Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to What Did You Do in the War, Daddy? List
- M*A*S*H - A comedy set in a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital during the Korean War, focusing on the absurdity of war.
- Catch-22 - A satirical take on the military and the absurdity of war, based on the classic novel.
- Oh! What a Lovely War - A theatrical film that uses humor and satire to depict the experiences of soldiers during World War I.
- Good Morning, Vietnam - A comedic portrayal of a radio DJ in Vietnam and his influence on the soldiers during the war.
- Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb - A dark comedy that satirizes the Cold War and the military's nuclear capabilities.
- Tropic Thunder - A comedy about a group of actors filming a war movie, blending humor with commentary on Hollywood and military tropes.
- The Monuments Men - A film about a small group of art historians and museum curators who recover stolen art during WWII, blending humor with a serious subject.
- The Last Resort - A comedic series about a U.S. Navy submarine's unexpected twist when they refuse to follow orders.
- The Army Show - A sitcom depicting life in the army, using humor to showcase the quirks of military life.
- Dad's Army - A British sitcom about the Home Guard during WWII, focusing on the humorous aspects of amateur soldiers.
- Allo 'Allo! - A sitcom set in a French café during WWII, using humor to portray the absurdities of war and occupation.
- Stripes - A comedy about new army recruits and their misadventures, highlighting the humorous side of military training.
- Wag the Dog - A satirical film about creating a fake war to distract from a presidential scandal, blending comedy with political commentary.
- Ben-Hur - While primarily dramatic, it includes elements of the absurdity of human conflict reminiscent of war comedies.
- The Big Red One - A war film that uses personal stories and dark humor while depicting the realities of combat in WWII.
- The Thin Red Line - A philosophical take on war, blending heavy themes with moments of dark humor and absurdity.
- War, Inc. - A political satire that parodies war and corporate involvement, offering a comedic and critical look at modern warfare.
- The Good Soldier Schweik - A film adaptation of the classic novel showcasing the absurdity of war through humor.
- In the Army Now - A comedy about two slackers joining the army where humor arises from their ineptitude.
- Private Benjamin - A comedy about a woman who joins the army, facing comedic challenges and absurd situations.
- For Greater Glory - While a more serious war film, it has moments of levity amidst its exploration of conflict.
- The A-Team - A light-hearted action series with a focus on camaraderie and humorous exploits during missions.
- Red Dawn - A more serious portrayal of young fighters, but it features absurd heroics and over-the-top situations.
- Restrepo - A documentary but showcases the absurdities of war while focusing on the camaraderie among soldiers.
- A Farewell to Arms - A romantic war film that captures both combat and the absurdity of relationships in wartime.
- Killing Them Softly - A blend of dark humor and crime amidst the backdrop of a chaotic world similar to absurd war films.
- The Interview - A comedy that satirizes politics and the absurdity of international relations through the lens of a fictional assassination.
- The Death of Stalin - A dark political satire that uses humor to depict the power struggles following Stalin's death in a military context.
- The Boys in Company C - A serious war film with elements of dark humor that examines the lives of soldiers in Vietnam.
- The Messenger - Explores the emotional toll of war with dark humor and personal stories similar to absurdity in combat.
- Father Ted - A sitcom featuring humor related to the absurdities of religion and society, with over-the-top scenarios.
- We Are Soldiers - A more serious take on war but uses moments of camaraderie and irony tied to soldier life.
- The Last Detail - A road movie that involves military personnel and includes a mix of comedy and drama.
- Thank You for Smoking - While not about war, it uses humor to tackle serious subjects such as politics and corporate lobbying, echoing absurdism.
- Funny People - A mix of comedy and serious themes that portrays the absurdities of life, similar in tone to comedies of wartime.
- The Zookeeper's Wife - Though serious, the backdrop of WWII shows the absurdities of humanity amidst war.
- Men at Work - A buddy cop comedy featuring absurd situations and humorous commentary on life, akin to military comedies.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1970 | United States of America | Comedy | 78256 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
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1970 | United States of America | Comedy | 26692 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
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1969 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 3275 | 7 | Movie | Released | G |
| 4 |
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1987 | United States of America | Biography | 155732 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 | 1964 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 522663 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | PG | |
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2008 | United States of America | Action | 453106 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 7 |
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2014 | Germany | Comedy | 142646 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 8 |
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2009 | United States of America | Horror | 1547 | 3.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 |
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1998 | United States of America | Comedy | 77 | 5.2 | Serie | Canceled | |
| 10 |
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1968 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 7376 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-PG |
| 11 |
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1981 | United States of America | Comedy | 80970 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 |
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1997 | United States of America | Comedy | 89110 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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1959 | United States of America | Adventure | 255724 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | G |
| 14 |
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1980 | Ireland | Drama | 21669 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 15 |
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1998 | United States of America | Drama | 201250 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2008 | United States of America | Action | 22600 | 5.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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1956 | Czechoslovakia | Animation | 200 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 18 |
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1994 | United States of America | Comedy | 14828 | 4.9 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 19 |
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1980 | United States of America | Comedy | 28967 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2010 | United Kingdom | Thriller | 270234 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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2012 | United States of America | Action | 81092 | 5.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 22 |
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2010 | United States of America | Biography | 24536 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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1932 | United States of America | Drama | 6976 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 24 |
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2012 | United States of America | Crime | 154188 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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2014 | United States of America | Action | 358669 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 26 |
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2017 | Belgium | Comedy | 115341 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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1978 | Hong Kong | Drama | 3560 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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2009 | United States of America | Drama | 36931 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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1995 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 44298 | 8.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 30 |
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2020 | France | Documentary | 15 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
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1973 | United States of America | Comedy | 28710 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
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2005 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 230007 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
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2009 | United States of America | Comedy | 124127 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | |
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2017 | Czech Republic | Biography | 47233 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
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1990 | United States of America | Action | 27287 | 5.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
