35 Best Comedy Movies on Netflix You Should Watch
Jul. 20, 2019Note:One thing worth mentioning upfront is that not all the movies mentioned in this lineup are available in every region. While all of the films are currently streaming in the US, some of them are not available in other countries like India, Australia, UK, and more. So, when you click on the checkout link of any flick and don’t find the option to play it, do not be confused.
Not a great fan of plain comedy? No problem. I have meticulously chosen a variety of comedy films that are currently streaming on Netflix. Whether you enjoy indulging with romantic-comedy, love watching political satire, or have a huge penchant for action-comedy, chances are high that you would find the flicks that can effortlessly get into your watchlist. But before you get to the list, don’t forget to check out our other lists ofNetflix moviesthat you can watch:
Note:The Rotten Tomato ratings mentioned below are in the “Tomatometer/Audience Score” format. Also, the movies mentioned here are in no particular order. So check the entire list to find the ones that interest you.
1.The 40-Year-Old Virgin
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When you talk about the romantic comedy movies that have ruled the hearts of millions, the one name that deserves a special mention is “As Good As It Gets” (1997). StarringJack Nicholson and Helen Hunt, the film is not only very romantic but also scores pretty high on comedy.The chemistry between Nicholson and Hunt was highly appreciable so much so that they bothwon the Academy Award for best actor and best actress.
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If you have a penchant for black comedy, you shouldn’t miss out on “Burn After Reading” (2008). The biggest highlight of this movie is the star cast. Boastinghuge stars like George Clooney, Frances McDormand, John Malkovich, Tilda Swinton, Richard Jenkins, and Brad Pitt,it is the sort of film which you would love to watch again and again. They have donned the roles of a bunch of idiots who keep landing themselves in tricky situations and never seem to learn from the mistakes.
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Frankly speaking, there are very few comedy movies that are as hilarious as “The Hangover” (2009). Todd Phillips has done a great job as the director and so have thestar cast like Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis.Three best friends and the groom go for a bachelor party in Las Vegas. But when they wake up from a long slumber the next morning, they have lost both the recollection and the groom. Will they be able to get back what they have lost and what sort of challenges they will face along the way? Unwind the film to discover that funny tale!
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Zombieland (2009) is primed for themovie buffs who never seem to get enough of zombies! In this post-apocalyptic Zombie comedy film (directed by Ruben Fleischer), you will watch stars like Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, and Abigail Breslin in search of a sanctuary that is completely free from zombies. As the geeky college kids have a hard time finding safe heaven, you will enjoy discovering their tales and the funny incidents in between. It is one of the best comedy movies that you can watch on Netflix.
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As someone who loves to watch romantic and comedy films, I have found “Music and Lyrics” (Directed by Marc Lawrence: 2007) worth watching. The film stars Hugh Grant and Drew Barrymore in the lead roles. Theplot revolves around the relationship between a former pop music idol and an aspiring writeras they find it a bit hard to compose a song for a pop icon. Their sizzling romance and side-splitting comedy will hold both your time and breath.
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Should you want a nice romantic comedy-drama to fill your time with both love and fun, I would recommend you to put Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist on the wishlist. In this movie (2008, starring Michael Cera and Kat Dennings),Nick and Norah try to pretend to be a couple to avoid being heckled by their friends.But due to some unexpected turn of events, they become a real couple.Cera and Dennings’ acting is commendable and so is their romance.
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Do you have a passion for cooking or admire aspiring people? If yes, Julia and Julia (2009) would be a fine bet for you. In this American comedy-drama (starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci, Chris Messina)Julie Powell, the young blogger, wants to emulate her idol “Julia Child”and desires to master her excellent cooking technologies. Although their lives are poles apart, their passion for food brings them closer. Overall, you would really appreciate this movie and adore the spotless acting of Meryl Streep and Amy Adams.
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Set on the last day of a camp, “Wet Hot American Summer” (2009) is one of my favorite satirical comedy files. The movieboasts an ensemble cast featuring Janeane Garofalo, David Hyde Pierce,Molly Shannon, Paul Rudd, Christopher Meloni, and Michael Showalter. Even though this is the last day of the trip, the business of the counsellers is yet to be finished and they are in a rush to get it done before the day ends. You will enjoy watching their frustration and the comedy of errors that they would commit time and time again.
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They say “Love knows no boundaries”. And, this is exactly what you would find out in Chasing Amy (1997) –a fun-loving romantic comedy-drama starring Affleck, Joey Lauren Adams, and Jason Lee. In this film,Affleck plays the role of a male comic artist who falls in love with a lesbian/bisexual woman(Adams). But his friend (Lee) doesn’t like this relationship. Will the love birds become each other?
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Without an iota of doubt, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” is a must-watch British comedy film (1975). The movie has beenbeautifully written and performed by Monty Python.It shows the despair-ridden circumstances of the middle ages where the king of Britons leads his knights to capture the Holy Grain. On their way, they encounter unexpected horrors. Thanks to the intriguing story and immaculate acting, it has been chosen as the second-best movie of all time in the ABC’s Best in Film: The Greatest Movies of Our Time.
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Mr. Mom (1983) is alight-hearted comedy film where a man (Michael Keaton) dons the role of a homemaker.His wife (Teri Garr) goes out to do a job and he has to take care of the three children. With the occasional dose of romance and tons of comedy put in place, Mr. Mom never fails to leave a lasting impression. Well, I’ve watched it a couple of times and won’t mind giving it a run one more time. That speaks volumes of how entertaining it is!
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If your mood is calling for afantastic action-comedy film, it would be cool to have a go at “Pineapple Express” (2008). Rogen and James Franco look adorable in their action and comedy avatar. As the corrupt police officer is after their lives, they have to find a way to not only escape the ever-looming danger but also tackle the unexpected challenges that never let them take a breath. With the well-timed one-liners and more than a decent story, Pineapple Express turns out to be a winner which you would like to catch up with your funny buddies.
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Written and directed by Deborah Kaplan and Harry Elfont, Can’t Hardly Wait is a fun-loving flick. And if you don’t mind a brainless story, you will enjoy having a go at it. The movie features anensemble cast consisting of Ethan Embry, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Charlie Korsmo, Lauren Ambrose, Peter Facinelli, and Seth Green. As each star has got their own tricks of comedy, the movie is abundant with laughs. Not to mention, it has alsogot some notable teen starswho add plenty of fun elements into the plot. So, you shouldn’t expect any dull moments.
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A top-notch romantic comedy film like Hitch is what you should go after to fill your moments with a lot of humor and love. Featuring major names likeWill Smith, along with Eva Mendes, Kevin James, and Amber Valletta, the flick scores pretty high in most aspects. Written by Kevin Bisch and directed by Andy Tennant, it’s about Alex Hitch (Smith) who is a professional dating consultant. Hitch’s pro tips about how to woo a woman make this flick a great watch. I consider it one of the best comedy movies on Netflix right now.
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For more than one reason, “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” is worthy of a permanent slot in your special collection of Netflix comedy movies. For starters, the moviestars Jim Carrey who has donned the role of Ace Ventura– a humorous animal detective. Ace is on a mission to track down an abducted dolphin mascot of the Miami Dolphins football team. Aside from Carrey, it also includes other proven actors like Courteney Cox, Tone Loc, and Sean Young.
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Written, produced and directed by Nicholas Stoller, “Get Him To the Greek” is the sort of flick that you can watch time and time again. And that too without finding it boring.Starring Russell Brand and Jonah Hill,the movie is a spin-off sequel of the Stoller’s 2008’s highly successful flick named “Forgetting Sarah Marshall. While Brand has excelled as Aldous Snow, Hill has looked great in his role as Aaron Green.
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Based on a recurring sketch ontelevision’s very popular Saturday Night Liveknown as “The Roxbury Guys”, A Night at the Roxbury could prove to be a big hit among comedy lovers. The movie has a simple yet humorous story and features Will Ferrell, Chris Kattan, Molly Shannon, Mark McKinney, and Colin Quinn in the lead roles. It revolves aroundWealthy brothers Steve and Doug Butabiwho are fond of nightclubs and enjoy wooing beautiful women.
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A nicemix of romance and drama, Obvious Child stands out as a comedy movie. Written and directed by Gillian Robespierre, the film (starring Jenny Slate, Jake Lacy, Gaby Hoffmann, and David Cross) is about Donna who is a stand-up comedian. Her life goes througha big turnaround after a one-night standwith a man named Max. It’s how she copes with the turnaround that forms the core of this comedy movie.
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While Slow West may not be a full-fledged comedy flick, it’s got enough spice to stake the claim of being a fairly good dark western comedy. The movie isset in the American West and revolves around a young Scotsman (Kodi Smit-McPhee)who travels to America to track down his love, Rose Ross. Courtesy an interesting plot coupled with superb direction, the movie was awarded the Sundance Institute’s World Cinema Jury Prize: Dramatic Winner.
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For those looking for a romantic comedy with plenty of laughter moments, Just Friends appear to be a nice pick. Directed by Roger Kumble and written by Adam ‘Tex’ Davis, the comedy movie (starring Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, Anna Faris, Chris Klein, and Christopher Marquette) isabout a formerly overweight high school champ(played by Reynolds) whose life comes to a full circle after reconnecting with his lifelong crush. It’s thehumorous observation of strictly platonic relationshipsas “just friends” or “just as best friends that make it such a great watch.
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It’s the fun-filled storyline that makes Tootsie a treat to watch. The movie (stars Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Teri Garr, Dabney Coleman, and Bill Murray) isabout a talented but cynic actor. When it becomes tough for him to survive in the industry, he decides to turn things around by adopting a new identity as a woman. But will his new avatar bring the desired change? Well, you will need to put this flick on a roll to discover that. Overall, it’s one of the best comedy movies on Netflix, and I’m sure you will relish it thoroughly.
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Produced byDreamWorks and directed by Jennifer Yuh Nelson, Kung Fu Panda 2 is an animated wuxia comedy-drama film (sequel to the 2008’s Kung Fu Panda). Starring noted actors including Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman, Seth Rogen, Lucy Liu, and David Cross, the movie has received high praise from both fans and critics. It is about Pro and Furious Five who have tofight with an evil white peacock ruler named Lord Shen.It’s their unique battle coupled with a humor-driven plot that sets Kung Fu Panda one of the top comedies on Netflix right now.
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Some comedy movies never seem to age, no matter how many times you have watched them. And The Other Guys (starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Michael Keaton, Eva Mendes, and Steve Coogan) belongs to that elite category. The movie isabout Allen Gamble and Terry “Yankee Clipper” Hoitz who are both detectivesof the New York City Police Department (NYPD). While Allen is a soft-hearted forensic accountant, Terry is a hot-tempered detective. Due mainly to the fascinating story and the excellent duos, The Other Guys is well-received by critics. No wonder itminted well over $170 million worldwide.
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Produced and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, Hail, Caesar! is one of the finest Netflix black comedy movies that are streaming right now. The movie has afictional story that revolves around a fixer called Eddie Mannix (Brolin)working in the Hollywood film industry in the 1950s. The hunt to discover what happened to a cast member who had suddenly disappeared while filming biblical epic forms the crux of this flick. Packed with a good star cast includingJosh Brolin, George Clooney, Alden Ehrenreich, Ralph Fiennes, Jonah Hill, and Scarlett Johansson, the movie has got enough twists to tickle your bones.
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I hope you found thing collection praiseworthy. Though many modern comedy films have done exceedingly well, some of the cult classics like The Graduate and Mr. Mom are still unbeatable. Before kickstarting your movie-watching session, do not forget to spill some beans about your favorite comedy films and why they appeal to your taste so much. Also, tell us about the flicks that are worth adding to the above lineup.
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