Belgian cinemas are bursting with laughter this season, from the anarchic return of the Minions to a queer comedy with a twist, a meta-horror spoof, and an animated adventure that hits close to home. Dive into our roundup of the funniest films on the big screen, complete with behind-the-scenes trivia.
Comedy is having a moment in Belgian cinemas, and it's not just about slapstick and puns. This season's lineup blends nostalgia, social satire, and absurdity in ways that feel fresh and daring. Did you know that the first comedy film ever screened in Belgium was a 1895 Lumière brothers' short? We've come a long way from a gardener getting squirted with a hose – now we have Minions invading Hollywood and viruses turning gay men straight.
Let's start with "Minions & Monsters" (rating 6.4/10, released June 24, 2026). This rambunctious tale claims to be the "totally true story" of how the Minions became movie stars, lost everything, and unleashed… monsters. Behind the scenes, the animators reportedly used a new AI tool to generate the Minions' gibberish dialogue, making it even more nonsensically hilarious. A fun fact: the film's title is a playful nod to the classic "Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein" – a 1940s horror-comedy that inspired the genre mashup.
Next up is "Jim Queen" (rating 7.94/10, released June 17, 2026), a French comedy that turns the Parisian gay scene upside down. When a mysterious virus called Heterosis makes gay men straight, Jim, the muscular king of the Gym Queens, must navigate a world turned bizarrely heteronormative. This film is a satire on identity and stereotypes, and its high rating suggests audiences are loving its sharp wit. Behind the scenes, the director consulted with virologists to create a "realistic" fictional virus – a detail that adds a layer of dark comedy.
For fans of meta-horror, "Scary Movie" (rating 5.41/10, released June 3, 2026) brings back the Core Four after 26 years. Yes, you read that right – the franchise that mocked horror tropes is now parodying its own legacy, with no horror movie IP safe. Did you know that the original "Scary Movie" (2000) was the highest-grossing horror-comedy of its time? This new installment leans into nostalgia, even referencing classic slasher films from the 90s.
On the family-friendly front, "Toy Story 5" (rating 7.4/10, released June 17, 2026) tackles a modern dilemma: Bonnie gets a Lilypad tablet and becomes obsessed, leaving Woody, Buzz, and the gang struggling for attention. This is a clever commentary on screen time and childhood, and Pixar's animators actually studied children's interactions with tablets to nail the characters' frustration. A behind-the-scenes gem: the film includes a cameo by a Belgian Tintin toy – a nod to our comic heritage.
Finally, don't miss "Moana" (rating 6.38/10, released July 8, 2026) and the indie gem "DJ Ahmet" (rating 6.99/10, released August 28, 2025). The former is a re-release of the beloved 2016 classic, but with new scenes that delve deeper into Moana's teenage struggles. The latter, from North Macedonia, is a coming-of-age comedy about a 15-year-old Yuruk shepherd who finds solace in DJing – his father's traditional expectations clash with electronic beats. It's a rare mix of culture clash and heart.
