Classic Film Comedies

Barbara Stanwyck leads a talented cast of actors in this farcical romp through a contrived picture-perfect holiday scenario with the obligatory happy ending .Enjoy!

Dec 11, 2009 - Barbara DeGrande

AFI's list of top 10 romantic comedies make great date night movie rentals. Since they're classics, rentals can be found free or for less than new DVD rentals.

Nov 17, 2009 - Jocelyn Kerr

Keaton's Sherlock Jr. (1924) is a classic silent comedy film that goes beyond slapstick to capture a dreamscape that challenges the boundaries between reel and real.

Oct 29, 2009 - Susan Z. Swan

Paramount on Parade - an early "Talkie" had the unique distinction of bringing Sherlock Holmes, Philo Vance and Fu Manchu together on screen for the first and last time.

Oct 26, 2009 - Carl Macek

A genuine classic, Howard Hawks' Bringing Up Baby, with Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn, is just as funny now as it was in 1938.

Sep 9, 2009 - Samantha Markham

Memorable quotes, iconic scenes, and larger-than-life characters shaped the movies of John Hughes' marvelous career, particularly Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

Aug 8, 2009 - Timothy Slovik

Few directors from the 1980's had as much of an influence over pop-culture as John Hughes. His films remain popular to this day, along with all their memorable characters

Aug 7, 2009 - Anthony Cogliano

Well-known writer and director John Hughes has died at the age of 59. Hughes passed away August 6 of an apparent heart attack during a morning walk in Manhattan.

Aug 6, 2009 - Heather Harris

In an uncharacteristic comedic turn, the Master of Suspense brings us romantic fluff for our cinematic sweet tooth with Mr. and Mrs. Smith.

Jun 24, 2009 - Amanda Flinner

Charles Chaplin's Little Tramp character is one of the most memorable in the movies. In City Lights his creation comes to the aid of a blind flower girl whom he loves.

Jun 11, 2009 - John K. Davis

Five films from 1954 to 1964 demonstrate the great talent of film legend Jack Lemmon. His son Chris is excited about this collection for a variety of reasons.

Jun 9, 2009 - Francine Brokaw

Woody Allen's signature mix of sexual politics and sparkling dialogue, is transferred from the city to the country, for an overlooked gem that's light, breezy, and fun.

May 22, 2009 - Martin G. Wood

Cary Grant and Alfred Hitchcock combine in a great caper movie - maintaining just enough menace to be thrilling, whilst also featuring much comedy.

Apr 26, 2009 - Will Roszczyk

This 1981 romantic comedy takes filmgoers into this tipsy millionaire's everyday life, posing the question "Don't You Wish You Were Arthur?" The answer may surprise you.

Apr 21, 2009 - Amanda Flinner

Regarded the first screwball comedy, It Happened One Night almost didn't happen. Once it did, the magic was apparent.

Feb 21, 2009 - Diane Jandt

Since Charlie Chaplin made his first films in 1914 countless comic personalities have come and gone in Hollywood. So what makes Chaplin worth a hundred years of laughter?

Feb 17, 2009 - Michael Dennis

American film director Frank Tashlin (1913/1972) started his carer as cartoonist but during the 1950's he became one of the most original comedy directors in Hollywood.

Nov 11, 2008 - Jorge Carrega

Forget the remake of The Women. Once upon a time, Hollywood churned out movies where actresses played characters who weren't afraid of toeing the PC line.

Sep 11, 2008 - Erin Haley

Laurel and Hardy's comedy remains fresh, decades after their final film. Here's what you can find on DVD.

Aug 3, 2008 - Steve Bailey

The counter-culture sold out long ago but this seminal film from the sixties still plays - even if only as an expertly made romantic comedy

Oct 15, 2007 - Dan Lalande

With The Bank Dick and other films, comic great W.C. Fields began a legacy that continues to this day

Oct 11, 2007 - Dan Lalande

Charlotte Chandler's 1977 book on comic icon Groucho Marx hits book shelves again in commemoration of the thirtieth anniversary of his passing

Sep 11, 2007 - Dan Lalande

Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest is brought to the screen in Oliver Parker's hilarious film version, starring Colin Firth, Judi Dench, Reese Witherspoon...

Aug 28, 2007 - Jem Bloomfield

The Classic Film that best represents the hearts and minds of those who fought the World To End All Wars may not be the one you think

Apr 17, 2007 - Dan Lalande