10 Hilarious Comedy Jail Movies to Brighten Your Lockdown

Laughter is the best medicine, even behind bars. Here's a list of 10 laugh-out-loud comedy jail movies to keep your spirits up during your involuntary vacation:

1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)

A banker wrongly convicted of his wife's murder finds solace, friendship, and an unlikely escape within the walls of prison. With an IMDb rating of 9.3 and winning seven Academy Awards, this movie is a cinematic masterpiece that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.

Quote: "Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies."

2. Orange Is the New Black (2013-2019)

This Netflix original series follows the lives of inmates in a women's prison. With its diverse cast of characters and witty dialogue, it's a hilarious and thought-provoking take on the prison system.

Fact: Orange Is the New Black has been nominated for over 150 awards, including 21 Primetime Emmy Awards.

3. Let's Be Cops (2014)

Two slackers dress up as police officers to impress women, but their plans go hilariously wrong when they become entangled in a dangerous conspiracy. This action comedy is full of laughs, stunts, and a surprisingly heartwarming message.

Number: Over 100 million people worldwide watched "Let's Be Cops" in its opening weekend.

4. Felon (2008)

A young family man is sent to prison for a crime he didn't commit. He must learn to survive in the unforgiving world of prison while fighting to clear his name. This intense and moving film will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Fact: Felon is one of the highest-rated prison movies on Rotten Tomatoes, with a 94% approval rating.

5. Hard Time (2006)

A former NFL player is sent to prison for drug trafficking. He must navigate the dangerous waters of the prison system, confront his past mistakes, and find a way to redeem himself. This gritty and realistic film gives a raw and unflinching look at life behind bars.

Number: The film was made for a budget of only $2 million but grossed over $10 million worldwide.

6. Escape from Alcatraz (1979)

Clint Eastwood stars as Frank Morris, a real-life inmate who planned and executed one of the most daring prison escapes in history. This classic action thriller is full of suspense and based on actual events.

Quote: "Boys, once you get inside those walls, you'll be a number."

7. The Longest Yard (1974)

A former football player is sentenced to prison. He uses his skills to assemble a team of inmates to play against the prison guards. This sports comedy is full of iconic moments and quotable lines.

Number: The 1974 original film has been remade twice, in 2005 and 2015.

8. The Big House (1930)

One of the earliest and most influential prison movies, The Big House tells the story of a man who is wrongly convicted of murder and sent to prison. This classic film explores the themes of redemption and the flaws in the justice system.

Fact: The Big House was the highest-grossing film of 1930.

9. Cool Hand Luke (1967)

Paul Newman stars as Luke Jackson, an anti-establishment figure who is sent to prison for a minor crime. He defies the authority figures and becomes a symbol of rebellion and freedom within the prison system.

Quote: "What we have here is... a failure to communicate."

10. Con Air (1997)

A group of dangerous criminals are transported on a prison plane that is hijacked by one of their own. This action-packed thriller features an all-star cast and plenty of explosions and stunts.

Number: The film's budget was $75 million, making it one of the most expensive action movies of its time.