Movies like I'll Do Anything

Tropic Thunder offers a satirical look at the movie-making process through the lens of an action film's production gone awry. Its blend of industry satire and character-driven comedy provides the same kind of tongue-in-cheek commentary on Hollywood that audiences enjoy in I'll Do Anything.

This movie, starring Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt, explores the unlikely relationships formed between a reclusive writer, a single mother, and a gay artist. Someone who enjoys the character-driven, emotional complexity and witty dialogue of I'll Do Anything would likely appreciate the blend of comedy and drama in As Good as It Gets.

Get Shorty stars John Travolta as a mobster who moves to Hollywood to become a movie producer, and it humorously intertwines the worlds of crime and filmmaking. The playful take on industry politics and character quirks echoes the satirical nature of I'll Do Anything.

The Player is a satirical film that takes a cynical look at Hollywood's film industry, much like I'll Do Anything does. The film features Tim Robbins as a studio executive who becomes embroiled in a murder mystery, providing a darkly comedic perspective that fans of I'll Do Anything's showbiz-centric story may enjoy.

Funny People, directed by Judd Apatow, follows the life of a stand-up comedian after a life-changing diagnosis, blending comedy with serious moments. It mirrors the dramatic and comedic aspects of I'll Do Anything and provides a look inside the personal lives of entertainers.

Starring Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy, Bowfinger is a comedy about an aspiring filmmaker's attempts to shoot a movie with a renowned Hollywood star without him knowing. Much like I'll Do Anything, Bowfinger presents a humorous take on the lengths people will go to succeed in show business.

Another comedic take on the film industry, America's Sweethearts showcases a cast of characters dealing with the fallout of a high-profile Hollywood couple's breakup. Viewers who appreciate I'll Do Anything's behind-the-scenes look at entertainment will likely find America's Sweethearts both humorous and poignant.