Movies Like Jack and the Beanstalk: The ITV Pantomime
If you liked Jack and the Beanstalk: The ITV Pantomime (1998), a comedy movie directed by John Henderson, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.
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It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002)
★ 6/10Also comedyThe owner of a bank (Miss Bitterman) wants to own the Muppet Theatre so she can build a nightclub over it. After she tricks Pepe into giving her the only copy of the contract between her father and the Muppets, she…
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Space Jam (1996)
★ 6.8/10Also comedyWith their freedom on the line, the Looney Tunes seek the help of NBA superstar Michael Jordan to win a basketball game against a team of moronic aliens.
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A Flintstones Christmas Carol (1994)
★ 6.8/10Also comedyFred is cast as Ebenezer Scrooge in a stage adaption of the classic Christmas story, but is acting a bit stingy in real life.
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The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear (1991)
★ 6.8/10Also comedyBumbling lieutenant Frank Drebin is out to foil the big boys in the energy industry, who intend to suppress technology that will put them out of business.
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The Onion Movie (2008)
★ 6.1/10Also comedyVenerable newscaster Norm Archer reports the latest news in politics, health, culture and entertainment - such as an automotive recall of decapitation-inducing "Neckbelts" and a study finding that "depression hits…
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Amazon Women on the Moon (1987)
★ 5.9/10Also comedyCentered on a television station which features a 1950s-style sci-fi movie interspersed with a series of wild commercials, wacky shorts and weird specials, this lampoon of contemporary life and pop culture skewers some…
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Thunderstruck (2012)
★ 6.2/10Also comedyAfter NBA star Kevin Durant switches talent with 16 year old Brian, the teenager becomes the star of his high school team, but Durant starts struggling and eventually learns an important lesson.
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How to Irritate People (1969)
★ 6.6/10Also comedyA pre-Monty Python mockumentary, written by and presented by John Cleese, that provides tips on learning how to irritate people.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2022)
★ 6.8/10Also comedyAs a new school year begins, Greg is subject to relentless teasing from his brother Rodrick. Will Greg manage to get along with him? Or will a secret ruin everything?
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Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin (2024)
★ 7.7/10Also comedyFranklin is new to town and hoping to make friends, but his usual tactics don't work on the Peanuts gang. When the Soap Box Derby arrives, he's sure it's a chance to impress new pals and teams up with the only other…
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Tom and Jerry: Spy Quest (2015)
★ 6/10Also comedyTwo groups of classic cartoon characters come together in this fun-filled crossover with the popular action-adventure series Jonny Quest. Fans of all ages won't want to miss this heart-stopping romp as Tom and Jerry…
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Scooby-Doo! Adventures: The Mystery Map (2013)
★ 8.1/10Also comedyWhen Shaggy and Scooby find a mysterious pirate's treasure map in their triple-extra-large Scooby snack pizza, the whole Mystery Inc. gang sets out from their treehouse to find the lost booty of Gnarlybeard and the…
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The Looney, Looney, Looney Bugs Bunny Movie (1981)
★ 7.4/10Also comedyBugs Bunny hosts an award show featuring several classic Looney Tunes shorts and characters.
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Tom and Jerry: A Nutcracker Tale (2007)
★ 6.8/10Also comedyChristmas is never so spirited as when Tom and Jerry lock horns for the holidays in their new original movie--Tom & Jerry: A Nutcracker Tale In an empty opera house, Jerry wishes for a chance to perform -- and…
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Cunk on Shakespeare (2016)
★ 7.4/10Also comedyFresh from her triumphs on Charlie Brooker's Weekly Wipe investigating time, Winston Churchill, and Donald Trump, Philomena Cunk has finally been given her own show - about William Shakespeare. Cunk will leave no stone…
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MVP 2: Most Vertical Primate (2001)
★ 5.8/10Also comedyMVP 2 opens with the lovable Jack being ousted from his hockey team, the Seattle Simians, and having to hit the road after being falsely accused of league misconduct. Jack ends up in the city, where he's befriended by…
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Kevin Hart: I'm a Grown Little Man (2009)
★ 7.3/10Also comedyFresh off the heels of appearing in movies like Superhero Movie and The 40 Year-Old Virgin, fast-talking comedian Kevin Hart stars in this live stand-up performance where he makes fun of everything and everybody…
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The Underdoggs (2024)
★ 7/10Also comedyJaycen 'Two Js' Jennings is a washed-up former pro football star who has hit rock bottom. When sentenced to community service coaching the Underdoggs, an unruly pee-wee football team in his hometown, he sees it mostly…
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Gabriel Iglesias: I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry (2016)
★ 7/10Also comedyHawaiian-shirt enthusiast Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias finds the laughs in racist gift baskets, Prius-driving cops and all-female taco trucks.
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Nayda (2023)
★ 5/10Also comedyIn a desperate attempt to make their voices heard by the government, two men and a woman, living in difficult circumstances in the Tin Shacks, take a diplomatic meeting with political officials, which turns into a…