Movies like Down Periscope

Fans of 'Down Periscope' will enjoy 'Major Payne' for its humorous take on military life and training. The movie follows a hardened Marine Corps officer who struggles to tame a group of misfit JROTC cadets.

'Stripes' is another military comedy akin to 'Down Periscope' that combines irreverence with patriotism. It stars Bill Murray and Harold Ramis as two friends who join the Army on a whim and find themselves in hilarious situations.

'Hot Shots!' parodies the military and action film genres, much like 'Down Periscope' pokes fun at naval life. Its over-the-top humor and situations make it another laugh-filled experience for those who enjoy military comedies.

This classic comedy shares with 'Down Periscope' the theme of misfits in the military. 'Private Benjamin' features Goldie Hawn as a pampered woman who joins the Army after her life falls apart and finds strength and self-respect in her new life.

Much like 'Down Periscope', 'Renaissance Man' tells the story of an unconventional teacher who, though lacking military know-how, inspires a group of Army recruits with his unique style of education, leading to humorous yet heartfelt results.

Starring Pauly Shore, 'In the Army Now' appeals to fans of 'Down Periscope' through its slapstick humor and portrayal of unlikely heroes in the military. The film follows two slackers who join the Army Reserve and find themselves in the middle of the desert warfare.

As a remake of the 1960s television series, 'McHale's Navy' maintains a comedic kinship with 'Down Periscope'. Both films feature military misfits who prove their worth through unconventional means and outlandish shenanigans at sea.