Comedy Movie Posters | MPA

This movie poster collection groups all Comedy movie posters and ephemera together for easy search, sort, and filtering, offering a delightful archive of cinematic humor across decades. From slapstick classics to witty satires, these artifacts capture the evolution of comedy in film, showcasing posters and ephemera like lobby cards and press kits that reflect the genre’s ability to entertain and reflect cultural moments. This collection invites enthusiasts to explore the visual legacy of comedy cinema, highlighting its enduring appeal and diversity.

Comedy has been a cornerstone of filmmaking since its inception. Early silent films like Charlie Chaplin’s The Kid (1921) and Buster Keaton’s The General (1926) relied on physical humor, with posters featuring exaggerated expressions and dynamic poses. The 1930s and 1940s brought screwball comedies such as It Happened One Night (1934) and His Girl Friday (1940), their posters often showcasing glamorous stars and playful typography. The 1950s and 1960s saw the rise of satirical comedies like Some Like It Hot (1959) and Dr. Strangelove (1964), with bold, colorful designs reflecting the era’s wit and irreverence.

The 1970s and 1980s ushered in a new wave of comedy with films like Blazing Saddles (1974), Animal House (1978), Airplane! (1980), and Ghostbusters (1984). These posters embraced vibrant illustrations and cheeky taglines, capturing the irreverent spirit of the times. The 1990s and 2000s introduced iconic ensemble comedies such as Groundhog Day (1993), There’s Something About Mary (1998), and Anchorman (2004), with posters highlighting star power and comedic chaos. Recent decades have seen diverse comedic voices in films like Bridesmaids (2011) and Crazy Rich Asians (2018), their posters reflecting modern aesthetics and inclusive humor.

These posters and ephemera are more than promotional tools; they are cultural snapshots that reveal how comedy has mirrored societal shifts, from economic hardships to social revolutions. Designs range from minimalist cartoons to star-driven layouts, each tailored to the film’s comedic tone. This collection preserves the artistry of comedy film promotion, offering insights into how humor has been marketed across eras. By organizing these materials for easy exploration, it celebrates the genre’s ability to unite audiences through laughter, inviting collectors and fans to rediscover the joy and creativity of comedy cinema through its iconic visual history.

Movie Posters Australia has a large collection of original movie posters and movie ephemera available for you to add to your collection or display and enjoy.

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Movie Posters Australia have been avid collectors, and more recently dealers, of original vintage movie posters for 40 years. Our passion for movie posters comes from our love of movies and the poster art created for these movies that captures and evokes the same feelings and memories created from watching the films. Sometimes, the posters themselves can be more enjoyable than the movies. And with a framed movie poster on your wall you can continue to appreciate the movie, and the memories it created, every single day. Movie Posters Australia allows us to work with something we love.

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ARE YOU BEING SERVED (1977) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL, BRITISH COMEDY

ARE YOU BEING SERVED (1977) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL, BRITISH COMEDY

$70.00 AUD
Are You Being Served (1977) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Starring John Inman, Mollie Sugden, Frank Thornton, Directed by Bob Kellett is in Very Fine- condition.   Movie Poster and Condition...
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS (1956) Movie Poster, Daybill, ORIGINAL

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS (1956) Movie Poster, Daybill, ORIGINAL

$90.00 AUD
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS (1956) ORIGINAL Movie Poster, Daybill, Starring David Niven, Cantinflas & Shirley McLaine, Directed by Michael Anderson, is in Very Fine Condition.   Movie Poster and...
ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATOES (1978) US Insert, Original Movie Poster - Movie Posters Australia

ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATOES (1978) US Insert, Original Movie Poster

$210.00 AUD
ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATOES (1978) US Insert, Original Movie Poster, directed by John DeBello, presented in Very Fine condition   Movie Poster and Condition This US Insert Movie Poster...
BACK TO THE FUTURE (1985) Movie Poster, Daybill, Michael J Fox - Movie Posters Australia

BACK TO THE FUTURE (1985) Movie Poster, Daybill, Michael J Fox

BACK TO THE FUTURE (1985) Movie Poster, Daybill, starring Michael J Fox & Christoher Lloyd, directed by Robert Zemeckis, is in Very Fine+ condition.   Movie Poster and Condition This...
BACK TO THE FUTURE PART II (1989) Movie Poster, Daybill, Michael J Fox

BACK TO THE FUTURE PART II (1989) Movie Poster, Daybill, Michael J Fox

BACK TO THE FUTURE PART II (1989) Movie Poster, Daybill, starring Michael J Fox & Christoher Lloyd, directed by Robert Zemeckis, Artwork by Drew Struzan, is in Very Fine+ condition....
BAD BOYS (1995) Will Smith, Daybill Movie Poster, VF-NM - Movie Posters Australia

BAD BOYS (1995) Daybill Movie Poster, Will Smith, Martin Lawrence

BAD BOYS (1995) Daybill Movie Poster starring Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, and directed by Michael Bay, Very Fine to Near Mint Condition Movie Poster and Condition This Australian Daybill Movie...
BARBIE (2023) Advance 1 Sheet, Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, NM - Movie Posters Australia

BARBIE (2023) Advance One Sheet Original Movie Poster Print, Margot Robbie

$295.00 AUD
BARBIE (2023) Advance One Sheet Original Movie Poster Print, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, in Near Mint condition. Movie Poster and Condition This is the...
BEETLEJUICE (1988) Australian Daybill Movie Poster, Near Mint Condition - Movie Posters Australia

BEETLEJUICE (1988) Movie Poster, Daybill, Original, Tim Burton

BEETLEJUICE Movie Poster (1988) Original Australian Daybill Movie Poster, starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, directed by Tim Burton in Near Mint Condition   Movie Poster and Condition This Australian Daybill...
BEVERLY HILLS COP (1984) Australian Daybill Movie Poster, Eddie Murphy - Movie Posters Australia

BEVERLY HILLS COP (1984) Daybill Movie Poster, Eddie Murphy

BEVERLY HILLS COP Movie Poster (1984) Australian Daybill Original Vintage Movie Poster, starring Eddie Murphy, directed by Martin Brest in Very Fine Condition   Movie Poster and Condition This Australian...
BLUE STREAK (1999) Movie Poster, Daybill, 33 x 66 cm, Martin Lawrence

BLUE STREAK (1999) Movie Poster, Daybill, 33 x 66 cm, Martin Lawrence

$40.00 AUD
BLUE STREAK (1999) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Starring Martin Lawrence & Luke Wilson, Directed by Les Mayfield and is in Very Fine Condition.   Movie Poster & Condition This Daybill...
BON VOYAGE CHARLIE BROWN (1980) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL

BON VOYAGE CHARLIE BROWN (1980) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL

$99.00 AUD
Bon Voyage Charlie Brown (1980) ORIGINAL DAYBILL, MOVIE POSTER, Starring the voices of Arrin Skelley, Daniel Anderson, Casey Carlson, Patricia Patts, Directed by Bill Melendez and Phil Roman is in...
BRASSED OFF (1996) Movie Poster, Daybill, Ewan McGregor

BRASSED OFF (1996) Movie Poster, Daybill, Ewan McGregor

$29.00 AUD
BRASSED OFF (1996) MOVIE POSTER, DAYBILL, Starring Pete Postlethwaite & Ewan McGregor, directed by Mark Herman, is in Very Fine condition. Movie Poster & Condition This Daybill Movie Poster is...