Ben je fan van de klassieke komedie 'Manche mögen’s heiß' (1959) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde humor, verhaallijnen of thema's delen. Perfect voor wie houdt van tijdloze grappen en onvergetelijke personages!

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)
Beschreibung: A glamorous musical comedy that explores themes of gold-digging and female empowerment, featuring iconic performances and witty dialogue, much like the protagonist's scheming yet charming antics.
Fakt: Marilyn Monroe's performance of 'Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend' became one of the most iconic moments in film history. The film was a major success and cemented Monroe's status as a Hollywood legend.


Kiss Me Kate (1953)
Beschreibung: A musical comedy that blends romance, mistaken identities, and theatrical flair, with characters who must navigate love and deception both on and off the stage.
Fakt: The film is an adaptation of Cole Porter's Broadway musical, which itself is based on Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew.' It won an Academy Award for Best Music.


The Seven Year Itch (1955)
Beschreibung: A comedy that explores themes of marital fidelity and temptation, featuring a man who fantasizes about an affair while his wife is away, blending humor with a touch of risqué charm.
Fakt: The film features Marilyn Monroe's iconic scene where her white dress is blown up by a subway grate. It was a major box office hit and remains one of Monroe's most famous roles.


Pillow Talk (1959)
Beschreibung: A romantic comedy that plays with themes of mistaken identity and seduction, featuring a man who pretends to be someone else to win over a woman, leading to hilarious and romantic complications.
Fakt: The film marked the first on-screen pairing of Doris Day and Rock Hudson, who became one of Hollywood's most beloved romantic duos. It won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.


The Apartment (1960)
Beschreibung: A romantic comedy-drama that blends humor with poignant social commentary, featuring a man who lends his apartment to his bosses for affairs, leading to unexpected romantic entanglements.
Fakt: The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It is considered one of the greatest films ever made and marked a high point in Billy Wilder's career.


Irma la Douce (1963)
Beschreibung: A romantic comedy that mixes farce with heartfelt moments, featuring a man who falls in love with a prostitute and goes to great lengths to 'save' her, leading to humorous and touching situations.
Fakt: The film was a commercial success and won an Academy Award for Best Score. It was based on a French musical and marked Shirley MacLaine's return to comedy.


La Cage aux Folles (1978)
Beschreibung: A French-Italian comedy that explores themes of drag and societal norms, featuring flamboyant characters who must navigate conservative expectations, much like the protagonist's cross-dressing escapades.
Fakt: The film was groundbreaking for its time, portraying LGBTQ+ characters in a positive light. It inspired a successful Broadway musical and the American remake 'The Birdcage.'


Tootsie (1982)
Beschreibung: A comedy that explores themes of gender identity and disguise, featuring a man who pretends to be a woman to advance his career, blending humor with social commentary.
Fakt: The film was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and won for Best Supporting Actress. It was also one of the first mainstream films to address transgender issues, albeit indirectly.


Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
Beschreibung: A heartwarming yet humorous take on disguise and family dynamics, where a father dresses as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children, blending comedy with emotional depth.
Fakt: Robin Williams improvised many of his lines in character as Mrs. Doubtfire, showcasing his comedic genius. The film was a massive hit and led to an animated series.


The Birdcage (1996)
Beschreibung: A farcical comedy that delves into themes of identity and societal expectations, with characters adopting disguises to fit into conservative norms, much like the protagonist's cross-dressing antics.
Fakt: The film is a remake of the French-Italian film 'La Cage aux Folles' and features a memorable performance by Robin Williams. It was a box office success and remains a beloved classic.
