Movies like Year One

This satirical comedy led by Sacha Baron Cohen as a tyrannical ruler navigating America provides a humorous take on dictatorship and democracy. But it's the film's irreverent humor and willingness to push boundaries that will resonate with viewers who enjoyed the comedic style of Year One.

While Enchanted is more of a fairy-tale comedy than a historical spoof, its fish-out-of-water story arc featuring a princess adjusting to modern life shares the theme of culture clash that’s prevalent in Year One, albeit with a more magical twist.

In this family-friendly comedy, Steve Carell's character is tasked by God to build an ark in preparation for a great flood, which plays into the same biblical-era humor that is explored in Year One. Its light-hearted approach to ancient stories will appeal to those who enjoyed the biblical parodies in Year One.

Although animated, The Croods takes viewers on a prehistoric adventure, exploring themes of discovery and family dynamics with humor and heart. Its stone-age setting and comedic tone make it a good fit for audiences who found Year One's setting and humor entertaining.

Parodying historical and pop culture subjects, particularly the film 300, Meet the Spartans' comedic sensibility and spoof nature make it akin to Year One's lampooning of ancient times and historical figures.

Land of the Lost offers a comedic take on the adventure and survival genre, sending Will Ferrell and his companions on a ridiculous journey through time. Full of slapstick humor and fantastical scenarios, fans of Year One's absurdity will likely find familiar laughs here.

Mike Myers delivers his signature style of comedy in The Love Guru, focusing on an eccentric character helping a troubled couple — a style that aligns with the oddball humor and character work seen in Year One.

Set in a medieval fantasy world, this raunchy comedy involving knights, magic, and mythical creatures parallels the comedic tone found in Year One. With Danny McBride leading both films, fans of his humor will appreciate the similar comedic beats.