Need a break from reality? Watch these 7 Funny Movies about U.S Elections!
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Looking for a good laugh as you dive into the quirky world of U.S. elections? Maybe the real thing gets a little too real, and you need a break. Well, you’re in luck! Hollywood has served up some hilariously exaggerated takes on American politics over the years, and these movies go all out—from laughable campaign antics to bumbling candidates to underhanded debates. So, grab your popcorn and settle in for a comedy binge that pokes fun at the crazy ride of U.S. elections!
The Campaign (2012)Starring Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis, The Campaign takes election antics to a new level of absurdity. It follows two clueless candidates duking it out in a small-town congressional race where morals are questionable, but laughs are guaranteed. The mudslinging in this one is both figurative and literal! Where to watch: Prime Video Wag the Dog (1997)
When a fictional scandal threatens a president’s re-election chances, a political fixer and a Hollywood producer cook up a fake war to distract the public. With a satire as sharp as its cast (Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro), Wag the Dog is both hilariously funny and a bit too close for comfort. Where to watch: Prime Video Primary Colors (1998)
Based on the novel about a thinly veiled Bill Clinton-like candidate, Primary Colors has John Travolta giving us all a crash course in the art of charming the pants off voters (and not always metaphorically!). It’s an over-the-top but surprisingly insightful look at campaigning, loyalty, and all the other “virtues” of politics. Where to watch: It’s on YouTube!Election (1999)
Taking things down to high school but keeping the stakes absurdly high, Election is a cult classic starring Reese Witherspoon as the infamous Tracy Flick. She’s relentless, she’s ruthless, and she’s ready to take on her high school class election with all the fervor of a seasoned politician. This one’s painfully hilarious and way too relatable. Where to watch: Prime Video Swing Vote (2008)
In Swing Vote, Kevin Costner plays an apathetic everyman whose single vote will determine the entire presidential election after a voting error. Suddenly, both parties are tripping over themselves to win him over, leading to all sorts of political shenanigans. Where to watch: Rent on Apple TV Dick (1999)
Mixing U.S. history with absurd humor, Dick reimagines the Watergate scandal through the eyes of two clueless teens (Kirsten Dunst and Michelle Williams). It’s not exactly an election movie, but the political mischief is priceless as they accidentally become whistleblowers against Nixon himself. Where to watch: Prime Video Head of State (2003)
Chris Rock plays a Washington, D.C., city councilman who’s randomly chosen to run for president. Naturally, chaos ensues as he injects his own brand of humor into the stiff world of politics, challenging both the system and his opponents with plenty of laughs along the way. Where to watch: Prime Video or rent it on Apple TV
There you have it—a lineup of some of the wackiest election comedies out there! These films offer a perfect antidote to the seriousness of real-world politics and are a reminder that sometimes, even the most intense campaigns deserve a laugh. So, vote with your remote, and enjoy a hilarious escape from the usual political hoopla. After all, in the world of comedy, every candidate is a winner!
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