Movies like Trial and Error

With its courtroom comedy setup, My Cousin Vinny shares Trial and Error's blending of legal drama and humor, as an inexperienced lawyer finds himself in over his head with hilarious consequences. Fans of Jonathon Lynn's direction in Trial and Error will appreciate his similar style here.

Another courtroom comedy, Liar Liar stars Jim Carrey as a lawyer who cannot lie for 24 hours due to his son's birthday wish. The film's blend of legal mishaps and family elements make it a close cousin to Trial and Error.

The Whole Nine Yards, featuring a mix-up involving a hitman and an unsuspecting man, showcases similar slapstick and situational comedy found in Trial and Error, making it a hit for those who enjoy their crime with a side of laughter.

A Fish Called Wanda combines elements of crime, romance, and comedy, presenting a story filled with mishaps and misunderstandings that fans of Trial and Error will find both engaging and hilarious.

Intolerable Cruelty's combination of legal intrigue and romantic comedy starring George Clooney and Catherine Zeta-Jones will resonate with fans of Trial and Error for its lighthearted take on the otherwise serious realm of law.

This family comedy, while not centered around a courtroom, involves a misunderstanding and culture clash when a businessman discovers he has a son raised in the jungle. Its humor and fish-out-of-water scenario echo the comedic tone found in Trial and Error.

Legal Eagles mixes romance, comedy, and legal drama with Robert Redford and Debra Winger starring as lawyers caught in a high-stakes art theft case. Its light-hearted approach to the legal profession keeps it aligned with the same entertaining spirit as Trial and Error.