Movies like Planes, Trains and Automobiles

Although a darker comedy and more serious in nature, Trainspotting's theme of an unconventional journey makes it resonate with the theme of travel and personal discovery, albeit in a very different context.

A musical comedy starring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, The Blues Brothers is about a duo on a mission from God. The film's iconic car chases and comedic disasters parallel the unpredictability and humor found in Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

The Hangover delivers a comedic journey of friends trying to piece together the events of a wild night in Las Vegas. The strong chemistry among the leads and the ensuing misadventures recall the entertaining dynamics of Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

In Rain Man, Tom Cruise's character discovers he has an autistic brother, played by Dustin Hoffman. They embark on a cross-country trip that challenges and ultimately strengthens their bond. The film mixes elements of drama and comedy in a road trip setting.

Midnight Run is a buddy road movie featuring Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin as an unlikely pair, one a bounty hunter and the other a former mob accountant. Their cross-country chase is both action-packed and hilariously entertaining, echoing the odd-couple theme.

While it's an animated feature, Planes offers the themes of travel and overcoming obstacles along the way. It presents an enjoyable, family-friendly experience with a focus on aviation, much like the airplane segment in Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

This comedy classic stars Chris Farley and David Spade on a road trip to save the family business. It captures the spirit of mismatched companions on a journey filled with comedic mishaps, making it a strong contender for fans of Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

Due Date follows the misadventures of an odd couple forced to travel together, much like in Planes, Trains and Automobiles. The film's road trip dynamic, along with situational humor and the evolving relationship between two very different characters, provides a similar vibe.