Movies like Cabin Boy

A definitive spoof of disaster films, Airplane! is renowned for its rapid-fire gags and satirical humor. Although not based on a nautical theme, its absurdly funny nature and penchant for the ridiculous make it a great recommendation for those looking for laughs in the same vein as Cabin Boy.

Bill Murray stars in this satirical take on documentary filmmaking and ocean adventuring. The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou captures a peculiar ensemble cast in a stylistically unique story, resonating with the absurdist humor and nautical escapades found in Cabin Boy.

Another eccentric adventure, Pee-wee's Big Adventure follows the bizarre quest of Pee-wee Herman to find his stolen bicycle. This whimsical and comedic journey is infused with the kind of offbeat charm and imagination that fans of Cabin Boy are likely to appreciate.

Set at a summer camp during the 1980s, this cult classic comedy mocks the teen sex comedies of that era. With its irreverent humor and nonsensical plot, Wet Hot American Summer provides a similar kind of silly escapism that Cabin Boy fans would enjoy.

In this satirical take on superheroes, a ragtag team of inept crime-fighters must save the day. Mystery Men shares a similar vein of oddball characters and tongue-in-cheek comedy that might appeal to those who enjoy the irreverent style of Cabin Boy.

Weird Al Yankovic stars in this comedy about a man who becomes the manager of a low-budget UHF television station. UHF's zany and parodic humor, along with its slapstick gags, echo the absurdist and comedic style of Cabin Boy.

In this quirky comedy, Tom Hanks stars as Joe Banks, who embarks on a wild adventure after learning he has only a short time to live. Like Cabin Boy, Joe Versus the Volcano combines absurdity with a seafaring journey, offering a similar blend of strange humor and fantastical elements.