COMEDIES AND BEER Because Why Not?

Some comedies beg to be repeatedly watched, even if you already know all the jokes ahead of time. Heck, you laugh knowing the joke is coming. Watching movies like that are made better with a good beer, so here’s some classic guy comedies that will improve your ManScore, and the beers that make up the perfect pairing for each movie.


Office Space
“We need to talk about your TPS reports.” ~ Eight different bosses.

This 1999 Mike Judge cult comedy with Jennifer Aniston and a host of comedic character actors provided the perfect movie for a generation of people growing tired of corporate life. Swingline staplers, Superman II schemes, arson, and Hawaiian shirt day—what else could a movie need?

Watch it with Spiteful Brewing Working for the Weekend Double IPA.


Monty Python and the Holy Grail
“I fart in your general direction. Your mother was a hamster and your father smelt of elderberries.” ~ French Guard

Ferocious rabbits, colossal scales measuring ducks against potential witches, knights losing their limbs but refusing to concede victory, and imaginary horses provide the perfect recipe for a good movie. Few comedy groups master the art of silliness and intelligence like the Monty Python team.

Watch it with Rogue Dead Guy Ale—“bring out your dead!”


This is Spinal Tap
"I think that the problem may have been, that there was a Stonehenge monument on the stage that was in danger of being crushed by a dwarf. Alright? That tended to understate the hugeness of the object." ~ David St. Hubbins

The documentary-style comedy about a glam-metal band changed culture forever. “This one goes to eleven,” is uttered by people that may have never seen the movie. If you haven’t seen this one, watch it. If you have seen it, watch it again...and again.

Watch it today with any beer brewed at Mikerphone Brewing.


Animal House
Did you say "over"? Nothing is over until we decide it is! Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no!” ~ Bluto

Booze. Parties. Rebellion. College. Sex. And a helluva lot of laughter. This National Lampoon creation has it all. Although it cost only $2.8 million to make, it earned more than $140 million, making it one of the most profitable movies of all time.

You can try to kick them out of college, but you can’t stop them from throwing the best toga party of the year. So, watch it with a Myths And Legends Brewing Company You Big Dummy Imperial Red Ale, because growing up drunk, fat, and stupid may not be as bad as you think.


The Big Lebowski
“Does this place look like I'm f***in’ married? The toilet seat's up man!” ~ The Dude

At ManScore, any movie featuring “The Dude," Steve Buscemi, and bowling makes the list. The Big Lebowski might be the most intelligent comedy on the list, with a brilliant plot centered on mistaken identity and a lot of money.

Watch it with either Hailstorm Brewing VLAD Russian Imperial Stout or the Dude’s favorite, a White Russian.


The Hangover
“Tigers love pepper. They hate cinnamon.” ~ Alan

The movie is truly a guy’s movie featuring bros heading to Vegas for a bachelor party. You’ve probably been to a few crazy bachelor parties, but stealing Mike Tyson’s pet tiger and a friend marrying a hooker after ripping his tooth out all while losing the groom on a roof probably exceeds most of your parties. Still, we can all relate a little, right?

Watch it with Vice Distinct Pleasure Trip Blonde Ale.


Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
“I could be the walrus. I'd still have to bum rides off people.” ~ Ferris

The John Hughes classic plays on everyone’s fantasy of blowing off school (or work) while your principal (or boss) tries to nab you, but fails. Oh, and you get to drive a Ferrari.

Watch it with Nevin’s Draft Company Zicke Zacke, especially when Ferris hijacks the Von Steuben Day, German-Chicago Parade during Oktoberfest.


Old School
“Once it hits your lips, it's so good!” ~ Frank the Tank

Almost every guy, at some point, has dreamed of turning back the clock to a time when partying existed as priority number one. Old School provides an even better fantasy—college-age partying funded by adults with good-paying jobs. That’s how you get Snoop to play at your party, and—If you want—you can go streaking with or without a green hat.

Watch it with Revolution Brewing (Rev) Pils and honor Frank the Tank and his boy, Blue!

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