Movies like The Gods Must Be Crazy

Crocodile Dundee's storyline, which brings a rugged Australian bushman to the urban jungle of New York City, creates a comedic culture clash akin to the one experienced by the Kalahari Bushman in The Gods Must Be Crazy.

Although more explicitly slapstick, George of the Jungle entertains a similar humor to The Gods Must Be Crazy. It's a live-action adaptation of the cartoon of the same name and pokes fun at the 'fish out of water' trope.

As the direct sequel to The Gods Must Be Crazy, this film is a clear choice for fans of the original. It continues the blend of slapstick comedy and cultural commentary as the lovable protagonist, Xixo, once again encounters the oddities of the modern world.

This film stars Sean Connery as a scientist in the Amazon rainforest who discovers a cure for cancer. The clash between modern science and indigenous wisdom mirrors the cultural contrasts and comedy found in The Gods Must Be Crazy.

Local Hero is a charming film that, like The Gods Must Be Crazy, contrasts simple rural life with the complexities of the modern world. It tells the story of an American oil company representative sent to buy a small Scottish village and the unexpected emotional journey that ensues.

This heartwarming film has a similar gentle and comedic tone to The Gods Must Be Crazy. It revolves around the inhabitants of a Welsh village who go to great lengths to ensure their local hill is classified as a mountain.