Movies like The Amateurs

Zack and Miri Make a Porno tells the story of two friends who resort to making an adult film to pay the bills. The film's balance of crude humor with a surprisingly sweet core mirrors the risqué subject matter handled benignly in The Amateurs.

Galaxy Quest playfully parodies sci-fi shows and their fan cultures, following a group of actors from a space-adventure series who become involved in a real interstellar conflict. Its blend of fan-driven antics and character comedy will likely appeal to those who enjoyed the premise and humor of The Amateurs.

In The Full Monty, a group of unemployed men form a striptease act to earn money. The movie shares a common theme of ordinary people taking an unconventional path to solve their problems, much like the characters in The Amateurs do.

Another creation of Christopher Guest, Best in Show follows the eccentric owners and their pets competing in a prestigious dog show. The improvisational comedy and ensemble cast dynamics echo the communal feel and character-driven narrative seen in The Amateurs.

The Producers focuses on two theater producers who concoct a scheme to stage a surefire flop. The hijinks and humorous look at the behind-the-scenes aspect of putting on a production bear similarity to the community-driven project in The Amateurs.

This mockumentary-style comedy similarly delves into the endeavors of small-town characters with big dreams, focusing on the production of a local play. Fans of The Amateurs' offbeat humor and underdog story will enjoy the quirky portrayals and satirical tone of Waiting for Guffman.

Bowfinger, starring Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy, is about a down-and-out filmmaker who goes to hilarious lengths to include a famous actor in his low-budget movie. The film's depiction of filmmaking on a shoestring budget and its comic sensibility align well with the tone of The Amateurs.

A Mighty Wind is another mockumentary from Christopher Guest, which focuses on folk musicians reuniting for a tribute concert. The film's comical treatment of earnest characters and their passions makes this a fitting recommendation for those who appreciated the heart and humor of The Amateurs.