness, but in *Daddy’s Home 2*, Christmas turns chaotic. Brad and Dusty, a stepdad and biological dad, have finally learned to co-parent without constant competition. However, just when things are going well, both of their fathers show up, and a series of holiday mishaps quickly spiral out of control.

Two Dads, Four Grandpas, Zero Chill

Okay, so I saw the sequel, and it really leans into the funny pairing from the first movie – Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg are hilarious together! Sean Anders directed it with a playful touch, letting everyone go all-out with the comedy. Ferrell is still doing those ridiculously funny physical bits, and Wahlberg’s character tries to be the straight man, but ends up in this crazy competition with his dad. Honestly, critics didn’t love it – it’s got a pretty low score on Rotten Tomatoes – but people clearly enjoyed it because it made a ton of money at the box office, over $180 million! It’s a fun watch if you’re looking for something lighthearted.

‘The Lost City’ (2022)

Loretta Sage is a romance novelist who prefers staying home to promoting her books. Despite wanting to avoid the spotlight, her publisher sends her on a publicity tour with Alan, the handsome cover model who goes by “Dash.” The trip takes an unexpected turn when Loretta is kidnapped by a wealthy and unusual man who thinks her latest novel holds the key to finding a hidden treasure. This forces Alan to venture into the jungle to rescue her.

Jungle Rom-Com With an Appealing Cast

“The Lost City” is a hilariously over-the-top adventure that feels like a mix of films like “Romancing the Stone,” “Tropic Thunder,” and even “Zoolander.” Directors Phil and Andy Nee allow Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum to play off each other’s comedic talents, and their chemistry is fantastic. The movie jumps quickly between sincere emotional moments and completely ridiculous physical comedy – one minute it’s dealing with loss, the next someone’s getting shot during meditation! It’s a perfect fit for fans of silly, fast-paced comedies like “The Naked Gun.”

‘Scout’s Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse’ (2015)

Christopher Landon’s 2015 comedy follows three teenage scouts – Ben, Carter, and Augie – who are about to age out of the troop. Their last night takes a wild turn when a secret party clashes with a sudden zombie outbreak. After a virus is accidentally released from a lab, the boys must rely on their scouting abilities to survive in a town filled with the undead.

Boy Scouts and Brain Eaters

This movie is a hilariously over-the-top blend of teen comedies and zombie horror, feeling like a chaotic mix of *Superbad* and *Shaun of the Dead*. Director Christopher Landon keeps the energy incredibly high and the humor wonderfully silly – think zombie cats, zombies bouncing on trampolines, a Britney Spears singalong with a zombie ex, and even zombie strippers! *Scout’s Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse* fully commits to its outrageous premise and doesn’t hold back.

‘Beavis and Butt-Head Do America’ (1996)

Mike Judge’s film, *Beavis and Butt-Head Do America*, starts with Beavis and Butt-Head discovering their TV is gone. This sets them off on a road trip across the country to find it—the only thing that could possibly get them off the couch! Their search takes a bizarre turn when they’re mistaken for hitmen and hired by a suspicious couple (voiced by Bruce Willis and Demi Moore) to complete a task in Las Vegas.

Road Movie Where Protagonists Never Learn

This hilarious movie follows two clueless guys as they blunder through famous places like the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon, causing trouble everywhere they go. A government agent is hot on their trail, convinced they’re dangerous terrorists. It’s a wildly silly and surprisingly insightful film, showing the director’s move from making short videos for MTV to a full-length movie. The animation is simple, and the humor is childish, but it’s clever and satirical. If you enjoyed *The Naked Gun* on Paramount+, this movie is a great follow-up – both films thrive on mistaken identity, dry humor, and pure chaos.

‘Step Brothers’ (2008)

The movie *Step Brothers* centers around Brennan Huff and Dale Doback, two grown men who still act like kids. When their single parents get married, they’re forced to become brothers and live together. Both are jobless and immature, leading to instant conflict over things like beds, drums, and bathroom time. However, they eventually connect through their shared dislike of adult responsibilities and a mutual passion for karaoke and velociraptors, becoming incredibly close.

Aggressively and Proudly Absurd

Adam McKay’s direction of *Step Brothers* is delightfully chaotic and relies heavily on improvisation, letting Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly fully embrace their comedic talents. The humor comes primarily from their natural chemistry. They play like overgrown toddlers – every argument, outburst, and professional failure highlights their childish behavior. Iconic scenes, like Dale burying Brennan, Brennan’s drum set antics, and the disastrous bunk bed building, continue to be endlessly quoted and shared online.

‘Tropic Thunder’ (2008)

A self-involved group of actors starts filming a realistic Vietnam War movie, but their director, fed up with their behavior, unexpectedly drops them into a real war zone. The cast, including Tugg Speedman (Ben Stiller), Jeff Portnoy (Jack Black), and Kirk Lazarus (Robert Downey Jr.), initially thinks everything is still part of the movie, even after their director is killed in a landmine explosion. Their illusion is shattered when they’re captured by a group producing heroin.

An Outrageous Hollywood Satire

Beyond its hilarious action, satire, and portrayal of Hollywood’s excesses, *Tropic Thunder* features a standout performance by Tom Cruise as a tough studio executive. Director Ben Stiller expertly parodies everything from films designed to win Oscars to the world of celebrity. The movie was both a commercial and critical success, praised for its daring humor and depth, making it a great choice following *The Naked Gun*, and it’s currently available to stream on Paramount+.

‘Jackass Forever’ (2022)

Twenty years after famously turning painful stunts into entertainment, the team behind Jackass is back. They’re a bit older and have more gray hair, but they’re still as daring as ever. Jackass Forever kicks off with a giant monster-themed scene—complete with lots of messy fluids—which signals that this movie is less about the stunts themselves and more about the fun the group has together.

Absurd Comedy That Doesn’t Need a Script

The original Jackass crew – Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, and Chris Pontius – are back with some new faces like Poopies and Rachel Wolfson for a film packed with outrageous dares. Expect everything from bee stings on the lips and human cannonballs to a scary bull encounter that leaves Knoxville with a concussion. *Jackass Forever* isn’t really a sequel; it feels more like a celebration of everything the group has accomplished. While the stunts are the main attraction, the movie also beautifully captures the real bond between the cast, making it surprisingly heartwarming and entertaining.

‘Zoolander’ (2001)

Next up is *Zoolander*, a hilarious Ben Stiller comedy. The movie centers on Derek Zoolander, a famous male model who loses his title to the more laid-back Hansel. This sends Derek into an identity crisis, and things get even stranger when a fashion designer named Mugatu recruits him for a secret mission: to assassinate the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Mugatu tries to brainwash Derek, but he joins forces with a journalist named Matilda and his rival, Hansel, to foil the plot and overcome his own cluelessness.

Brainwashes Its Way Through the World of High Fashion

Zoolander is a hilariously silly comedy that pokes fun at the fashion world. It’s full of clever humor and memorable performances by Owen Wilson, Will Ferrell, and Christine Taylor. The movie playfully uses common tropes to build a completely illogical world where the only goal is to make you laugh. And the actors commit to their roles so fully that it all works brilliantly.

‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy’ (2004)

The hilarious movie *Anchorman* takes place in 1970s San Diego. It centers around Ron Burgundy, a self-important news anchor, whose comfortable world is shaken up when Veronica Corningstone, a determined female journalist, joins his all-male news team. Ron and his colleagues react with insecurity and foolishness, causing conflicts, romantic mishaps, and even an epic street brawl with tridents and horses.

Turns Nonsense Into Brilliance

Adam McKay’s *Anchorman: The Legend of Roy Burgundy* thrives on its memorable characters. Ron Burgundy is hilariously insecure – even a simple misspelling of his name can throw him off – and Brick Tamland’s weather reports are wonderfully strange. The movie’s most over-the-top scene? A ridiculous news team fight that feels like a parody of *West Side Story*, complete with exploding grenades! Despite its absurdity, the film was a major success, earning over $90 million and leading to a sequel.

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2025-10-20 02:06