Movies like How to Beat the High Cost of Living (1980)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like How to Beat the High Cost of Living, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. A League of Their Own

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    While A League of Their Own is not about crime, it shares the strong female ensemble cast and the light-hearted approach to its subject matter seen in How to Beat the High Cost of Living. The film's spirit of women overcoming societal challenges in World War II-era America is both inspiring and entertaining.

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    2. Fun with Dick and Jane

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    The 1977 version of Fun with Dick and Jane shares a similar storyline to How to Beat the High Cost of Living, with a middle-class couple turning to crime to maintain their lifestyle after facing sudden unemployment. The humor and social satire make it a great match for audiences who enjoy a comedy about financial desperation.

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    3. The First Wives Club

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    Fans of How to Beat the High Cost of Living will appreciate the wit and charm of The First Wives Club, which brings together a trio of women seeking revenge on their ex-husbands. Their plots and the strong friendship between the women make it similar in spirit and theme.

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    4. The Heat

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    The Heat stars Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy as an odd couple of law enforcers. It's not about economic woes, but its focus on two women forming an unlikely alliance in a comedic, action-packed setting should resonate with fans of movies that center around strong female relationships.

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    5. Ruthless People

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    Ruthless People is a comedy about a wealthy couple with a twisted sense of humor and a penchant for crime, much like the leads in How to Beat the High Cost of Living. Their schemes and the resulting chaos are sure to entertain viewers looking for clever comedies involving crime.

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    6. Mad Money

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    Mad Money features three women who, facing personal financial crises, decide to rob the Federal Reserve. It's a heist comedy that showcases female empowerment and camaraderie, akin to How to Beat the High Cost of Living, but with a modern twist.

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    7. Outrageous Fortune

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    In Outrageous Fortune, two very different women find out they've been dating the same man and embark on a wild adventure after he goes missing. The mix of comedy and adventure, along with the female duo's resilience, aligns with the themes in How to Beat the High Cost of Living.