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Miss Congeniality

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Why people love it

Miss Congeniality works as a comedy movie with a point of view—fans quote moments, but they also argue about what the film is actually saying about power, desire, or survival. The comedy and crime blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 50m · ★ 6.5

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    1.Ocean's Eight (2018)

    7.0 · Crime · Comedy · Action · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, Ocean's Eight (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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  2. 94match

    2.Red Notice (2021)

    6.7 · Action · Comedy · Crime · 1h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, Red Notice (2021) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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    3.Pain & Gain (2013)

    6.3 · Comedy · Crime · Action · 2h 10m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, Pain & Gain (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Paramount Plus Essential
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    4.2 Guns (2013)

    6.5 · Action · Comedy · Crime · 1h 49m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, 2 Guns (2013) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Starz Apple TV Channel
    • Starz Roku Premium Channel
    • Starz
    • Philo
    • Starz Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
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  5. 88match

    5.Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard (2021)

    6.7 · Action · Comedy · Crime · 1h 57m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard (2021) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • HBO Max
    • HBO Max Amazon Channel
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    6.Defendor (2009)

    6.4 · Drama · Action · Comedy · 1h 41m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, Defendor (2009) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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    7.White Chicks (2004)

    6.9 · Comedy · Crime · 1h 49m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, White Chicks (2004) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
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    8.The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! (1988)

    7.3 · Comedy · Crime · 1h 26m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! (1988) is a strong next stop: both trade in comedy and crime, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • fuboTV
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    9.The Chaser (2008)

    7.8 · Crime · Thriller · Action · 2h 5m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, The Chaser (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and action, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Sundance Now
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    • YouTube(Rent)
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    10.Death Wish II (1982)

    6.2 · Action · Crime · Drama · 1h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    If Miss Congeniality clicked for you, Death Wish II (1982) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and action, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
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    • Troma NOW
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FAQ

What should I watch after Miss Congeniality?
Try Ocean's Eight, Red Notice, Pain & Gain—each shares DNA with Miss Congeniality while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Miss Congeniality?
Miss Congeniality (2000) is best described as Comedy, Crime, Action. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Miss Congeniality part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "Miss Congeniality Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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