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Comedy movies

Lighthearted stories designed to make you laugh, ranging from witty satire to hilarious slapstick moments.

Subgenres include: Parody, Satire, Dark Comedy.

The Roundup: No Way Out

1461. The Roundup: No Way Out

Action Crime Comedy Thriller Organized Crime
6.6

20231h 45min

South Korea

Director: Lee Sang-yong

Detective Ma Seok-do changes his affiliation from the Geumcheon Police Station to the Metropolitan Investigation Team, in order to eradicate Japanese gangsters who enter Korea to commit heinous crimes.

Themes

Police corruption, Deception and double-crossing, Drug crime networks, Turf war dynamics, Organized crime vs law enforcement, Corruption of officials

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Where the Tracks End

1462. Where the Tracks End

Drama Comedy Family
7.0

20231h 35min

Mexico

Director: Ernesto Contreras

Georgina is a teacher determined to make a difference in the lives of the children she educates in the classroom of a wagon school in rural Mexico.


You Hurt My Feelings

1463. You Hurt My Feelings

Drama Comedy Romance
6.5

20231h 33min

United States

Director: Nicole Holofcener

A novelist's longstanding marriage is suddenly upended when she overhears her husband giving his honest reaction to her latest book.


About My Father

1464. About My Father

Comedy Buddy Comedy
5.8

20231h 30min

United States

Director: Laura Terruso

Encouraged by his girlfriend Ellie, Sebastian and his Italian immigrant father, Salvo, spend the 4th of July weekend with her wealthy and exceedingly eccentric family. The gathering soon develops into a culture clash, allowing father and son to discover the true meaning of family.

Themes

"movie: about my father. genres: comedy, Comedy main themes: chicago, Illinois, Culture clash, Artist, Chicago, Illinois, Culture clash, Artist full keywords list: chicago, Illinois, Culture clash, Artist, Military veteran, Boyfriend girlfriend relationship, Semi autobiographical, U.s. senator, Country club, Woman director, Eccentric family, Hairstylist, Wealth differences, Rich family, Father son conflict, Father son relationship, Italian immigrant, Cheerful, Hotelier. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of family dynamics across cultural divides, Highlighting the struggle between tradition and modernity. it emphasizes the importance of understanding and accepting one's roots while navigating new relationships."

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Book Club: The Next Chapter

1465. Book Club: The Next Chapter

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Ensemble Comedy
5.6

20231h 48min

United States

Director: Bill Holderman

Four best friends take their book club to Italy for the fun girls' trip they never had. When things go off the rails and secrets are revealed, their relaxing vacation turns into a once-in-a-lifetime cross-country adventure.

Themes

Honesty under social scrutiny, Enduring friendships under pressure, Navigating personal autonomy, Collective travel as catalyst

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White Men Can't Jump

1466. White Men Can't Jump

Comedy Drama Buddy Comedy Underdog Sports
5.2

20231h 41min

United States

Director: Calmatic

Seemingly opposite street hoopers, Jeremy, an injury prone former star, and Kamal, a has-been prodigy, team up to take one final shot at living out their dreams.

Themes

"movie: white men can't jump. genres: comedy, Drama, Comedy, Drama main themes: male friendship, Basketball, Streetball, Male friendship, Basketball, Streetball full keywords list: male friendship, Basketball, Streetball, Los angeles, California, Buddy, Confidence artist, Hustling. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of resilience and redemption, Illustrating how personal struggles can lead to growth and self-discovery. it emphasizes the importance of friendship and teamwork in overcoming life's challenges and pursuing one's dreams."

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Love Again

1467. Love Again

Romance Drama Comedy Romantic Comedy Relationship Drama
5.9

20231h 44min

United States

Director: Jim Strouse

Mira Ray, dealing with the loss of her fiancé, John, sends a series of romantic texts to his old cell phone number… not realizing the number was reassigned to Rob Burns' new work phone. Rob, a journalist, is captivated by the honesty in the beautifully confessional texts. When he’s assigned to write a profile of megastar Céline Dion, he enlists her help in figuring out how to meet Mira in person and win her heart.

Themes

"movie: love again. genres: romance, Drama, Comedy, Romance, Drama, Comedy main themes: new york city, Journalist, Based on novel or book, New york city, Journalist, Based on novel or book full keywords list: new york city, Journalist, Based on novel or book, Illustrator, Artist, Text messaging, Based on movie, Grieving, Duringcreditsstinger, Death of fiancé, Music critic, Children's author, Unexpected romance, Confess feelings, Loss and grief. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of love and healing in the face of loss, Illustrating how connections can emerge from grief. it highlights the transformative power of vulnerability and the courage it takes to open one's heart again."

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Polite Society

1468. Polite Society

Comedy Action Drama Martial Arts Action High-Concept Comedy
6.6

20231h 44min

United Kingdom

Director: Nida Manzoor

Martial artist-in-training Ria Khan believes she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting the help of her friends, Ria attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists in the name of independence and sisterhood.

Themes

Performative deception, Sister relationship loyalty, Wedding pressure autonomy, Kidnapping risk, Martial arts ambition, Cultural expectation conflict, Parents control vs independence

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Dream

1469. Dream

Comedy Drama
6.5

20232h 7min

South Korea, Hungary

Director: Lee Byeong-heon

With hard work and dedication on lock, a group of homeless men trains to compete in a global tournament — despite a cranky coach.


Robots

1470. Robots

Comedy Science Fiction Romance Fantasy High-Concept Comedy
5.5

20231h 33min

Germany, United Kingdom

Director: Casper Christensen

A womanizer and a gold digger trick people into relationships with illegal robot doubles. When they unwittingly use this scam on each other, their robot doubles fall in love and elope, forcing the duo to team up to hunt them down before the authorities discover their secret.

Themes

"movie: robots. genres: comedy, Science fiction, Romance, Fantasy, Comedy, Science fiction, Romance, Fantasy main themes: romcom, Robot, Scam artist, Romcom, Robot, Scam artist full keywords list: romcom, Robot, Scam artist, Humanoid robot, Independent film, Dating scam. concept analysis: the film explores the ethical implications of technology and identity through the lens of human relationships and self-awareness. it raises questions about empathy, Love, And the consequences of using technology to escape personal responsibilities."

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