The Best Jonah Hill Movies
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- 1Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, Christopher Mintz-PlasseSuperbad is a coming-of-age comedy that navigates the tumultuous terrain of teenage life. Seth (Jonah Hill) and Evan (Michael Cera), high school seniors, aim to lose their virginity before graduation. Aided by their unpredictable friend Fogell (Christopher Mintz-Plasse), who adopts the infamous alias 'McLovin', they embark on a wild night of misadventures. Their quest for alcohol and female attention involves dodging irresponsible cops and navigating raucous parties. Directed by Greg Mottola and written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, the film provides an honest, humorous glimpse into adolescent anxieties amidst chaotic circumstances.More Superbad
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- #32 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #361 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- 2Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, Brie LarsonIn 21 Jump Street, Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum), two underachieving cops, are sent back to high school in an undercover operation. Their mission is to bring down a synthetic drug ring run by the popular kid, Eric (Dave Franco). As they navigate teenage drama and old high school rivalries, they must avoid blowing their cover. This action-comedy, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, won the Golden Trailer award for Best Comedy Poster. It's a comedic twist on crime dramas with a dash of nostalgic high school reminiscence.More 21 Jump Street
- #424 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #487 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- #36 of 93 onThe 85+ Best Stoner Comedies Ever
- 3Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot RobbieIn the riveting film The Wolf of Wall Street, we follow the life of Jordan Belfort (Leonardo DiCaprio), a Wall Street stockbroker. Driven by ambition, he plunges headfirst into a world of greed and excess. His right-hand man, Donnie Azoff (Jonah Hill), aids him in his unscrupulous endeavors. The movie, directed by Martin Scorsese, showcases their rise to immense wealth and subsequent fall into crime and corruption. It's a tale fraught with fraud, manipulation, and the relentless pursuit of power. This critically acclaimed drama won multiple awards for its exceptional storytelling and stellar performances.More The Wolf of Wall Street
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- #574 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- #179 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- 4Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour HoffmanMoneyball is a sports drama that dives into the world of American baseball. Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) is the general manager of the Oakland Athletics, a team struggling with financial constraints. With his conventional methods failing him, Beane turns to Peter Brand (Jonah Hill), a Yale economics graduate with radical ideas about assessing players' value. Together, they challenge traditional baseball recruitment strategies using statistical analysis and data-driven decisions. This unique approach sparks controversy but ultimately revolutionizes the game. Based on a true story, Moneyball earned six Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Pitt, and Best Supporting Actor for Hill.More Moneyball
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- 5Seth Rogen, James Franco, Jonah HillIn the comedic horror film This Is the End, Hollywood's funny guys find themselves facing an apocalypse of biblical proportions. Seth Rogen (as himself) hosts a party with his fellow actors, including Jay Baruchel (as himself), James Franco (as himself), and Jonah Hill (as himself). The gathering, intended for fun, takes a terrifying turn when cataclysmic events begin to unfold. As society crumbles outside their fortress home, friendships are tested while they struggle for survival. With demons roaming the earth and supplies dwindling, these actors must confront their worst nightmares in a world where fame is meaningless.More This Is the End
- #555 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
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- 6Steve Carell, Catherine Keener, Paul RuddThe 40-Year-Old Virgin is a comedic exploration of late-blooming adulthood, starring Steve Carell as Andy Stitzer, a man who has managed to avoid life's intimate interactions. The movie, directed by Judd Apatow, follows the journey of Andy as his friends David (Paul Rudd), Jay (Romany Malco), and Cal (Seth Rogen) discover his secret and embark on a mission to end his virgin status. Through their misadventures and Andy's burgeoning relationship with Trish (Catherine Keener), the film delves into themes of friendship, love, and the pressures of societal norms. This light-hearted comedy won an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance by Carell.More The 40-Year-Old Virgin
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- 7Jason Segel, Kristen Bell, Mila KunisIn the comedic romp Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Peter Bretter (Jason Segel) is a down-on-his-luck musician struggling to move on from his television star ex-girlfriend, Sarah Marshall (Kristen Bell). In an attempt to heal, he takes an impromptu trip to Hawaii, only to find himself at the same resort as Sarah and her new rockstar boyfriend, Aldous Snow (Russell Brand). Amidst the tropical backdrop, hilarity ensues as Peter navigates heartbreak, unexpected friendships with hotel staff like Rachel Jansen (Mila Kunis), and the complexities of love.
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- 8Seth Rogen, Katherine Heigl, Paul RuddRising journalist Alison Scott (Katherine Heigl) hits a serious bump in the road after a one-night stand with irresponsible slacker Ben Stone (Seth Rogen) results in pregnancy. Rather than raise the baby on her own, she decides to give Ben a chance to prove he is father material. However, he is unsure if he is ready to be a parent, and both wonder if they would be compatible lifetime partners.More Knocked Up
- #498 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #30 of 93 onThe 85+ Best Stoner Comedies Ever
- #41 of 139 onThe Best Movies Of 2007
- 9Jonah Hill, Russell Brand, Elisabeth MossGet Him to the Greek is a riotous ride in the world of music and mayhem. Aaron Green (Jonah Hill), an ambitious young record company executive, is given the Herculean task of escorting out-of-control British rock star Aldous Snow (Russell Brand) from London to Los Angeles for a comeback concert. The journey unfolds with unexpected detours, involving wild nights, run-ins with the law, and hilarious mishaps. This film, directed by Nicholas Stoller, is a standout piece in the comedy genre, delivering relentless laughter while exploring the highs and lows of fame.More Get Him to the Greek
- #45 of 93 onThe 85+ Best Stoner Comedies Ever
- #496 of 631 onThe 600+ Funniest Movies Of All Time
- #12 of 28 onThe Best Judd Apatow Movies
- 10Jonah Hill, Max Records, Ari GraynorNoah Griffith (Jonah Hill) is stuck in a rut; he's been kicked out of college, and his self-absorbed girlfriend, Marisa (Ari Graynor), treats him poorly. All Noah wants to do these days is watch TV, but as a favor to his mother, he agrees to baby-sit a neighbor's three freakish children: Slater (Max Records), Blithe (Landry Bender) and Rodrigo (Kevin Hernandez). Coerced to score some drugs for Marisa in exchange for sex, Noah must take the terrible trio along on a wild odyssey through New York.
- 11Justin Long, Jonah Hill, Blake LivelyIn Accepted, Bartleby Gaines (Justin Long) finds himself rejected by every college he applied to. Not ready to face the disappointment, he concocts a plan - create a fake university. With his friends, Sherman Schrader (Jonah Hill), Hands Holloway (Columbus Short), and Glen (Adam Herschman), they transform an abandoned psychiatric hospital into the South Harmon Institute of Technology. Their ruse becomes wildly successful, attracting other students also rejected by traditional colleges. But when their deception draws the attention of education authorities, Bartleby must fight to keep his university alive, teaching us that acceptance comes in many forms.More Accepted
- #581 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #83 of 101 onThe Best Movies Of 2006
- #11 of 71 onThe 70 Best College Movies
- 12Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Jonah HillIn Glenview, Ohio, four pals -- Evan (Ben Stiller), Bob (Vince Vaughn), Franklin (Jonah Hill) and Jamarcus (Richard Ayoade) -- form a neighborhood watch group. Armed with flashlights, walkie-talkies and spiffy new jackets, the guys try to take their mission seriously, even if they spend a little time goofing off now and then. But when they discover aliens living among them, and no one believes their story, they learn that they have to kick things up a notch to save the world from annihilation.More The Watch
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- #170 of 178 onThe 150+ Best Movies With Aliens
- #24 of 36 onThe 36 Funniest Alien Movies, From "Mars Attacks!" to "Thor: Ragnarok"
- 13Doris Roberts, Allen Covert, Shirley JonesWhen he and his roommate can't pay their rent, video game creator Alex (Allen Covert) finds himself homeless and moves in with Lilly (Doris Roberts), his wacky grandmother. Lilly and her elderly pals like to hang out in front of the television all day, but their constant presence puts a damper on Alex's social life and pot smoking. Alex wants to court co-worker Samantha (Linda Cardellini), but he's preoccupied by a rivalry with another game designer, so the would-be relationship is in limbo.More Grandma's Boy
- #8 of 93 onThe 85+ Best Stoner Comedies Ever
- #591 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #67 of 101 onThe Best Movies Of 2006
- 14Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America FerreraIn the animated fantasy film How to Train Your Dragon, Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) is a young Viking who, unlike his tribe, isn't keen on killing dragons. Stoick (Gerard Butler), Hiccup's father and village chieftain, struggles to understand his son's pacifist tendencies. During one of the dragon raids, Hiccup injures a Night Fury dragon named Toothless. Instead of finishing him off, he befriends him. This unlikely friendship challenges the village's draconian norms and leads to a shift in their way of life. The movie, directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders, won the Annie Award for Best Animated Feature.More How to Train Your Dragon
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- #158 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- #55 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- 15Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt, Tina FeyMegaMind is a dynamic animation film that takes the superhero genre and flips it on its head. The story revolves around MegaMind (voiced by Will Ferrell), an intellectual super-villain who suddenly finds life boring after he defeats his nemesis, Metro Man (Brad Pitt). In a twist of events, MegaMind creates a new hero, Titan (Jonah Hill), to keep things interesting. However, when Titan decides to use his powers for evil, MegaMind must step up and save the day. It's a humorous take on classic superhero tropes with memorable characters and witty dialogue, offering viewers a fresh perspective on heroism and villainy.More MegaMind
- #67 of 450 onThe 400+ Best Animated Kids Movies
- #94 of 188 onThe 180+ Top Kids Movies
- #18 of 45 onThe 40+ Best Family Sci-Fi Movies
- 16Adam Sandler, Kate Beckinsale, Christopher WalkenIn Click, Michael Newman (Adam Sandler) is an overworked architect juggling career demands and family life. He stumbles upon a remote control, handed to him by the eccentric Morty (Christopher Walken). This isn't your everyday device; it controls time. With a click, Michael can fast-forward through unpleasant or tedious moments in life. As he starts to misuse this power, he realizes the cost of his choices. The movie uniquely blends comedy, drama, and fantasy elements, delivering a thought-provoking narrative on life's fleeting moments. Kate Beckinsale plays Donna, Michael's loving wife caught within his temporal manipulations.More Click
- #58 of 101 onThe Best Movies Of 2006
- #452 of 632 onThe 600+ Funniest Movies Of All Time
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- 17Jay Baruchel, Cate Blanchett, Gerard ButlerFive years have passed since Hiccup and Toothless united the dragons and Vikings of Berk. Now, they spend their time charting the island's unmapped territories. During one of their adventures, the pair discover a secret cave that houses hundreds of wild dragons -- and a mysterious dragon rider who turns out to be Hiccup's long-lost mother, Valka (Cate Blanchett). Hiccup and Toothless then find themselves at the center of a battle to protect Berk from a power-hungry warrior named Drago.
- #53 of 450 onThe 400+ Best Animated Kids Movies
- #29 of 80 onThe Best Adventure Movies For Kids
- #16 of 22 onThe Best Animated Movies With Tiny Characters
- 18John C. Reilly, Jenna Fischer, Raymond J. BarryIn the comedic biopic, Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, we follow the life of Dewey Cox (John C. Reilly), a fictional musician who overcomes adversity to rise as an iconic music legend. The film parodies other musical biographies and is filled with original songs performed by Reilly himself. From his humble beginnings in Springberry, Alabama, to his tumultuous career marked by addiction, multiple marriages, and countless hit records, the story spans five decades of Dewey's roller-coaster life. Jenna Fischer co-stars as Darlene Madison, Dewey's duet partner and true love. This film won a Grammy for its soundtrack.
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- 19Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen, Leslie MannIn Funny People, George Simmons (Adam Sandler) is a successful comedian who learns he has a terminal illness. He hires Ira Wright (Seth Rogen), an aspiring stand-up comic, to write jokes and be his personal assistant. As George's health degrades, the duo embarks on a journey of self-discovery, humor, and friendship. Also featuring Laura (Leslie Mann), George's past love, this comedy-drama directed by Judd Apatow explores the intricacies of life, fame, and relationships through a comedic lens. Despite its humorous undertones, Funny People delves deep into the human condition and the healing power of laughter.More Funny People
- 20Jim Carrey, Steve Carell, Amy PoehlerIn the animated adventure Horton Hears a Who!, Horton (Jim Carrey), an imaginative, amiable elephant, hears a faint cry for help from a tiny speck of dust floating through the air. Unbeknownst to him, this speck houses an entire city named Whoville, inhabited by microscopic beings called Whos. The Mayor of Whoville (Steve Carell) teams up with Horton to protect their world from threats that can obliterate it entirely. Based on Dr. Seuss's classic children's book, this movie is an enchanting tale that fuses humor, intriguing characters and thought-provoking messages about courage and friendship.More Horton Hears a Who!
- #527 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #182 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- #133 of 450 onThe 400+ Best Animated Kids Movies
- 21Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Jonah HillMark Bellison (Ricky Gervais) is a down-on-his-luck writer who lives in world where falsehoods are completely unknown. When Mark suddenly develops the ability to lie, the notion that "honesty is the best policy" goes out the window, and he uses his newfound skill for personal gain.More The Invention of Lying
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- 22Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Amy AdamsIn Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) is back, now as a successful inventor and entrepreneur. The exhibits at his old workplace, the Natural History Museum, are being shipped to federal storage at the Smithsonian Institution. Amidst this change, the magical Egyptian tablet that brings museum exhibits to life gets misplaced. This leads to an all-out battle between good and evil exhibits in the world's largest museum complex. With his old friends like Teddy Roosevelt (Robin Williams), Sacagawea (Mizuo Peck), and new ones such as Amelia Earhart (Amy Adams), Larry must save the day once again. This adventure comedy sequel is a rollercoaster ride packed with humor, history, and action.
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- 23John C. Reilly, Jonah Hill, Marisa TomeiSeven years after his divorce, John (John C. Reilly) has given up hope that he will find love again. Then he meets Molly (Marisa Tomei), and romance quickly blossoms. But she is unusually hesitant to bring him to her house and, when he secretly follows her home, he learns why: Cyrus (Jonah Hill), Molly's grown son, refuses to share her with anyone. John soon finds himself locked in a battle of wills with a possessive man-child.More Cyrus
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- 24Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl StreepTwo low-level astronomers must go on a giant media tour to warn mankind of an approaching comet that will destroy planet Earth.
- 25Steve Carell, Morgan Freeman, Lauren GrahamEvan Almighty is a charming blend of comedy and fantasy. Evan Baxter (Steve Carell), a newly elected congressman, sees his life turn upside down when he's asked by God (Morgan Freeman) to build an ark in preparation for a great flood. Amid the turmoil, Evan struggles with public opinion, family dynamics, and his own skepticism. This follow-up to Bruce Almighty offers a quirky take on the biblical story of Noah's Ark, entwining humor with a message about environmental responsibility. The film features notable performances from Lauren Graham as Evan's wife and John Goodman as a dubious fellow congressman.More Evan Almighty
- #563 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
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- 26Steve Zahn, Allen Covert, Jonah HillPeter Gaulke takes over, when his father, a respected wildlife TV host dies, but receives far less success. When the show is threatened with cancellation, Peter and his know-nothing crew of stoners and idiots realize that only one creature can save the show: Bigfoot.More Strange Wilderness
- #60 of 93 onThe 85+ Best Stoner Comedies Ever
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- 27Seth Rogen, Jay BaruchelJay and Seth versus the Apocalypse is a 2007 short comedy film written by Evan Goldberg and Jason Stone, and directed by Stone. The film, designed as a roughly one-and-a-half minute movie trailer for YouTube but conceived as a 9-minute short, stars actors Seth Rogen and Jay Baruchel. It was adapted into a feature film, This Is the End, and was finally released in full on its full-length counterpart's Blu-ray release. Jay and Seth versus the Apocalypse follows the two friends and actors who have shut themselves in their apartment and argue over their predicament during some unspecified end-of-the-world event.
- 28Morgan Freeman, Paz Vega, Bobby CannavaleAn actor (Morgan Freeman) who is considering the role of a supermarket manager arrives at a grocery store on the outskirts of Los Angeles to do some field research. He subsequently becomes stranded, without a car or cell phone, and accepts a ride home with Scarlet (Paz Vega), a cashier who is about to interview for a new job. The actor rediscovers the essence of his craft while helping Scarlet gain the confidence she needs to change her life.
- 29Jason Schwartzman, Isabelle Huppert, Dustin HoffmanEnvironmentalist Albert (Jason Schwartzman) enlists the services of "existential detectives" Bernard (Dustin Hoffman) and Vivian (Lily Tomlin) to solve the meaning of a succession of strange coincidences. The investigators conclude that the backstabbing Brad (Jude Law) -- a public relations manager at big-box retailer Huckabees -- is at the root of Albert's angst. Brad tries to turn the tables, however, by hiring the philosophic duo for his own nefarious purposes.More I Heart Huckabees
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- 30Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will ArnettIn The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part, we return to the vibrant, blocky universe of Bricksburg, now transformed into a Mad-Max-style dystopian wasteland known as Apocalypseburg. Emmet Brickowski (Chris Pratt), our perpetually optimistic protagonist, faces his biggest challenge yet. An alien invasion led by General Mayhem (Stephanie Beatriz) and Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi (Tiffany Haddish) has abducted his friends, including tough-as-nails Lucy (Elizabeth Banks). This adventure-comedy sequel, directed by Mike Mitchell, features an intriguing mix of surreal humor, clever pop-culture references, and unexpected musical numbers. As Emmet embarks on a daring intergalactic rescue mission, he confronts his fears and learns valuable lessons about friendship and self-belief.
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