Are you a fan of the horror-comedy genre? If you loved Black Sheep, a film that hilariously combines horror with comedy, you’re in for a treat. Here are 14 movies that capture the same spirit, blending scares with laughs. Check out the trailer for Black Sheep here.
1. Shaun of the Dead
Shaun of the Dead is a British horror-comedy film starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. The movie follows Shaun, a man who decides to turn his life around by winning back his ex-girlfriend, reconciling with his mother, and dealing with an entire community that has returned from the dead to eat the living.
2. Tucker and Dale vs. Evil
This film stars Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine as two well-meaning hillbillies who are mistaken for killers by a group of college students. The movie is full of hilarious misunderstandings and gory accidents, making it a perfect blend of horror and comedy.
3. Zombieland
Zombieland features an all-star cast including Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, and Abigail Breslin. The story follows a group of survivors navigating a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, using humor and wit to stay alive.
4. Warm Bodies
Starring Nicholas Hoult and Teresa Palmer, Warm Bodies is a unique take on the zombie genre. The film centers around a zombie who starts to regain his humanity after falling in love with a human girl, blending romance, horror, and comedy.
5. What We Do in the Shadows
This mockumentary follows a group of vampire roommates navigating modern life. Directed by Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement, the film is packed with hilarious moments and clever takes on vampire lore.
6. The Cabin in the Woods
The Cabin in the Woods is a meta-horror film that deconstructs the genre while delivering plenty of laughs. Starring Kristen Connolly and Chris Hemsworth, the movie follows a group of friends who unwittingly become part of a sinister experiment.
7. Scary Movie
This parody film, starring Anna Faris and Marlon Wayans, pokes fun at popular horror movies. With its slapstick humor and over-the-top gags, Scary Movie is a hilarious take on the horror genre.
8. Gremlins
Gremlins is a classic horror-comedy that tells the story of a young man who receives a strange creature as a pet, only to unleash a horde of mischievous monsters. Starring Zach Galligan and Phoebe Cates, the film balances scares with humor.
9. Beetlejuice
Directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, Beetlejuice is a dark comedy about a recently deceased couple who hire a bio-exorcist to remove the new living occupants of their home. The film’s quirky humor and imaginative visuals make it a standout.
10. An American Werewolf in London
This film blends horror with dark comedy as it follows two American tourists in England who are attacked by a werewolf. Starring David Naughton and Griffin Dunne, the movie is known for its groundbreaking special effects and witty dialogue.
11. Young Frankenstein
Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Gene Wilder, Young Frankenstein is a parody of classic horror films. The story follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein as he inherits his grandfather’s castle and continues his experiments, leading to hilarious results.
12. Dead Alive (Braindead)
Directed by Peter Jackson, Dead Alive is a cult classic known for its over-the-top gore and dark humor. The film follows a young man who must deal with his mother after she is bitten by a Sumatran rat-monkey and turns into a zombie.
13. The Frighteners
Starring Michael J. Fox, The Frighteners is a horror-comedy about a man who can communicate with ghosts and uses his ability to con people. However, things take a darker turn when he encounters a malevolent spirit.
14. Slither
Slither is a horror-comedy film directed by James Gunn and starring Nathan Fillion and Elizabeth Banks. The movie revolves around a small town that becomes infested with alien parasites, leading to both terrifying and hilarious situations.
If you enjoy movies that make you laugh while keeping you on the edge of your seat, these films are sure to satisfy your craving for horror-comedy.