Laughing in the Face of Sensitivity: The 12 Most Offensive 90s Comedies

The 1990s were a time of great innovation and creativity in the world of comedy movies. Many of these films didn't shy away from controversial or offensive content, and they didn't care if you were offended. They just wanted to make you laugh. In this article, we'll take a look at some of the best shameless '90s comedies that don't care if you're offended.

Key Takeaways:

1. There's Something About Mary (1998) This movie from the Farrelly Brothers is packed with gross-out jokes and bathroom humor. But it also has a big heart and takes a radical approach to including people with disabilities in the jokes. The film's unique blend of humor and heart made it a beloved classic among '90s comedy fans.
2. Friday (1995) The blunt talk of Craig (Ice Cube) and Smokey (Chris Tucker) will turn off a lot of people, but the movie is funny and has a great message about gun violence and manliness. The film's raw and unfiltered approach to comedy made it a cult classic among fans of the genre.
3. Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) This movie is full of dicey jokes and innuendo, but it feels smart and pays homage to decades of James Bond-style wordplay. The scene where Austin refuses to bed Vanessa has aged very well, and the film's witty humor still holds up today.
4. Kingpin (1996) This second Farrelly Brothers movie is racy and features a filthy joke involving a bull. Woody Harrelson's reaction to the best line in the movie is a masterwork of understated acting, and the film's outrageous humor made it a must-see for fans of the genre.
5. Fear of a Black Hat (1994) Starring Rusty Cundieff, this movie is a sharp satire of constantly shifting hip-hop trends that reacted to them almost as quickly as they happened. The love for hip-hop is obvious, and the film is a must-watch for fans of the genre.
6. Clerks (1994) This Kevin Smith movie is loaded with coarse jokes and is culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. It helped usher in the indie film boom of the '90s, and its unique blend of humor and realism made it a beloved classic among fans of the genre.
7. Freeway (1996) Matthew Bright's pitch-black Freeway is one of our favorite movies from the 1990s because of its relentless commitment to sensationalism. It's making fun of the tabloid trash of the '90s even as it perfects it, and its outrageous humor made it a must-see for fans of the genre.
8. The Nutty Professor (1996) Eddie Murphy's update of a Jerry Lewis movie is full of potty talk and makes many jokes about Sherman's weight. While it can be hard to watch, it's still a funny movie that won Best Makeup at the 69th Academy Awards, and its unique blend of humor and action made it a classic among fans of the genre.