Movies like Big Business

Trading Places serves as a classic comedy of errors, where the lives of an upper-crust executive and a street hustler collide due to a cruel bet by wealthy tycoons. Fans of Big Business will revel in the social commentary, the switcheroo antics, and the sharp humor that also define this film.

Mrs. Doubtfire features Robin Williams in an unforgettable role, disguising himself as a female housekeeper to be closer to his children. The film's comedic approach to disguise and family ties aligns well with the light-hearted enjoyment found in Big Business.

The Parent Trap, whether it's the original or the Lindsay Lohan remake, is centered around the delightful mix-up of twins separated at birth and later reunited. It offers the same kind of mistaken identity humor and family-friendly fun that makes Big Business an enjoyable watch.

Freaky Friday takes the switching places theme into the realm of body-swapping, as a mother and daughter experience life in each other's shoes. It crafts a comic tableau similar to Big Business, with heartwarming moments and lessons about understanding and reconciliation.

Twins brings to the screen the unlikely brotherly bond between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito, who, despite their stark physical contrasts, discover they're twins. Like Big Business, it explores the humor in family and mistaken identities, spun into a narrative that comedy lovers enjoy.

Sister Act features Whoopi Goldberg as a lounge singer who goes undercover as a nun. This comedy capitalizes on the hilarity of someone finding themselves out of their element, much like the country-born-city-dwelling protagonists in Big Business.

Tootsie showcases Dustin Hoffman as an actor who reinvents himself as a female alter ego to land a role on a soap opera. Sharing a mix of the dressing up and personality swap elements with Big Business, this film is a hit for those who appreciate classic, situational comedies.