1. The 'Burbs
#1,522 most popular movie yesterdayWhile not involving actual extraterrestrials, The 'Burbs showcases suburban misadventures with a creepy and comical twist. Viewers who like the suburban setting and the comedic paranoia of Doin' Time on Planet Earth will enjoy the same in The 'Burbs.
7 movies like The 'Burbs...2. Howard the Duck
#2,752 most popular movie yesterdayAs one of the more offbeat Marvel adaptations, Howard the Duck brings an extra-terrestrial duck to Earth and serves up a blend of comedy and light sci-fi. Its peculiar, campy flare might resonate with the audience of Doin' Time on Planet Earth.
6 movies like Howard the Duck...3. My Stepmother Is an Alien
#3,351 most popular movie yesterdayBlending sci-fi elements with comedy, My Stepmother Is an Alien presents a whimsical narrative about an otherworldly visitor, offering the same kind of playful take on human-alien relationships as seen in Doin' Time on Planet Earth.
8 movies like My Stepmother Is an Alien...4. Earth Girls Are Easy
#3,459 most popular movie yesterdayA colorful and campy tale that revels in its 80s vibe, featuring aliens who crash-land in California. Fans of Doin' Time on Planet Earth's quirky take on extraterrestrial encounters will appreciate the offbeat humor and romantic shenanigans in Earth Girls Are Easy.
8 movies like Earth Girls Are Easy...5. Suburban Commando
#5,447 most popular movie yesterdayA fish-out-of-water story where an intergalactic warrior adjusts to life in the suburbs, Suburban Commando provides a similar mix of science fiction and comedy that can be found in Doin' Time on Planet Earth.
6 movies like Suburban Commando...6. Spaced Invaders
#5,770 most popular movie yesterdayAliens misunderstanding Earth's culture set up the comedic plot of Spaced Invaders, much like the offbeat and awkward human-alien interactions in Doin' Time on Planet Earth, making it a fitting choice for fans looking for laughs and light-hearted alien encounters.
8 movies like Spaced Invaders...7. Mom and Dad Save the World
#6,809 most popular movie yesterdayThis family-friendly romp pits suburbanites against a galactic tyrant, merging sci-fi and slapstick comedy. It'll hit the same notes for audiences who enjoy the mix of familial dynamics and extraterrestrial themes in Doin' Time on Planet Earth.
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