Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "woman-mistaken-for-a-man"

1. Ishtar (1987)

PG-13 | 107 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

Two terrible lounge singers get booked to play a gig in a Moroccan hotel but somehow become pawns in an international power play between the C.I.A., the Emir of Ishtar, and the rebels trying to overthrow his regime.

Director: Elaine May | Stars: Warren Beatty, Dustin Hoffman, Isabelle Adjani, Charles Grodin

Votes: 12,124 | Gross: $14.38M

2. That Darn Cat! (1965)

Approved | 116 min | Comedy, Crime, Family

After a kidnapped bank teller uses a neighbor's wandering cat to send an S.O.S., the F.B.I. assigns a cat-allergic Agent to the case.

Director: Robert Stevenson | Stars: Hayley Mills, Dean Jones, Dorothy Provine, Roddy McDowall

Votes: 7,940 | Gross: $28.06M

3. Deadtime Stories (1986)

R | 93 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

"Deadtime Stories" is a 1986 horror anthology, where a babysitting uncle tells his nephew three horror stories about killer witches, Little Red Riding Hood and a werewolf, and "Goldi Lox" and the three bears.

Director: Jeffrey Delman | Stars: Scott Valentine, Nicole Picard, Matt Mitler, Cathryn de Prume

Votes: 2,579 | Gross: $2.75M

4. Swap Meat at the Love Market (1973)

97 min | Comedy

There's no plot to get in the way of the bondage action, as four lovely ladies are securely tied and muzzled in a variety of positions.

Director: Hubert Frank | Stars: Monica Marc, Michael Maien, Ingrid Steeger, Britt Corvin

Votes: 125

5. The Adventures of Hajji Baba (1954)

Passed | 94 min | Action, Adventure, Romance

In Ispahan, Persia, a barber mistakes an emerald ring as the prize to be delivered to a prince known far and wide, only to realize that a runaway Princess is the real treasure awaited, promising to escort her to her final destination.

Director: Don Weis | Stars: John Derek, Elaine Stewart, Thomas Gomez, Amanda Blake

Votes: 668

6. Tell No One (2012)

Unrated | 85 min | Comedy, Romance

Matthia is about to move to Madrid to be with his boyfriend Eduard, so he won't have to reveal to the family of being gay. Eduard, however, is convinced that their marriage has the blessing... See full summary »

Director: Ivan Silvestrini | Stars: Josafat Vagni, Monica Guerritore, Francesco Montanari, Antonino Bruschetta

Votes: 1,567

7. Murder in a Blue World (1973)

R | 88 min | Crime, Drama, Horror

A nurse tries to bring her own style of relief to miserable people, or ones condemned to die. Her identity is a mystery, and she may not be quite what she seems.

Director: Eloy de la Iglesia | Stars: Sue Lyon, Christopher Mitchum, Jean Sorel, Ramón Pons

Votes: 542

8. Up 'n' Under (1998)

99 min | Comedy, Sport

A former professional rugby player trains a group of underachievers to compete against the dominant local team in a rugby sevens tournament, with the assistance of an attractive woman, after making a bet with his boss.

Director: John Godber | Stars: Gary Olsen, Richard Ridings, Samantha Womack, Ralph Brown

Votes: 969

9. Goodbye Gemini (1970)

R | 89 min | Crime, Drama, Horror

Unnaturally-close jet-setting twins become enmeshed in the Swinging London scene, where their relationship is strained after they befriend a predatory hustler and his girlfriend.

Director: Alan Gibson | Stars: Judy Geeson, Martin Potter, Michael Redgrave, Alexis Kanner

Votes: 463

10. The Great Madcap (1949)

92 min | Comedy

A father decides to teach their bratty kids a lesson about the value of money.

Director: Luis Buñuel | Stars: Fernando Soler, Rosario Granados, Andrés Soler, Rubén Rojo

Votes: 1,417

11. To Faro (2008)

90 min | Drama

Melanie meets Jenny and falls in love. But Jenny thinks she's met Miguel.

Director: Nana Neul | Stars: Anjorka Strechel, Lucie Hollmann, Manuel Cortez, Florian Panzner

Votes: 477

12. La feldmarescialla (1967)

110 min | Comedy, Musical, War

A waitress helps a scientist flee the Nazis.

Director: Steno | Stars: Rita Pavone, Francis Blanche, Terence Hill, Aroldo Tieri

Votes: 263

13. Holy Weapon (1993)

R | 98 min | Action, Comedy, Fantasy

The story of Seven Maidens who are recruited to challenge the threat posed by a Japanese swordsman of supernatural power.

Directors: Jing Wong, Dennis Chan | Stars: Michelle Yeoh, Carol 'Do Do' Cheng, Maggie Cheung, Sandra Kwan Yue Ng

Votes: 304

14. Wanted... Ded or Alayb (1976)

Comedy

With an all-star cast.

Director: Warlito M. Teodoro | Stars: Nora Aunor, Nova Villa, Rudy Fernandez, Rene Requiestas

15. Un chien qui rapporte (1932)

87 min | Comedy

Josyane Plaisir, a rather idle singer, who is waiting for the man of her heart,handsome and rich if possible, accepts the offer of a dog handler. The clever man has worked out a scheme to ... See full summary »

Director: Jean Choux | Stars: René Lefèvre, Arletty, Médy, Christiane Dor

Votes: 69

16. Red Noses (1932)

21 min | Comedy, Short

Thelma and Zasu go to a Turkish bath to try to get rid of a cold.

Director: James W. Horne | Stars: Zasu Pitts, Thelma Todd, Blanche Payson, Wilfred Lucas

Votes: 102

17. Transky, body, vteriny (2021 TV Movie)

94 min | Comedy, Drama, Sport

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Directors: Tomás Dianiska, Petra Vselichová | Stars: Jakub Burýsek, Pavla Gajdosíková, Markéta Matulová, Ondrej Brett

18. Blåjackor (1945)

123 min | Comedy, Romance

A musical comedy about Kalle Svensson, a sergeant in the navy, and his loved one Nanette Raquette who works as a gymnastics teacher.

Director: Rolf Husberg | Stars: Nils Poppe, Annalisa Ericson, Karl-Arne Holmsten, Cécile Ossbahr

Votes: 61

19. Theatre Night (1985–1990)
Episode: What the Butler Saw (1987)

85 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Dr. Prentice, a psychiatrist is attempting to interview an attractive secretary, Geraldine. Unwittingly surprised by his wife, he hides the girl. The affairs multiply as Mrs. Prentice, ... See full summary »

Director: Barry Davis | Stars: Dinsdale Landen, Tessa Peake-Jones, Prunella Scales, Tyler Butterworth

Votes: 60

20. Becker (1998–2004)
Episode: SuperBob (2000)

TV-PG | Comedy

After Becker's building super dies from a heart-attack, Bob successfully takes over with some help from Linda. Reggie receives a proposal after only two dates, unaware that her boyfriend is already engaged to be married.

Director: Ken Levine | Stars: Ted Danson, Terry Farrell, Hattie Winston, Shawnee Smith

Votes: 107

21. Doctor Who (1963–1989)
Episode: The Smugglers: Episode 1 (1966)

TV-PG | 25 min | Adventure, Drama, Family

The Doctor discovers Polly and Ben aboard the TARDIS shortly before the ship arrives in 17th century Cornwall, where the local churchwarden gives the Doctor a cryptic message shortly before being murdered.

Director: Julia Smith | Stars: William Hartnell, Anneke Wills, Michael Craze, Terence de Marney

Votes: 359

22. Married... with Children (1987–1997)
Episode: The Stepford Peg (1997)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

Al is planning a get-together for the guys and they'll be watching wrestling from cable. Al wants Peg to help, but she declines. Then Peg has an accident where she hits her head and gets ... See full summary »

Director: Amanda Bearse | Stars: Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, Amanda Bearse, Christina Applegate

Votes: 503

23. That '80s Show (2002)
Episode: After the Kiss (2002)

TV-PG | Comedy

After Corey and Tuesdays' initial kiss, they can't keep their hands off of each other, but where is this relationship headed. Meanwhile, Sophia is taking over R.T.'s company and Roger is taking over Katie's aerobics class.

Director: Terry Hughes | Stars: Glenn Howerton, Tinsley Grimes, Chyler Leigh, Eddie Shin

Votes: 51

24. Twin Peaks (1990–1991)
Episode: Lonely Souls (1990)

TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Cooper and the One-Armed Man inspect guests at the Great Northern. Hawk finds Harold Smith dead - with a mysterious suicide note and the diary torn to shreds. Leo speaks to Bobby about "new shoes."

Director: David Lynch | Stars: Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Ontkean, Mädchen Amick, Dana Ashbrook

Votes: 6,516

25. Will & Grace (1998–2020)
Episode: Swimming from Cambodia (2003)

TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Romance

When Grace (Debra Messing) returns back to New York for her mother's birthday, Will (Eric McCormack) tries to coerce her into staying in town a bit longer so the two can spend some quality time together.

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, Megan Mullally, Sean Hayes

Votes: 266

26. The Real Ghostbusters (1986–1991)
Episode: If I Were a Witchman (1989)

TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Comedy

The Ghostbusters are called to a small New England village to exorcise a recently escaped ancient witch Kestrel. She seeks revenge on various town descendants, including the Spengler family... See full summary »

Director: Will Meugniot | Stars: Frank Welker, Dave Coulier, Buster Jones, Maurice LaMarche

Votes: 61

27. The Life & Times of Tim (2008–2012)
Episode: Bashko's Hairy Daughter/Tim's Not Singing (2008)

TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Comedy

Tim shows his superintendent's daughter the ropes, on the job and off; when Tim messes up with his co-workers, Debbie tries to help him out.

Director: Steve Dildarian | Stars: Steve Dildarian, M.J. Otto, Nick Kroll, Bob Morrow

Votes: 69

28. Miranda (2009–2015)
Episode: Date (2009)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

Miranda is so tall that delivery men to the joke shop she owns frequently mistake her for a man. Penny, her mother, is desperate to marry her off. Then the gorgeous Gary, an old friend who ... See full summary »

Director: Juliet May | Stars: Miranda Hart, Tom Ellis, Patricia Hodge, Katy Wix

Votes: 489

29. Jeff Lewis Live (2019– )
Episode: Security Guards & Too Much Dirty Talk (2021)

Comedy, Talk-Show

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Stars: Shane Douglas, Julie Goldman, Alyssa Heimrich, Brandy Howard

30. Friday Night Dinner (2011–2020)
Episode: The Yoghurts (2012)

TV-14 | 23 min | Comedy

Martin is drying fish in the cupboard under the stairs whilst Jonny is fretting as he wants to split with Liz but is scared to tell her and asks Grandma's advice. This,however,is to take ... See full summary »

Director: Martin Dennis | Stars: Tamsin Greig, Simon Bird, Paul Ritter, Tom Rosenthal

Votes: 479

31. Mr. D (2012–2018)
Episode: World Religions (2013)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy

Gerry's 'World Religions' unit goes off course when he brings his personal views into the classroom.

Director: Jacob Tierney | Stars: Gerry Dee, Jonathan Torrens, Lauren Hammersley, Booth Savage

Votes: 38

32. The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince (2007)
Episode: First Cup (2007)

TV-Y | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

As a tomboy struggles through multiple jobs that don't quite make ends meet, a wealthy matriarch plans to change her ungrounded 29-year-old spoiled grandson.

Stars: Gong Yoo, Yoon Eun-hye, Lee Sun-kyun, Chae Jeong-an

Votes: 54

33. Mike Tyson Mysteries (2014–2020)
Episode: The Farmer's Daughter (2016)

TV-14 | 21 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

The team arrives on a farm in a small town to help the slutty daughter of a friendly conservative Christian couple that resents her. However, there's a very good reason for the way they treat her.

Director: Jeff Siergey | Stars: Mike Tyson, Norm MacDonald, Rachel Ramras, Jim Rash

Votes: 93

34. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017–2023)
Episode: Because You Left (2017)

TV-MA | 49 min | Comedy, Drama

After another arrest, Midge finds herself in legal trouble, forcing her to rely on Susie's street smarts. Abe approaches Moishe with an interesting proposition. Lenny Bruce offers some unconventional inspiration for Midge's act.

Director: Daniel Palladino | Stars: Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, Marin Hinkle

Votes: 2,784

35. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017–2023)
Episode: Ya Shivu v Bolshom Dome Na Kholme (2017)

TV-MA | 51 min | Comedy, Drama

Midge's life is in a tailspin in the wake of Joel leaving. Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep their family together. Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino | Stars: Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Michael Zegen, Marin Hinkle

Votes: 2,955