Movies like Ishtar (1987)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like Ishtar, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. The Blues Brothers

    #881 most popular movie yesterday

    The Blues Brothers, featuring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd as the titular characters, blends musical performances with action and comedy in a way that mirrors Ishtar's own convergence of genres. Fans looking for more shenanigans framed by a musical quest will jive with the adventures of Jake and Elwood Blues.

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    2. Planes, Trains and Automobiles

    #1,847 most popular movie yesterday

    John Candy and Steve Martin deliver memorable performances in this travel disaster movie. Similar to Ishtar, Planes, Trains and Automobiles deals with an ill-matched pair embroiled in comedic misadventures while struggling to get home, making it a hit for those who appreciate a mix of heart and humor.

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    3. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

    #3,120 most popular movie yesterday

    Michael Caine and Steve Martin star in this clever comedy about two con men trying to settle their rivalry. Much like Ishtar, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels showcases the humorous side of deception and petty crime, with a focus on partnership dynamics and comedic chemistry.

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    4. Bowfinger

    #3,764 most popular movie yesterday

    Bowfinger, featuring Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy, explores the ridiculous lengths an aspiring filmmaker goes to in order to produce a movie. Its unconventional approach to the creation of art and stardom, much like Ishtar's portrayal of show business, delivers laughs against the backdrop of Hollywood.

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    5. Spies Like Us

    #3,847 most popular movie yesterday

    In this comedy romp, Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd star as bumbling would-be spies caught in over their heads. Fans of Ishtar's mix of espionage and slapstick will find a familiar comedic rhythm in Spies Like Us, as the protagonists navigate international intrigue with ineptitude and accidental genius.

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    6. Fletch

    #4,006 most popular movie yesterday

    Chevy Chase plays an investigative reporter who gets caught up in a web of lies and disguises. Like Ishtar, Fletch combines elements of mystery and humor, with a protagonist who is both sardonic and accidentally heroic.

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    7. The Man Who Knew Too Little

    #5,756 most popular movie yesterday

    Bill Murray stars in this comedy as a man mistaken for a spy, which inevitably leads to a series of comedic situations. Fans of Ishtar's accidental espionage will enjoy The Man Who Knew Too Little, where the main character navigates dangerous territory with hilarious obliviousness.