Police Academy 5: Assignment: Miami Beach is a classic in the comedy genre, known for its slapstick humor and memorable characters. If you’re a fan of this film, you’ll enjoy these 17 other movies that capture a similar comedic spirit. Check out the trailers for these films to see which ones you might want to watch next.
1. Airplane!
This 1980 comedy directed by Jim Abrahams and the Zucker brothers is a parody of the disaster film genre. Starring Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, and Leslie Nielsen, Airplane! is a laugh-out-loud spoof that has become a cult classic.
2. Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
Leslie Nielsen stars as the bumbling Detective Frank Drebin in this 1988 comedy. Directed by David Zucker, the film is filled with slapstick humor and absurd situations, making it a must-watch for fans of Police Academy.
3. Hot Shots!
Directed by Jim Abrahams, this 1991 film is a parody of action movies like Top Gun. Starring Charlie Sheen and Cary Elwes, Hot Shots! delivers non-stop laughs and over-the-top antics.
4. Loaded Weapon 1
This 1993 spoof of buddy cop films stars Emilio Estevez and Samuel L. Jackson. Directed by Gene Quintano, Loaded Weapon 1 is a hilarious take on the Lethal Weapon series.
5. Top Secret!
Another gem from the Zucker-Abrahams-Zucker team, this 1984 film stars Val Kilmer as an American rock star caught up in a spy adventure. Top Secret! combines musical numbers with slapstick comedy for a unique viewing experience.
6. Spy Hard
Leslie Nielsen stars in this 1996 parody of spy films. Directed by Rick Friedberg, Spy Hard follows Secret Agent WD-40 as he tries to stop a madman from taking over the world.
7. Johnny English
Rowan Atkinson stars as the clumsy British spy Johnny English in this 2003 comedy. Directed by Peter Howitt, the film is filled with slapstick humor and ridiculous situations.
8. Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Mike Myers stars as the titular character in this 1997 parody of spy films. Directed by Jay Roach, Austin Powers is known for its groovy humor and memorable catchphrases.
9. The Other Guys
This 2010 buddy cop comedy stars Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. Directed by Adam McKay, The Other Guys follows two mismatched detectives as they uncover a massive financial conspiracy.
10. 21 Jump Street
Starring Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, this 2012 film is a comedic reboot of the 1980s TV series. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, 21 Jump Street features hilarious undercover antics.
11. Super Troopers
This 2001 comedy follows a group of Vermont state troopers who spend their days pulling pranks and causing mayhem. Directed by Jay Chandrasekhar, Super Troopers stars the comedy troupe Broken Lizard.
12. Reno 911!: Miami
Based on the TV series Reno 911!, this 2007 film follows the incompetent Reno Sheriff’s Department as they attend a police convention in Miami. Directed by Robert Ben Garant, the movie stars Thomas Lennon and Robert Ben Garant.
13. MacGruber
Will Forte stars as the bumbling action hero MacGruber in this 2010 comedy. Directed by Jorma Taccone, the film is a parody of the MacGyver TV series and features absurd humor and over-the-top action.
14. The Heat
Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy star in this 2013 buddy cop comedy. Directed by Paul Feig, The Heat follows an uptight FBI agent and a foul-mouthed Boston cop as they team up to take down a drug lord.
15. Let’s Be Cops
This 2014 comedy stars Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. as two friends who impersonate police officers. Directed by Luke Greenfield, Let’s Be Cops is filled with hilarious situations and mistaken identities.
16. Keanu
Starring Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, this 2016 film follows two friends who pose as drug dealers to rescue a stolen kitten. Directed by Peter Atencio, Keanu combines action and comedy in a unique way.
17. The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear
Leslie Nielsen returns as Frank Drebin in this 1991 sequel. Directed by David Zucker, The Naked Gun 2½ continues the hilarious adventures of the inept detective as he tries to thwart a conspiracy.
