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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.

Slumberland

1541. Slumberland

Family Fantasy Comedy Quest Fantasy Parent-Child Family
6.7

20221h 57min

United States

Director: Francis Lawrence

A young girl discovers a secret map to the dreamworld of Slumberland, and with the help of an eccentric outlaw, she traverses dreams and flees nightmares, with the hope that she will be able to see her late father again.

Themes

Grief and family bonds, Dreamworld vs waking life, Imagination as escape, Sea of nightmares, Pearls and wishes, Maps as agency

Available on

Netflix
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Blue's Big City Adventure

1542. Blue's Big City Adventure

Family Music Comedy Adventure Animation
6.2

20221h 14min

Canada, Ireland

Director: Matt Stawski

When Josh gets the opportunity of a lifetime to audition for Rainbow Puppy’s Broadway musical, Josh and Blue skidoo to NYC for the very first time where they meet new friends and discover the magic of music, dance, and following one’s dreams.


Disenchanted

1543. Disenchanted

Comedy Family Fantasy Holiday Family Narrative Fantasy
5.6

20221h 58min

United States

Director: Adam Shankman

Disillusioned with life in the city, feeling out of place in suburbia, and frustrated that her happily ever after hasn’t been so easy to find, Giselle turns to the magic of Andalasia for help. Accidentally transforming the entire town into a real-life fairy tale and placing her family’s future happiness in jeopardy, she must race against time to reverse the spell and determine what happily ever after truly means to her and her family.

Themes

Family resilience under pressure, Suburban alienation, Illusion vs reality, Memory as identity, Power through enchantment, Social governance and exclusion

Available on

Disney Plus
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The Menu

1544. The Menu

Comedy Horror Thriller Dark Comedy Psychological Horror
7.2

20221h 47min

United States

Director: Mark Mylod

A group of esteemed guests, including Tyler and Margot, gathers for an exclusive dinner at a restaurant on a remote island. But tonight is special—because the eccentric Chef Slowik has prepared an unforgettable menu for them.

Themes

Loss of passion for craft, Elite entitlement, Deception through presentation, Exploitation of artisans, Spectacle as punishment, Dining as ritual

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Christmas with You

1545. Christmas with You

Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy
5.6

20221h 31min

United States

Director: Gabriela Tagliavini

Feeling career burnout, pop star Angelina escapes to grant a young fan's wish in small-town New York, where she not only finds the inspiration to revitalize her career but also a shot at true love.

Themes

"movie: christmas with you. genres: romance, Comedy, Romance, Comedy main themes: christmas, Christmas full keywords list: christmas. concept analysis: the film explores the journey of self-discovery and the importance of personal connections over professional success. it highlights how love and community can inspire creativity and bring fulfillment beyond the pressures of fame."

Available on

Netflix
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Forever Young

1546. Forever Young

Drama Comedy
6.6

20222h 6min

France, Italy

Director: Valeria Bruni Tedeschi

At the end of the 1980s, Stella, Victor, Adèle and Etienne are 20 years old. They take the entrance exam to the famous acting school created by Patrice Chéreau and Pierre Romans at the Théâtre des Amandiers in Nanterre. Launched at full speed into life, passion, and love, together they will experience the turning point of their lives, but also their first tragedy.


Sam & Kate

1547. Sam & Kate

Comedy Drama Romance
6.2

20221h 50min

United States

Director: Darren Le Gallo

Bill is an ailing larger-than-life father being taken care of by his son Sam, who has returned home to care for him. While home, Sam falls for a local woman, Kate. At the same time, Bill starts to fall for her mom, Tina.


Spirited

1548. Spirited

Comedy Satire
6.6

20222h 7min

United States

Director: Sean Anders

Each Christmas Eve, the Ghost of Christmas Present selects one dark soul to be reformed by a visit from three spirits. But this season, he picked the wrong Scrooge. Clint Briggs turns the tables on his ghostly host until Present finds himself reexamining his own past, present and future.

Themes

Public image vs private life, Deception and accountability, Power and influence, Media manipulation ethics, Family obligation vs career, Memory and consequence

Available on

Apple TV
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Falling for Christmas

1549. Falling for Christmas

Romance Comedy Family Romantic Comedy Christmas Family
5.3

20221h 35min

United States

Director: Janeen Damian

An engaged, spoiled hotel heiress finds herself in the care of a handsome, blue-collar lodge owner and his precocious daughter after getting amnesia in a skiing accident.

Themes

"movie: falling for christmas. genres: romance, Comedy, Family, Romance, Comedy, Family main themes: holiday, Christmas spirit, Holiday, Christmas spirit full keywords list: holiday, Christmas spirit. concept analysis: the film explores themes of self-discovery and the importance of genuine connections over material wealth. it highlights the transformative power of love and community in overcoming personal struggles."

Available on

Netflix
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My Father's Dragon

1550. My Father's Dragon

Animation Adventure Family Fantasy Comedy
6.5

20221h 39min

Ireland, United States

Director: Nora Twomey

Struggling to cope after a move to the city with his mother, Elmer runs away in search of Wild Island and a young dragon who waits to be rescued. Elmer’s adventures introduce him to ferocious beasts, a mysterious island and the friendship of a lifetime.