The '90s was an excellent decade for quirky comedies. Independent films were picked up more often for widespread distribution, meaning broader audiences were exposed to funny features outside the mainstream. Thanks to this, well-made comedy titles from the decade abound. This makes choosing a title to check out next a daunting task.
Guess what, though? The Zodiac can help. The astrological alignments at the time of your birth guide you through many tough life choices, including which movies you should watch. Scroll down to your Sun Sign below, and the answer to your question regarding '90s comedies will be revealed.
Aries: The Big Lebowski (1998)
"Donnie, you're out of your element!" The Coen Brothers are responsible for this cult classic about a laid-back bowler who gets involved in a kidnapping case after he's mistaken for a similarly-named millionaire. The Big Lebowski is an action-packed, hilarious comedy starring Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, and Steve Buscemi.
Aries are easily-bored Fire signs who need constant stimulation. Energetic and impulsive, Aries will love the misadventures of Bridges's character The Dude.
Taurus: Election (1999)
Hard-working and stubborn Tauruses will relate to Reese Witherspoon's character Tracy Flick in this dark comedy gem about a high school student government election gone terribly wrong. Matthew Broderick co-stars as Flick's teacher Jim McAllister, a popular faculty member who comes to resent Flick's dedication to winning.
Tauruses are Earth signs known for their dependability and intelligence. They won't be disappointed by the subtle humor and Midwestern ethos found throughout this Alexander Payne film.
Gemini: Clueless (1995)
"As if!" Chatty and social Geminis should look no further than Amy Heckerling's social satire Clueless. Alicia Silverstone plays Cher Horowitz, a popular and rich Beverly Hills high school student. The film follows Cher as she tackles homework, her wardrobe, and romance.
Geminis are mutable Air signs who are considered the gossipers of the Zodiac. While unreliable, Geminis are entertaining people to be around. They always have a good story to tell.
Cancer: Crooklyn (1994)
An under-the-radar Spike Lee dramedy, Crooklyn takes place in Brooklyn's Bedford–Stuyvesant neighborhood during the summer of 1973. The film tells the story of a young girl named Tory, digging deep in her experiences with her older brothers and parents.
Cancers are deeply sensitive Water signs who feel best when they're around close loved ones. Cancers also love being at home, so they will find Crooklyn's intimate look into one family's life compelling.
Leo: The Truman Show (1998)
The Truman Show is a testament to Jim Carrey's range as an actor. The film follows Carrey's character Truman Burbank, who is adopted as an infant by a corporation that raises him inside a simulated reality television show.
Leos are the consummate actors of the Zodiac. These Fire signs love being the center of attention, so the idea of a television show revolving around their lives probably doesn't sound so bad to Leos. Like Carrey's Truman, Leos are also gregarious, entertaining, and big-hearted.
Virgo: Reality Bites (1994)
Ben Stiller's Reality Bites is a tribute to 90s post-college angst. It follows a group of smart, yet misguided, 20 somethings navigating their lives in Houston. Stellar performances from Ethan Hawke, Winona Rider, Janeane Garofalo, and Steve Zahn push the film's relatable narrative.
The Earth sign Virgo tends to be too intellectual for its own good. These Earth signs, while practical and analytical, are nervous nellies who struggle with being overly judgmental and too self-critical. The extreme sarcasm in Reality Bites is perfect for Virgos.
Libra: Friday (1995)
Ice Cube and Chris Tucker make a very comical duo in Friday, a film paying homage to life in South Central Los Angeles. The pair play Craig and Smokey, two unemployed friends who are just trying to get by and keep the peace in their neighborhood. Friday moves between low-key conversational humor and histrionic laughs.
Libras are judicious Air signs who just want everyone to get along. They love being social, and they love staying in the know when it comes to their neighborhood. The genial vibe throughout Friday matches the Libra style.
Scorpio: Rushmore (1998)
Wes Anderson's cult classic about two intense men vying for the love of the same woman revels in Scorpio ion. Bill Murray plays Herman Blume, and Jason Schwartzman -- in his film debut -- plays a precocious teen named Max Fischer. The two strike a unique bond, but when they both fall for elementary school teacher Rosemary Cross (Olivia Williams), an extreme war of the wills ensues.
Scorpios are jealous and emotional Water signs whose lives revolve around overwhelming devotion to certain people, ideas, and lifestyles. Scorpios will enjoy the subtle laughs generated by Rushmore's emotional undercurrent.
Sagitarrius: Empire Records (1995)
Empire Records is a requisite misfit ensemble comedy about a group of record store employees. The movie follows these characters -- portrayed by the likes of Liv Tyler, Renée Zellweger, and Robin Tunney -- as they trudge through one especially drama-filled day at work. Empire Records is a cinematic, exciting film without any boring moments.
Sagitarriuses are outgoing Fire signs who value their individuality and freedom. They will love the film's idiosyncratic characters, shunning of the status quo, and offbeat humor.
Capricorn: Office Space (1999)
Studious and hard-working Capricorns won't miss a beat in Mike Judge's textbook work comedy Office Space. Ron Livingston stars as an IT coder who decides to slowly undermine his bosses. Eventually, Livingston's character Peter Gibbons decides to stop working altogether -- and the outcomes are hysterical.
Capricorns are responsible Earth signs for their self-control and discipline. Office Space explores what happens when cubicle-bound Capricorns -- including Stephen Root's red stapler loving Milton -- stage a coup.
