If you loved the musical comedy genre of The Blues Brothers 2000, then you’re in for a treat! Here are 13 movies that capture the same spirit of music, humor, and adventure.
1. The Commitments
The Commitments follows the story of a group of working-class Dubliners who form a soul band. Directed by Alan Parker, it stars Robert Arkins, Michael Aherne, and Angeline Ball.
2. School of Rock
In School of Rock, Jack Black plays a struggling musician who becomes a substitute teacher and turns his class into a rock band. The film features Joan Cusack and Miranda Cosgrove.
3. O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Directed by the Coen Brothers, O Brother, Where Art Thou? is a musical comedy set in the Deep South during the 1930s. It stars George Clooney, John Turturro, and Tim Blake Nelson.
4. This Is Spinal Tap
This Is Spinal Tap is a mockumentary that follows a fictional British heavy metal band. Directed by Rob Reiner, it features Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer.
5. A Mighty Wind
From the creators of This Is Spinal Tap, A Mighty Wind is a mockumentary about a folk music reunion concert. The film stars Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, and Christopher Guest.
6. The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a cult classic musical that follows a young couple who stumble upon a bizarre mansion. Starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, and Barry Bostwick.
7. Pitch Perfect
Pitch Perfect is a musical comedy about a college a cappella group aiming for the national competition. The film stars Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, and Brittany Snow.
8. Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
Walk Hard is a parody of musical biopics, following the life of fictional musician Dewey Cox. It stars John C. Reilly, Jenna Fischer, and Tim Meadows.
9. Detroit Rock City
Detroit Rock City is a comedy about four teenagers who embark on a road trip to see their favorite band, KISS. The film features Edward Furlong, Giuseppe Andrews, and Sam Huntington.
10. Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny follows the comedic rock duo Tenacious D as they search for a magical guitar pick. Starring Jack Black and Kyle Gass.
11. Blues Brothers
The original Blues Brothers movie is a must-watch, featuring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd as the iconic duo on a mission from God to save their orphanage. The film is filled with musical performances and car chases.
12. Rock of Ages
Rock of Ages is a musical comedy set in the 1980s, following a small-town girl and a city boy who meet on the Sunset Strip. The film stars Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, and Tom Cruise.
13. Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping
Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping is a mockumentary about a pop star whose album flops, forcing him to do whatever it takes to maintain his celebrity status. Starring Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone, and Akiva Schaffer.