Als je genoten hebt van de hilarische chaos in 'Ein Fisch namens Wanda' (1988), dan ben je vast op zoek naar meer films en series die dezelfde mix van humor, misdaad en onverwachte wendingen bieden. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die vergelijkbaar zijn met deze klassieker, zodat je nog meer kunt lachen en genieten van slimme verhaallijnen.

Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949)
Beschreibung: A satirical black comedy about a man plotting to murder his way to a title, filled with sharp wit and a playful approach to crime.
Fakt: Alec Guinness played eight different characters in the film, all members of the same family. The film was controversial for its dark humor and was banned in some countries.


The Lavender Hill Mob (1951)
Beschreibung: A charming and clever heist comedy with a lighthearted tone, focusing on an unlikely group of criminals and their elaborate plan.
Fakt: The film won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. It was one of the first British films to achieve significant success in the United States.


The Ladykillers (1955)
Beschreibung: A darkly humorous crime film about a group of bumbling criminals whose plans unravel due to their own incompetence and an unexpected adversary.
Fakt: The film was remade in 2004 by the Coen Brothers. Alec Guinness wore false teeth to alter his appearance for his role as the gang's leader.


The Pink Panther (1963)
Beschreibung: A classic comedy with a mix of slapstick and sophisticated humor, featuring a bumbling yet charming protagonist caught in a web of misunderstandings and heists.
Fakt: The iconic Pink Panther theme was composed by Henry Mancini and won a Grammy Award. The film was originally intended to be a serious crime drama, but Peter Sellers' improvisation turned it into a comedy.


The Italian Job (1969)
Beschreibung: A stylish and fun heist film with a focus on clever planning, teamwork, and a memorable getaway sequence.
Fakt: The film's famous Mini Cooper chase scene was shot in Turin, Italy. The ending cliffhanger was intentional, leaving the fate of the gold ambiguous.


The Sting (1973)
Beschreibung: A clever and stylish caper film with intricate plotting, humor, and a sense of fun, revolving around a high-stakes con game.
Fakt: The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The ragtime soundtrack, composed by Marvin Hamlisch, revived interest in Scott Joplin's music.


Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988)
Beschreibung: A witty and farcical comedy about con artists trying to outsmart each other, filled with clever twists and a playful tone.
Fakt: The film is a remake of the 1964 movie 'Bedtime Story.' Steve Martin and Michael Caine improvised many of their scenes together, adding to the film's spontaneity.


Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
Beschreibung: A gritty yet humorous crime film with a convoluted plot, colorful characters, and a mix of violence and wit.
Fakt: Guy Ritchie's debut film was made on a shoestring budget and became a cult hit. The title refers to a phrase meaning 'everything and more,' originating from a traditional English saying.


O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
Beschreibung: A quirky and humorous adventure film with a mix of folk music, eccentric characters, and a loose, episodic narrative.
Fakt: The film's soundtrack, produced by T-Bone Burnett, won a Grammy Award and sparked a revival of interest in American folk and bluegrass music. The story is loosely based on Homer's 'Odyssey.'


Snatch (2000)
Beschreibung: A fast-paced, darkly comedic crime film with overlapping storylines, eccentric characters, and a chaotic yet clever narrative.
Fakt: Brad Pitt's character, Mickey, was originally written as an Irish gypsy, but Pitt's accent was so hard to understand that subtitles were added in some regions. The film features real-life boxers in minor roles.
