So you’re browsing throughNetflix, looking for something to watch, but you’re in the mood for something light. Netflix’s massive library can be intimidating, especially when you’re looking for agoodcomedy amidst a sea of subpar entries in the genre. Not to fear, though, because we here at Collider have you covered. Below, we’ve curated a list of the very best comedies on Netflix right now. We’ve got everything from silly buddy comedies, big splashy commercial comedies, more esoteric indies, and even a couple of films that toe the line between comedy and drama. Surely you’ll find something to your liking, so scroll through our list of the best comedies on Netflix below and find that perfect pick.
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Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
Editor’s note: This article was last updated in November 2023 to include Old Dads.
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Your Place or Mine (2023)
Run Time: 1 hr 51 min |Director: Aline Brosh McKenna
Cast: Reese Witherspoon, Ashton Kutcher, Zoe Chao, Jesse Williams
Reese Witherspoon(The Morning Show) stars withAshton Kutcherin the adorably charming rom-com fromAline Brosh McKenna(The Devil Wears Prada),Your Place or Mine.With a refreshingly simple and easygoing plot,Your Place or Mineexplores the opposites-attract trope by following a couple of best friends (Witherspoon and Kutcher) who are the antithesis of each other — even going so far as to live on different coasts. Through entertaining shenanigans,Your Place or Mineprovides a feel-good comedy with a stellar supporting cast, includingJesse Williams,Gloria Calderón Kellett(Jane the Virgin),Zoe Chao(The Afterparty), andTig Notaro.– Yael Tygiel
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Old Dads (2023)
Run Time: 1 hr 44 min |Director: Bill Burr
Cast: Bill Burr, Rachael Harris, Katie Aselton, C. Thomas Howell
Written by, directed by, and starringBill Burr,Old Dadstells the tale of three men new to fatherhood later than most, with their own discrepancies against modern life now coming face-to-face with a situation that requires them to change. A fantastic satirical look at the generational differences that are so culturally relevant today,Old Dadsis, at its heart, a comedy with humor akin to Bill Burr’s own stand-up. Filled to the brim with outrageous set pieces and laugh-out-loud tirades against the most unassuming of targets,Old Dadsis funny and furious but never forgets the heartwarming bonding of father and child at its core. -Jake Hodges
Love Is in the Air (2023)
Run Time: 1 hr 28 min |Director: Adrian Powers
Cast: Delta Goodrem, Joshua Sasse, Roy Billing
Written and directed byAdrian Powers,Love Is in the Airtakes itsJohn Paul Young-inspired title literally, withDelta Goodrem’s seaplane pilot Dana Randall finding romance in the form ofJoshua Sasse’s William, a man who is on a mission to destroy Dana’s business. Light-hearted with a true sense of the genre at the story’s core,Love is in the Airwas shot in 8k Vista Vision by cinematographerTony O’Loughlan, making it not just a narrative treat but a visual one, too. The fabulous chemistry of the lead couple is reinforced by a strong ensemble that includes the likes ofRoy Billing,Mia Grunwald, andDaniela Pizzirani. -Jake Hodges
You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah (2023)
Run Time: 1 hr 43 min |Genre: Comedy |Director: Sammi Cohen
Cast: Idina Menzel, Jackie Sandler, Adam Sandler
ComedianAdam Sandler(Big Daddy) takes a big step to the side to introduce his daughterSunny Sandler, who stars in this coming-of-age comedy adapting the young adult novel byFiona Rosenbloom.You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvahis the story of two best friends in middle school who become bitter rivals after one of them steals the other’s crush. The comedy and drive of the film are steeped in Jewish culture, as you may have guessed from the name, which adds some great layers to this family film and helps emphasize the internal struggle of the main heroine as she careens towards cultural adulthood.
They Cloned Tyrone (2023)
Run Time: 2 hr 2 min |Director: Juel Taylor
Cast: Jamie Foxx, John Boyega, Teyonah Parris
They Cloned Tyroneis the feature film directorial debut ofJuel Taylor(Creed II), and despite being a throwback to Blaxploitation films of the 70s, it feels perpetually relevant and modern. The film starsJamie Foxx(Day Shift),John Boyega(Attack the Block), andTeyonah Parris(Candyman) as a hustler, a pimp, and a sex worker who accidentally stumble onto a nationwide government conspiracy using Black communities across America as guinea pigs in sinister experiments. The trio all kill it throughout the film, but Boyega gives a standout performance as he delivers distinct personalities for multiple versions of his character that all feel uniquely tragic. –Tauri Miller
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The Perfect Find (2023)
Run Time: 1 hr 39 min |Director: Numa Perrier
Cast: Gabrielle Union, Gina Torres, Keith Powers, Aisha Hinds, La La Anthony
The Perfect Findis a beautiful classic romantic comedy based on the beloved novel by authorTia Williams, which features both a powerhouse cast andSex and the City-quality costuming.Gabrielle Unionstars as Jenna, an ambitious and talented woman making a comeback after her personal and professional life take a hit. Complications ensue when Jenna meets a charming younger man (Keith Powers) who turns out to be not only her co-worker but also the son of her steely boss (Gina Torres). DirectorNuma Perriershowcases the realities of demanding careers, exciting romances, and the ability to balance it all.– Yael Tygiel
I Used to Be Famous (2022)
Run Time: 1 hr 44 min |Genre: Music, Comedy |Director: Eddie Sternberg
Cast: Ed Skrein, Eoin Macken, Lorraine Ashbourne, Eleanor Matsuura
The feature film debut of directorEddie Sternberg,I Used to Be Famousfollows a washed-up pop star desperately trying to get back in the spotlight.Ed Skrein(Deadpool) takes on the role of said pop star, who finds an unlikely music partner in a young autistic boy named Stevie (Leo Long). A remarkable aspect of the film is the casting of Long, who is himself neurodivergent, which differs from historical castings of neurotypical actors to play autistic characters in film and television likeRainman,Forrest Gump, andThe Good Doctor. This authenticity allows the filmmakers to avoid some of the typical trappings of portraying a character on the spectrum and lends itself well to humanizing all the characters in the film surrounding this wonderfully enchanting young man.
Murder Mystery 2 (2023)
Run Time: 1 hr 29 min |Director: Jeremy Garelick
Cast: Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Strong, Adeel Akhtar, John Kani
Murder Mystery 2starsAdam Sandler(Hustle) andJennifer Aniston(The Morning Show), reprising their roles from the 2019 filmMurder Mysteryfor a delightful sequel directed byJeremy Garelick. Following the exciting adventure of the first film, Nick and Audrey (Sandler and Aniston) are struggling to keep their private detective agency afloat when they’re invited into a new mystery at the wedding of their friend The Maharajah, played once again byAdeel Akhtar(Sweet Tooth), who is kidnapped. As their third film together, Sandler and Aniston play off each other seamlessly, revealing their hilarious synchronicity inMurder Mystery 2.– Yael Tygiel
White Noise (2022)
Run Time: 2 hrs 16 min |Director: Noah Baumbach
Cast: Adam Driver, Greta Gerwig, Don Cheadle, Raffey Cassidy
One of the weirdest satires,White Noiseis an absurdist dramedy adapted from the 1985 novel by authorDon DeLillo. Translated for the big screen by writer/directorNoah Baumbach, who is not unfamiliar with unconventional premises and scripts,White Noiseis hard to define yet easy to enjoy.White Noiseshines with beautiful visuals and unique cinematography, as well as the score from iconDanny Elfman, earning praise for the talent behind the camera as well as in front. StarringAdam DriverandGreta Gerwig,White Noisefollows as they and their four children survive a disastrous Airborne Toxic Event.– Yael Tygiel
The Nice Guys (2016)
