Movies like Ed and His Dead Mother

Beetlejuice is a classic dark comedy about a deceased couple trying to scare away the new inhabitants of their home, with the help of a wild ghost named Beetlejuice. Its mix of the supernatural and humor, along with an eccentric spirit causing mayhem, makes it a perfect follow-up for fans of Ed and His Dead Mother's own ghostly storyline.

This film stars Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn as two women who drink a magic potion to maintain their youth, leading to a series of darkly comic situations. Those who appreciate the blend of morbidity with comedy in Ed and His Dead Mother will likely enjoy the similar tone and satirical look at vanity and mortality in Death Becomes Her.

Shaun of the Dead is a British horror-comedy that combines the mundanity of everyday life with the absurdity of a zombie apocalypse. Even though it's not American, its cult status and expert blend of humor, horror, and heart would resonate well with fans of Ed and His Dead Mother's dark humorous tones.

In Little Shop of Horrors, a florist discovers his plant has an appetite for human blood. While not identical in plot, the film's dark humor and the relationship between man and 'monster' are themes that might appeal to someone who likes the quirky, comedic horror aspects of Ed and His Dead Mother.

Weekend at Bernie's is a dark comedy about two employees who discover their boss is deceased but pretend he's alive to enjoy luxury. Audiences who delight in the macabre humor of Ed and His Dead Mother would find the morbidly funny premise and the antics surrounding the illusion of life in a corpse enjoyable.

The 'Burbs stars Tom Hanks and is centered around suburban residents who suspect their strange neighbors are murderers. The mix of paranoia, dark humor, and mystery in a suburban setting will resonate with viewers who enjoyed the eccentric neighborhood feel of Ed and His Dead Mother.

In My Boyfriend's Back, a teen returns from the dead to date his high-school crush, blending zombie elements with offbeat humor. Fans of Ed and His Dead Mother will appreciate the film's quirky take on love and the undead, as well as its irreverent approach to a heartwarming story of dedication beyond death.