Movies like Meet the Applegates

Edward Scissorhands, directed by Tim Burton, features the fantastical and gothic tale of an artificial man with scissors for hands, blending into suburban life. Its mix of dark humor and suburban satire aligns with the tone of Meet the Applegates, offering a whimsical yet poignant critique of society.

Little Shop of Horrors is a horror comedy musical about a meek florist and his bloodthirsty plant. Much like Meet the Applegates, it blends humor with elements of horror and features an ordinary setting turned extraordinary, making it a fun and engaging film for anyone with a taste for dark comedy.

Mars Attacks! is a campy sci-fi comedy directed by Tim Burton that pokes fun at the genre's clichés through an alien invasion storyline. With its satirical edge and ensemble cast, fans of Meet the Applegates' eccentric humor and offbeat take on the American family will find enjoyment in this quirky invasion romp.

Coneheads, based on the popular SNL sketch, tells the story of an alien family trying to fit into human society. Its comedic exploration of the collision between otherworldly beings and mundane suburban existence parallels the themes found in Meet the Applegates, making it a suitable recommendation for fans of suburban-alien comedies.

The 'Burbs offers a satirical look at suburban life and its idiosyncrasies, much like Meet the Applegates. Starring Tom Hanks, this dark comedy plunges into the paranoia and eccentricity of neighborhood life, presenting a bizarre yet comical series of events that a viewer who enjoys quirky social satires will surely appreciate.

Serial Mom, directed by John Waters, is a black comedy that follows a seemingly typical suburban housewife with a penchant for murder. With a satirical take on the squeaky-clean image of suburban life, it resonates with the subversive humor found in Meet the Applegates and should entertain viewers fond of twisted domestic tales.

The Stepford Wives, both the 1975 original and the 2004 remake, tells the story of a community of eerily perfect wives. Its satirical take on the conformity and perfectionism demanded by suburban culture offers an intriguing counterpart to the themes explored in Meet the Applegates.

Parents is a dark comedy from the perspective of a young boy who suspects his 1950s suburban parents of cannibalism. This film mirrors Meet the Applegates' blend of domestic life with macabre and darkly comic elements, making it a compelling watch for those who like combining the mundane with the morbid.