If you loved the raunchy humor, female friendships, and wedding hijinks of the 2011 comedy hit Bridesmaids, you’re probably craving more laugh-out-loud films in the same vein. Bridesmaids, directed by Paul Feig and written by Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, was a game-changer – it proved that an R-rated, female-led comedy could be a box office smash.
Starring Wiig as Annie, a down-on-her-luck single gal asked to be the maid of honor for her best friend Lillian (Maya Rudolph), Bridesmaids follows the hilarious misadventures that ensue as Annie clashes with Lillian’s new BFF Helen (Rose Byrne) while preparing for the wedding. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast including Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Ellie Kemper as the titular bridesmaids, the movie is packed with unforgettable and outrageous comedic set pieces.
Bridesmaids was both a critical and commercial hit, grossing over $288 million worldwide on a $32.5 million budget. It even scored two Oscar nominations – one for Best Original Screenplay and a Best Supporting Actress nod for McCarthy’s scene-stealing performance.
While Bridesmaids remains endlessly rewatchable, you may be seeking some fresh laughs in the same spirit. Look no further – here are 19 uproarious comedies to queue up next if you love Bridesmaids:
1. Booksmart (2019)
Booksmart marks the directorial debut of actress Olivia Wilde and it’s an absolute gem. This coming-of-age comedy follows two academic overachievers, Amy (Kaitlyn Dever) and Molly (Beanie Feldstein), who decide to finally break the rules and party on the night before their high school graduation.
Much like Bridesmaids, Booksmart is an ode to female friendship with plenty of wild antics. It’s hilarious, heartfelt, and features terrific performances from its young cast. Made on a modest $6 million budget, Booksmart was a sleeper hit, grossing $25 million. It also scored rave reviews, with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes critics score.
2. Girls Trip (2017)
If you’re looking for another raunchy comedy about a group of girlfriends, Girls Trip is an absolute must-watch. The movie follows four lifelong friends, known as the “Flossy Posse”, who reunite for a wild weekend at the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans.
Girls Trip features a phenomenal cast, with Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and a breakout performance from Tiffany Haddish. Like Bridesmaids, it expertly mixes sentimental friendship moments with shocking gross-out gags and R-rated laughs. It was a huge box office hit, grossing over $140 million on a $19 million budget.
3. Trainwreck (2015)
Written by and starring Amy Schumer, Trainwreck is a hilarious rom-com directed by Judd Apatow. Schumer plays a commitment-phobic magazine writer who unexpectedly falls for the charming sports doctor (Bill Hader) she’s profiling.
While Trainwreck has more of a romantic focus compared to Bridesmaids, it shares the same raunchy, irreverent sense of humor. Schumer’s performance is fearless and the supporting cast is stacked with famous faces like Tilda Swinton, Brie Larson, and LeBron James in a scene-stealing role as himself. Trainwreck was a hit, grossing $140 million on a $35 million budget.
4. The Heat (2013)
The Heat reunites Bridesmaids director Paul Feig with breakout star Melissa McCarthy. She co-leads this buddy cop action comedy alongside Sandra Bullock. Bullock plays an uptight FBI agent forced to team up with McCarthy’s foul-mouthed, rule-breaking Boston cop to take down a ruthless drug lord.
McCarthy and Bullock make for a surprisingly perfect comedic duo, playing off each other brilliantly. Like Bridesmaids, The Heat proves that female-fronted comedies can be just as successful as male-driven ones, grossing nearly $230 million worldwide. It’s an ideal pick if you love McCarthy’s Bridesmaids performance.
5. Spy (2015)
McCarthy teams up with Feig yet again for this hilarious action comedy spoof. She stars as Susan Cooper, a desk-bound CIA analyst who volunteers to go undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer and prevent a global disaster.
Spy cleverly subverts expectations, with McCarthy’s character transforming from a meek, overlooked colleague into a badass field agent. The stacked cast includes Jason Statham, Jude Law, and Rose Byrne (who memorably played Helen in Bridesmaids). With a budget of $65 million, Spy was another hit for McCarthy and Feig, grossing $235.7 million globally.
6. Bad Moms (2016)
If you want another female-led comedy about women cutting loose, check out Bad Moms. The movie centers on three overworked and underappreciated mothers (Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn) who ditch their conventional responsibilities to indulge in some long-overdue freedom and fun.
While Bad Moms focuses on a different life stage than Bridesmaids, it has the same irreverent take on female friendships and societal expectations. Hahn is the clear standout as the outrageous single mom Carla. Made for $20 million, Bad Moms was a surprise smash, earning over $183 million. It even spawned a sequel, A Bad Moms Christmas.
7. Rough Night (2017)
Rough Night puts a dark comedy spin on the wild bachelorette party premise. Scarlett Johansson leads the ensemble cast as a bride-to-be who reunites with her college friends (Jillian Bell, Zoë Kravitz, Ilana Glazer, and Kate McKinnon) for a bachelorette weekend in Miami. But things take a shocking turn when they accidentally kill a male stripper.
While it received mixed reviews, Rough Night delivers some big laughs, mostly thanks to its game cast. It’s worth watching for Saturday Night Live standout McKinnon, who steals every scene as the quirky Australian friend. Rough Night made a modest $47 million on a $20 million budget.
8. Ibiza (2018)
For a Bridesmaids-esque comedy about a wild girls’ trip, stream Ibiza on Netflix. Produced by Will Ferrell and Adam McKay, the movie follows Harper (Gillian Jacobs), who’s sent to Spain for a business meeting but convinces her two best friends (Vanessa Bayer and Phoebe Robinson) to tag along and turn it into a party-filled vacation.
Ibiza makes the most of its picturesque setting and the chemistry between its three lead actresses. Jacobs, in particular, proves her comedic chops after her breakout role on the TV series Community. While it didn’t receive a theatrical release, Ibiza is a fun, easy watch with an appealing cast and plenty of travel envy.
9. The Sweetest Thing (2002)
A raunchy early 2000s comedy in the vein of Bridesmaids, The Sweetest Thing stars Cameron Diaz, Christina Applegate, and Selma Blair as three best friends navigating the dating scene. After Diaz’s character has a meet-cute with a charming guy (Thomas Jane), the trio embark on a wild road trip to find him.
The Sweetest Thing was a box office disappointment and mostly panned by critics at the time. But it’s developed a cult following over the years, with many praising its boundary-pushing humor and the undeniable chemistry between the three leads. If you love the anything-goes comedy of Bridesmaids, this underrated gem is worth a watch.
10. Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (2021)
From the minds of Bridesmaids co-writers Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar is a wacky, surreal comedy that’s destined for cult status. Wiig and Mumolo co-wrote and co-star as a pair of middle-aged Midwestern best friends who leave their small town for the first time for a Florida vacation.
Like Bridesmaids, Barb and Star celebrates the power of female friendship while delivering absurdist laughs. It’s delightfully weird, with musical numbers, talking crabs, and a memorable supporting turn from Jamie Dornan. While it had a low-profile VOD release during the pandemic, Barb and Star is a must-see for Bridesmaids fans.
11. Wine Country (2019)
Amy Poehler makes her directorial debut and stars in this Netflix comedy inspired by a real-life girls’ trip with her Saturday Night Live besties. Wine Country follows a group of longtime friends who head to Napa Valley to celebrate a 50th birthday, but old tensions and new revelations test their bond.
In addition to Poehler, the stacked ensemble includes fellow SNL alums Maya Rudolph (from Bridesmaids), Rachel Dratch, Ana Gasteyer, and Tina Fey in a scene-stealing supporting role. Wine Country has a slightly more low-key, character-driven approach compared to the non-stop gags of Bridesmaids. But it’s a charming, relatable look at the ups and downs of lifelong friendships.
12. For a Good Time, Call… (2012)
If you like Bridesmaids‘ sex-positive, female-fronted humor, check out the indie comedy For a Good Time, Call…. Lauren Miller co-writes and co-stars as a reserved woman who moves in with a bubbly, boldly sexual acquaintance (Ari Graynor). Strapped for cash, they start a phone sex line and become unlikely friends and business partners.
For a Good Time, Call… is a sweet, raunchy comedy about two very different women bonding and learning from each other. Miller and Graynor have fantastic odd-couple chemistry and the movie refreshingly portrays sex work in a non-judgmental, empowering way. It’s a hidden gem with a sex-positive spirit similar to Bridesmaids.
13. The To Do List (2013)
Set in the 1990s, The To Do List is a coming-of-age sex comedy written and directed by Maggie Carey. Aubrey Plaza stars as Brandy, an uptight high school valedictorian who feels pressured to become more sexually experienced the summer before college. She makes a “to do list” of sexual acts to check off, leading to awkward and hilarious encounters.
Like Bridesmaids, The To Do List proves that raunchy, R-rated comedy isn’t just the domain of men. Plaza fully commits to the awkward, horny teen role and the supporting cast is filled with funny people like Bill Hader, Alia Shawkat, and Andy Samberg. While it wasn’t a box office hit, The To Do List is a smart, fearless sex comedy from a female perspective.
14. Bridesmaids (2011)
Of course, this list wouldn’t be complete without including Bridesmaids itself. If you haven’t revisited this modern comedy classic in a while, it’s just as hilarious as you remember. Kristen Wiig is at her awkward, neurotic best as Annie, who struggles to fulfill her maid of honor duties while her personal and professional life is a mess.
The genius of Bridesmaids is how it balances raunchy, shocking comedy with grounded, relatable characters. Wiig and Annie Mumolo’s Oscar-nominated script has an emotional core underneath the wacky hijinks. And the cast is one of the best comedy ensembles in recent memory, from Maya Rudolph’s sympathetic bride to Melissa McCarthy’s wild card Megan.
Bridesmaids was a game-changer, grossing nearly $300 million worldwide on a $32.5 million budget and proving the box office power of R-rated, female-driven comedy. It’s endlessly quotable and rewatchable, with iconic scenes like the dress fitting fiasco and the airplane meltdown. Fire up Bridesmaids again for guaranteed laughs and a poignant portrait of female friendship.
15. Mean Girls (2004)
While Mean Girls centers on high school cliques rather than wedding drama, it shares Bridesmaids‘ razor-sharp, endlessly quotable humor. Written by Tina Fey and directed by Mark Waters, the teen comedy follows naive new student Cady (Lindsay Lohan) as she infiltrates the most popular girl group, The Plastics, led by queen bee Regina (Rachel McAdams).
Like Bridesmaids, Mean Girls is a female-fronted comedy classic, grossing $130 million worldwide on a $17 million budget. Fey’s script is packed with memorable one-liners and astute observations about girl-on-girl social dynamics. The cast is perfection, with Lohan as the relatable protagonist, McAdams as the deliciously evil Regina, and Amanda Seyfried as dim-witted Karen.
16. Clueless (1995)
Clueless is another female-led teen comedy touchstone. Loosely based on Jane Austen’s Emma, the movie follows wealthy, popular high schooler Cher (Alicia Silverstone) as she plays matchmaker for her friends and teachers.
Written and directed by Amy Heckerling, Clueless is a smart, sweet, and endlessly stylish comedy. Silverstone is a revelation as Cher, creating an iconic character who’s materialistic and vain but ultimately well-meaning. The movie is filled with quotable dialogue and memorable supporting turns from Paul Rudd, Brittany Murphy, and Stacey Dash.
Clueless was a sleeper hit in the summer of 1995, grossing $56.1 million on a $12 million budget. It’s since been celebrated as a landmark teen movie that still feels fresh and funny decades later. If you love Bridesmaids‘ humor and focus on female relationships, Clueless is essential viewing.
17. Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011)
Crazy, Stupid, Love is a charming romantic comedy with an all-star ensemble. Steve Carell stars as a newly single dad who gets a makeover and learns how to pick up women from a smooth-talking player (Ryan Gosling). The multi-generational storylines also involve Carell’s son’s crush on his babysitter and Gosling’s unexpected connection with a law student (Emma Stone).
While it’s less raunchy than Bridesmaids, Crazy, Stupid, Love delivers plenty of laughs and heart. The cast has incredible chemistry, especially the unlikely bromance between Carell and Gosling. Stone and Gosling’s banter crackles, hinting at their future pairings in Gangster Squad and La La Land.
Crazy, Stupid, Love was a box office hit, grossing $145 million on a $50 million budget. It’s a great pick if you’re in the mood for a smart, sweet, and funny rom-com with an amazing cast.
18. Pitch Perfect (2012)
Pitch Perfect is another female-fronted comedy gem. Anna Kendrick stars as Beca, a college freshman who reluctantly joins her school’s all-girl a cappella group, The Barden Bellas. As they compete against their male rivals, Beca helps the ragtag group find their voice.
Like Bridesmaids, Pitch Perfect has a fantastic ensemble of funny women, including Rebel Wilson, Anna Camp, and Brittany Snow. It’s packed with hilarious one-liners, memorable musical numbers, and a sweet message about embracing your weird. Made for just $17 million, Pitch Perfect was a sleeper hit, grossing $115 million worldwide. It even launched a franchise, with two sequels released in 2015 and 2017.
19. The First Wives Club (1996)
The First Wives Club is a revenge comedy classic starring Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler, and Diane Keaton. They play three former college friends who reunite at a funeral and discover they’ve all been dumped by their husbands for younger women. The trio decides to get even, hatching an elaborate plan to hit their exes where it hurts.
While the plot is different than Bridesmaids, The First Wives Club has the same celebration of female friendship and plenty of sharp, snarky humor. Hawn, Midler, and Keaton are a comedic dream team, playing off each other brilliantly. The movie was a huge hit, grossing over $180 million on a $30 million budget. If you love watching funny women take down the patriarchy, queue up this ’90s favorite.
Conclusion
If you adore Bridesmaids and are craving more female-fronted comedies packed with raunchy laughs and heartfelt friendship moments, this list has you covered. From other wedding romps like Bachelorette and Bride Wars to wild girls’ trips in Girls Trip and Rough Night, there’s something for every mood. Teen comedy classics Mean Girls and Clueless are always worth a revisit. Booksmart, Trainwreck, and The First Wives Club prove that no one can deliver a punchline like a group of funny women.
While Bridesmaids remains the gold standard, these 19 films capture a similar spirit with their iconic characters, non-stop jokes, and celebration of messy, realistic female friendships. They’ll make you laugh until you cry, feel seen in all your quirky glory, and want to call your best friend immediately after. Grab your favorite gal pals, pop some popcorn, and settle in for a hilarious movie night with these Bridesmaids-esque comedy gems. Your face will hurt from smiling so much – but it’s so worth it.
