The 85+ Best R-Rated Black Comedies

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Updated August 26, 2023 2.4K votes 103 voters
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List of R-Rated black comedies, ranked from best to worst with movie trailers when available. This list takes the best R-Rated black comedies and pits them against each other to see once and for all what the greatest R-Rated Black comedy movie of all time is. This list of popular R-Rated black comedies includes information like who directed the film, when it was released and which actors starred in the movie. If you think the top R-Rated dark comedy movie isn't as high as it should be then be sure to vote it up so it can take its rightful place among the other great R-Rated Black comedy films on this list. If you're trying to find a specific R-Rated Black comedy film you can search this list and filter to find what you're looking for.

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What kind of directors have worked on Black comedy R movies in the past? Clint Eastwood and Woody Allen both have, as have other great directors.

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  • Hot Fuzz
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    Hot Fuzz

    Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jim Broadbent
    26 votes
    • Released: 2007
    • Directed by: Edgar Wright
    Hot Fuzz is a clever blend of comedy and action, directed by Edgar Wright. The plot centers around Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg), an overachieving London policeman transferred to the sleepy village of Sandford. He teams up with bumbling partner Danny Butterman (Nick Frost) and together they unravel a series of mysterious deaths that rock this seemingly peaceful community. As they dig deeper, a sinister secret surfaces, turning their quaint country life into a high-octane nightmare. Hot Fuzz skilfully balances humor with thrills, delivering a genre-blending spectacle that earned it an Empire Award for Best British Film in 2007.

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  • Network
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    Network

    Faye Dunaway, Peter Finch, William Holden
    16 votes
    • Released: 1976
    • Directed by: Sidney Lumet
    Network, a satirical drama, unwraps the world of television news. It's a story about Howard Beale (Peter Finch), an aging TV anchor, who after learning about his imminent dismissal, announces he'll commit suicide on live broadcast. His outburst becomes an unexpected ratings hit and the network exploits his madness for profit. Faye Dunaway plays Diana Christensen, a ruthless programming executive, who orchestrates this spectacle. Directed by Sidney Lumet and written by Paddy Chayefsky, Network won four Academy Awards in 1977 including Best Actor (Finch) and Best Actress (Dunaway). This movie poses poignant questions about media ethics and audience voyeurism.

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  • Heathers
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    Heathers

    Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, Shannen Doherty
    23 votes
    • Released: 1989
    • Directed by: Michael Lehmann
    In the dark comedy Heathers, high school senior Veronica Sawyer (Winona Ryder) finds herself entangled in an unusual relationship with the mysterious new kid, J.D. (Christian Slater). Amidst the social pressures of Westerburg High School, dominated by a clique of girls all named Heather, Veronica and J.D. embark on a rebellious journey against the popular crowd. Their actions quickly spiral into a series of disturbing events that blur the line between teenage rebellion and criminal activity. This 1988 cult classic explores themes of popularity, power, and the chilling lengths some will go to leave their mark on society.

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  • Being John Malkovich
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    Being John Malkovich

    John Cusack, Cameron Diaz, Catherine Keener
    19 votes
    • Released: 1999
    • Directed by: Spike Jonze
    In the quirky film Being John Malkovich, puppeteer Craig Schwartz (John Cusack) stumbles upon a bizarre secret: a portal into the mind of actor John Malkovich (played by himself). Schwartz's wife, Lotte (Cameron Diaz), becomes obsessed with this surreal experience, leading to an unconventional love triangle involving Maxine (Catherine Keener), who exploits the portal for profit. Directed by Spike Jonze and penned by Charlie Kaufman, this dark comedy-drama delves into themes of identity and consciousness. It snagged three Academy Award nominations, including Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. The film is a unique exploration of celebrity culture, layered with philosophical undertones.

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  • Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
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    Monty Python's The Meaning of Life

    Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam
    12 votes
    • Released: 1983
    • Directed by: Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones
    Monty Python's The Meaning of Life, a comedy film released in 1983, is an episodic exploration into the perplexing questions of human existence. The ensemble cast, including John Cleese (Death), Graham Chapman (Colonel), and Eric Idle (Noel Coward), performs a series of surreal sketches that traverse the stages of life. From birth to death, they navigate through bizarre scenarios filled with dark humor and satirical commentary. The film, directed by Terry Jones, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 1983 Cannes Film Festival, affirming its unique blend of wit and philosophical inquiry.

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  • Fight Club
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    Fight Club

    Brad Pitt, Ed Norton, Helena Bonham Carter
    24 votes
    • Released: 1999
    • Directed by: David Fincher
    In the gritty urban drama Fight Club, Edward Norton (the unnamed protagonist) finds himself spiraling into the underbelly of his own psyche. Stuck in a monotonous job, he meets Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt), a soap salesman with an unconventional philosophy. Together, they form an underground fight club as a radical form of psychotherapy. As their nocturnal activities escalate, so does their bond. But when Marla Singer (Helena Bonham Carter), a fellow support group crasher, enters their lives, things start to unravel. Directed by David Fincher, Fight Club is a jarring exploration of masculinity and identity that won't soon be forgotten.

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