32 Best Movies like 21 Jump Street (2012)

If you appreciated the comedic partnership and wild undercover antics, 22 Jump Street is the natural next step, taking the outrageous buddy-cop formula to a new setting with even more over-the-top scenarios, keeping energy high while offering plenty of unexpected twists that playfully subvert sequel expectations.

After making their way through high school (twice), big changes are in store for officers Schmidt and Jenko when they go deep undercover at a local college. But when Jenko meets a kindred spirit on the football team, and Schmidt infiltrates the bohemian art major scene, they begin to question their partnership. Now they don't have to just crack the case - they have to figure out if they can have a mature relationship. If these two overgrown adolescents can grow from freshmen into real men, college might be the best thing that ever happened to them. 22 Jump Street is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 52m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 6.8 by 8,630 people. The movie made an estimated total of $331,333,876 in the box office.

Superbad thrives on socially awkward misadventures and hilarious high school embarrassment, making it an irresistible pick for anyone drawn to films powered by quick banter and the unpredictable chaos of adolescence. Its sharp comedic timing and memorable characters make the laughs hit just as hard.

Two co-dependent high school seniors are forced to deal with separation anxiety after their plan to stage a booze-soaked party goes awry. Superbad is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 53m runtime, released in 2007 with an average rating of 7.3 by 8,234 people. The movie made an estimated total of $170,800,000 in the box office.

Booksmart brings a sharp, modern twist to the coming-of-age genre, following two best friends through one last epic night before graduation. The witty dialogue and fast-paced storytelling make it an engaging ride full of relatable moments and surprises.

Two academic teenage superstars realize, on the eve of their high school graduation, that they should have worked less and played more. Determined to never fall short of their peers, the girls set out on a mission to cram four years of fun into one night. Booksmart is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 42m runtime, released in 2019 with an average rating of 7.0 by 2,885 people. The movie made an estimated total of $24,849,029 in the box office.

Neighbors stands out for its comedic take on the escalating feud between young adults and the world of adult responsibility, offering wild party scenes and clever conflict that finds humor in the generational clash next door.

A couple with a newborn baby face unexpected difficulties after they are forced to live next to a fraternity house. Neighbors is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 37m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 6.2 by 7,357 people. The movie made an estimated total of $270,665,134 in the box office.

In Never Been Kissed, the concept of going undercover in high school is turned inside out with an adult protagonist navigating teenage drama, which creates plenty of heartfelt, cringeworthy, and genuinely funny moments as she’s forced to relive those awkward formative years.

Josie Geller, a baby-faced junior copywriter at the Chicago Sun-Times, must pose as a student at her former high school to research contemporary teenage culture. With the help of her brother, Rob, Josie infiltrates the inner circle of the most popular clique on campus. But she hits a major snag in her investigation -- not to mention her own failed love life -- when she falls for her dreamy English teacher, Sam Coulson. Never Been Kissed is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 47m runtime, released in 1999 with an average rating of 6.2 by 1,600 people. The movie made an estimated total of $84,565,230 in the box office.

The Other Guys approaches the cop comedy from a completely fresh angle, delivering unexpected duo dynamics and ridiculous action sequences. Its unique blend of slapstick, mismatched personalities, and frantic pacing guarantees you’re in for relentless laughs.

Unlike their heroic counterparts on the force, desk-bound NYPD detectives Gamble and Hoitz garner no headlines as they work day to day. When a seemingly minor case turns out to be a big deal, the two cops get the opportunity to finally prove to their comrades that they have the right stuff. The Other Guys is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 47m runtime, released in 2010 with an average rating of 6.3 by 4,636 people. The movie made an estimated total of $170,432,927 in the box office.

Project X amplifies youthful chaos and out-of-control parties into a single night of complete anarchy, making the spectacle itself the star. Those drawn to the unpredictable consequences of teenage risk-taking will find themselves glued to this wild ride.

Three high school seniors throw a party to make a name for themselves. As the night progresses, things spiral out of control as word of the party spreads. Project X is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 28m runtime, released in 2012 with an average rating of 6.9 by 6,960 people. The movie made an estimated total of $102,731,865 in the box office.

Bad Boys runs on pure adrenaline, driven by the friction and camaraderie between its leads. If it’s explosive set pieces and witty back-and-forth that keeps you watching, this film won’t disappoint.

Marcus Burnett is a henpecked family man. Mike Lowrey is a footloose and fancy free ladies' man. Both Miami policemen, they have 72 hours to reclaim a consignment of drugs stolen from under their station's nose. To complicate matters, in order to get the assistance of the sole witness to a murder, they have to pretend to be each other. Bad Boys is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 59m runtime, released in 1995 with an average rating of 6.8 by 7,052 people. The movie made an estimated total of $141,407,024 in the box office.

If buddy cop dynamics with a dose of mismatched humor appeal to you, Cop Out provides a refreshingly absurd take on law enforcement hijinks, banking heavily on the personalities of its two leads as they stumble through outrageous situations.

Detectives Jimmy and Paul, despite nine years as partners, can still sometimes seem like polar opposites—especially when Paul's unpredictable antics get them suspended without pay. Already strapped for cash and trying to pay for his daughter's wedding, Jimmy decides to sell a rare baseball card that's worth tens of thousands. Unfortunately, when the collector's shop is robbed and the card vanishes with the crook, Paul and Jimmy end up going rogue, tracking down the card and the drug ring behind its theft, all on their own time and without any backup—except for each other. Cop Out is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 47m runtime, released in 2010 with an average rating of 5.6 by 1,655 people. The movie made an estimated total of $55,600,000 in the box office.

Easy A turns the high school experience on its head with a sharp, satirical script that blends quick wit and modern social commentary, creating a lively atmosphere that’s as breezy as it is smartly self-aware.

Olive, an average high school student, sees her below-the-radar existence turn around overnight once she decides to use the school's gossip grapevine to advance her social standing. Now her classmates are turning against her and the school board is becoming concerned, including her favorite teacher and the distracted guidance counselor. With the support of her hilariously idiosyncratic parents and a little help from a long-time crush, Olive attempts to take on her notorious new identity and crush the rumor mill once and for all. Easy A is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 33m runtime, released in 2010 with an average rating of 6.8 by 7,465 people. The movie made an estimated total of $75,026,327 in the box office.

Pineapple Express draws its power from a high-stakes buddy adventure mixed with ridiculous circumstances, turning a simple premise into a spiraling journey filled with wild chases and offbeat comedic moments.

A stoner and his dealer are forced to go on the run from the police after the pothead witnesses a cop commit a murder. Pineapple Express is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 52m runtime, released in 2008 with an average rating of 6.6 by 4,276 people. The movie made an estimated total of $101,624,843 in the box office.

Let's Be Cops explores the fantasy of playing police with zero qualifications, plunging everyday guys into real danger while mining plenty of fun from their clueless bravado. The result is a playful, escalation-heavy comedy that thrives on its absurd premise.

Best pals Ryan and Justin are stalled in their respective careers -- a fact that is painfully driven home when they go to a college reunion. Dressed as police in the mistaken belief that they were to attend a costume party, Ryan and Justin find that the uniforms earn them much respect and attention. Although Justin is uncomfortable with the idea, Ryan decides to continue with the charade, putting them both in increasingly dangerous situations. When these newly-minted “heroes” get tangled in a real life web of mobsters and dirty detectives, they must put their fake badges on the line. Let's Be Cops is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 44m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 6.5 by 3,009 people. The movie made an estimated total of $136,600,000 in the box office.

Ride Along lands its comedy in the pairing of a straight-laced cop and an excitable new recruit. The heart of the film lies in their push-and-pull dynamic and the chaos that unfolds as their partnership takes them outside their respective comfort zones.

For the past two years, high-school security guard Ben has been trying to show decorated APD detective James that he's more than just a video-game junkie who's unworthy of James' sister, Angela. When Ben finally gets accepted into the academy, he thinks he's earned the seasoned policeman's respect and asks for his blessing to marry Angela. Knowing that a ride along will demonstrate if Ben has what it takes to take care of his sister, James invites him on a shift designed to scare the hell out of the trainee. But when the wild night leads them to the most notorious criminal in the city, James will find that his new partner's rapid-fire mouth is just as dangerous as the bullets speeding at it. Ride Along is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 39m runtime, released in 2014 with an average rating of 6.3 by 2,451 people. The movie made an estimated total of $153,997,819 in the box office.

Assassination Nation stands out for its bold, provocative atmosphere, ramping up the tension and social satire around the anxieties of youth today. The film’s relentless pace and willingness to tackle uncomfortable territory leave a lasting impression.

After an anonymous hacker begins leaking the private data of thousands living in a small American town, the townspeople spiral into madness, with four high school seniors at the center of the maelstrom. Assassination Nation is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 48m runtime, released in 2018 with an average rating of 6.2 by 905 people. The movie made an estimated total of $2,900,000 in the box office.

She's the Man builds its comedic momentum around identity mishaps and undercover subterfuge at a high school, generating plenty of laughs from awkward interactions and clever misunderstandings.

Viola Hastings is in a real jam. Complications threaten her scheme to pose as her twin brother, Sebastian, and take his place at a new boarding school. She falls in love with her handsome roommate, Duke, who loves beautiful Olivia, who has fallen for Sebastian! As if that were not enough, Viola's twin returns from London ahead of schedule but has no idea that his sister has already replaced him on campus. She's the Man is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 45m runtime, released in 2006 with an average rating of 6.8 by 3,340 people. The movie made an estimated total of $57,194,667 in the box office.

The Heat relies on a mismatched partnership between two law enforcement officers, driving home its comedy through aggressive, fast-paced banter and physical antics. The unexpected chemistry makes every scene a riot.

Uptight and straight-laced, FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn is a methodical investigator with a reputation for excellence--and hyper-arrogance. Shannon Mullins, one of Boston P.D.'s "finest," is foul-mouthed and has a very short fuse, and uses her gut instinct and street smarts to catch the most elusive criminals. Neither has ever had a partner, or a friend for that matter. When these two wildly incompatible law officers join forces to bring down a ruthless drug lord, they become the last thing anyone expected: buddies. The Heat is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 57m runtime, released in 2013 with an average rating of 6.6 by 4,211 people. The movie made an estimated total of $229,930,771 in the box office.

Rush Hour delivers fast-paced action and comedy by thrusting an unlikely duo into high-stakes scenarios, continuously propelling the story with energetic set pieces and sharp dialogue.

When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves. Rush Hour is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 37m runtime, released in 1998 with an average rating of 7.1 by 5,791 people. The movie made an estimated total of $244,721,064 in the box office.

Freaky twists genre conventions by throwing body-swap chaos into its mix, offering a fun and unpredictable ride as characters navigate wildly unfamiliar roles with plenty of outrageous outcomes.

A mystical, ancient dagger causes a notorious serial killer to magically switch bodies with a 17-year-old girl. Freaky is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 42m runtime, released in 2020 with an average rating of 6.5 by 1,881 people. The movie made an estimated total of $18,073,433 in the box office.

Charlie Bartlett stands out for its exploration of teenage rebellion and the desire to fit in, using heartfelt character development and humor to dissect the complications of adolescence.

Awkward teenager Charlie Bartlett has trouble fitting in at a new high school. Charlie needs some friends fast, and decides that the best way to find them is to appoint himself the resident psychiatrist. He becomes one of the most popular guys in school by doling out advice and, occasionally, medication, to the student body. Charlie Bartlett is a movie from Canada in English, with a total 1h 37m runtime, released in 2008 with an average rating of 6.7 by 705 people. The movie made an estimated total of $5,254,986 in the box office.

21 Grams provides a powerful contrast through its intense emotional depth and dramatic narrative, making it an intriguing pick for viewers interested in experiencing a more somber, introspective exploration of consequence and human connection.

Paul Rivers, an ailing mathematician lovelessly married to an English émigré; Christina Peck, an upper-middle-class suburban housewife and mother of two girls; and Jack Jordan, a born-again ex-con, are brought together by a terrible accident that changes their lives. 21 Grams is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 2h 4m runtime, released in 2003 with an average rating of 7.3 by 3,443 people. The movie made an estimated total of $60,427,839 in the box office.

White Chicks capitalizes on undercover disguises and slapstick humor, with its characters bumbling through unfamiliar social situations. If mistaken identity-driven comedy resonates with you, this movie takes that notion to the extreme.

Two FBI agent brothers, Marcus and Kevin Copeland, accidentally foil a drug bust. To avoid being fired they accept a mission escorting a pair of socialites to the Hamptons--but when the girls are disfigured in a car accident, they refuse to go. Left without options, Marcus and Kevin decide to pose as the sisters, transforming themselves from black men into rich European-American women. White Chicks is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 49m runtime, released in 2004 with an average rating of 7.0 by 4,653 people. The movie made an estimated total of $113,100,000 in the box office.

Mean Girls is a colorful foray into the complex social dynamics of high school. Its incisive writing and sharp humor give familiar teenage anxieties a biting edge, making it stand out as a cultural touchstone.

Cady Heron is a hit with The Plastics, the A-list girl clique at her new school, until she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George. Mean Girls is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 37m runtime, released in 2004 with an average rating of 7.2 by 9,571 people. The movie made an estimated total of $130,195,052 in the box office.

Baywatch offers high-energy action with a comedic undertone, blending irreverence and spectacle as lifeguards take on crime. The film’s playful attitude and larger-than-life personalities make for an entertaining dose of summer escapism.

Devoted lifeguard Mitch Buchannon butts heads with a brash new recruit. Together, they uncover a local criminal plot that threatens the future of the Bay. Baywatch is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 56m runtime, released in 2017 with an average rating of 6.1 by 8,578 people. The movie made an estimated total of $177,900,000 in the box office.

Get Smart delivers comedic espionage through a lovable, bumbling protagonist, inviting viewers into a world where over-the-top spy antics go hilariously wrong at every turn.

When members of the nefarious crime syndicate KAOS attack the U.S. spy agency Control and the identities of secret agents are compromised, the Chief has to promote hapless but eager analyst Maxwell Smart to field agent. He is partnered with veteran and capable Agent 99, the only spy whose cover remains intact. Can they work together to thwart the evil world-domination plans of KAOS and its crafty operative? Get Smart is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 50m runtime, released in 2008 with an average rating of 6.2 by 3,939 people. The movie made an estimated total of $230,685,453 in the box office.

Kick-Ass leans hard into the action-comedy lane by throwing ordinary people into a world of superhero danger and mishaps, producing inventive sequences that celebrate the thrill of taking risks.

Dave Lizewski is an unnoticed high school student and comic book fan who one day decides to become a super-hero, even though he has no powers, training or meaningful reason to do so. Kick-Ass is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 58m runtime, released in 2010 with an average rating of 7.1 by 12,513 people. The movie made an estimated total of $96,188,903 in the box office.

Game Night keeps the suspense and comedy flowing with its clever setup, where an ordinary game turns unexpectedly intense. The rapid pacing and escalating absurdity will appeal to anyone craving tightly constructed, unpredictable fun.

Max and Annie's weekly game night gets kicked up a notch when Max's brother Brooks arranges a murder mystery party -- complete with fake thugs and federal agents. So when Brooks gets kidnapped, it's all supposed to be part of the game. As the competitors set out to solve the case, they start to learn that neither the game nor Brooks are what they seem to be. The friends soon find themselves in over their heads as each twist leads to another unexpected turn over the course of one chaotic night. Game Night is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 40m runtime, released in 2018 with an average rating of 6.8 by 6,382 people. The movie made an estimated total of $117,501,013 in the box office.

Spy uses its protagonist’s inexperience and unexpected competence to turn the spy genre on its head. The resulting blend of physical comedy and clever twists ensures constant entertainment from start to finish.

A desk-bound CIA analyst volunteers to go undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer, and prevent diabolical global disaster. Spy is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 2h 0m runtime, released in 2015 with an average rating of 6.8 by 6,468 people. The movie made an estimated total of $235,666,219 in the box office.

Hot Fuzz stands out for its sharp satire of small-town life mixed with wildly overblown action, keeping viewers on their toes through self-aware humor and intricate plotting.

Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village. Hot Fuzz is a movie from United Kingdom in English, with a total 2h 1m runtime, released in 2007 with an average rating of 7.6 by 8,473 people. The movie made an estimated total of $80,600,000 in the box office.

The Nice Guys thrives on its mismatched investigator duo, blending sharp dialogue, period detail, and escalating antics for a memorable, irreverent spin on the detective formula.

A private eye investigates the apparent suicide of a fading porn star in 1970s Los Angeles and uncovers a conspiracy. The Nice Guys is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 56m runtime, released in 2016 with an average rating of 7.1 by 8,789 people. The movie made an estimated total of $71,261,763 in the box office.

The DUFF shines a comedic spotlight on navigating social hierarchies in high school, transforming personal insecurities into fuel for both laughs and unexpected empowerment.

Bianca's universe turns upside down when she learns that her high school refers to her as a ‘DUFF' (Designated Ugly Fat Friend). Hoping to erase that label, she enlists the help of a charming jock and her favorite teacher. Together they'll face the school's mean girl and remind everyone that we are all someone's DUFF… and that's totally fine. The DUFF is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 40m runtime, released in 2015 with an average rating of 6.8 by 4,488 people. The movie made an estimated total of $43,528,634 in the box office.

Central Intelligence banks on the chemistry between its lead characters, as one’s mild-mannered life is upended by an old friend's unpredictable antics, offering nonstop comedy with an undercurrent of action.

Calvin Joyner, a mild-mannered accountant whose high school glory days are long behind him, reconnects with an awkward pal from high school through Facebook. After meeting up, Calvin’s mundane life takes an unexpectedly thrilling turn when he's thrust into the world of international espionage. Central Intelligence is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 47m runtime, released in 2016 with an average rating of 6.4 by 6,427 people. The movie made an estimated total of $216,972,543 in the box office.

Starsky & Hutch updates classic cop partnership with a slew of quirky undercover predicaments and wild comedic scenarios, reveling in the unpredictable energy that comes from unlikely heroes facing chaotic situations.

Join uptight David Starsky and laid-back Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson as they're paired for the first time as undercover cops. The new partners must overcome their differences to solve an important case with help from street informant Huggy Bear and persuasive criminal Reese Feldman. Starsky & Hutch is a movie from United States of America in English, with a total 1h 41m runtime, released in 2004 with an average rating of 5.8 by 2,555 people. The movie made an estimated total of $170,300,000 in the box office.