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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.

Ingrid Goes West

2221. Ingrid Goes West

Comedy Drama Dark Comedy Psychological Drama
6.6

20171h 37min

United States

Director: Matt Spicer

Ingrid becomes obsessed with a social network star named Taylor Sloane who seemingly has a perfect life. But when Ingrid decides to drop everything and move west to be Taylor's friend, her behaviour turns unsettling and dangerous.

Themes

Manipulation and blackmail, Parasocial obsession dynamics, Boundary crossing and pursuit, Online image vs reality, Social media validation pressures, Dependence and instability

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature

2222. The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature

Animation Family Adventure Comedy Family Animation
5.5

20171h 31min

Canada, South Korea

Director: Cal Brunker

When the evil mayor of Oakton decides to bulldoze Liberty Park and build a dangerous amusement park in its place, Surly Squirrel and his ragtag group of animal friends need to band together to save their home, defeat the mayor, and take back the park.

Themes

Leadership under pressure, Rebuilding and resilience, Defense of public space, Cross-species alliance, Corruption and resistance, Resource scarcity and foraging

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Naked

2223. Naked

Comedy Awkward Comedy
5.4

20171h 36min

United States

Director: Michael Tiddes

Following a wild night out with his best man, Rob Anderson wakes up to find himself naked in an elevator on the morning of his wedding day and is forced to relive the morning over and over again.

Themes

"movie: naked. genres: comedy, Comedy main themes: deja vu, Remake, Time loop, Deja vu, Remake, Time loop full keywords list: deja vu, Remake, Time loop, Wedding, Farcical. concept analysis: the film explores themes of personal growth and the importance of commitment in relationships. it highlights the idea that true love requires overcoming obstacles and embracing vulnerability."

Available on

Netflix
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Midnight Runners

2224. Midnight Runners

Comedy Action Crime Buddy Comedy Buddy Action
7.3

20171h 49min

South Korea

Director: Jason Kim

Two apathetic police academy recruits who become best buddies through the tough training together witness a woman being abducted right before their very eyes. As they were taught in the academy, they quickly report the incident to the police, but the police are in no hurry to jump on the case. So the duo decide to take the matter into their own hands and rescue the woman.

Themes

Duty under pressure, Institutional neglect, Underground pursuit of justice, Moral courage, Bromance and teamwork, Risk vs rules

Available on

The Roku Channel
Kanopy
Hoopla
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Little Evil

2225. Little Evil

Horror Comedy Dark Comedy Supernatural Horror
5.7

20171h 34min

United States

Director: Eli Craig

Gary, who has just married Samantha, the woman of his dreams, discovers that her six-year-old son may be the Antichrist.

Themes

Parental responsibility under danger, External scrutiny via rumor, Cult influence through secrecy, Marital trust via deception, Family stress through fear, Uncertainty via hidden danger

Available on

Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
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A Bad Moms Christmas

2226. A Bad Moms Christmas

Comedy Buddy Comedy
5.6

20171h 44min

United States, China

Director: Scott Moore

Amy, Kiki and Carla – three under-appreciated and over-burdened women – rebel against the challenges and expectations of the Super Bowl for mothers: Christmas. And if creating a more perfect holiday for their families wasn’t hard enough, they have to do all of that while hosting and entertaining their own mothers.

Themes

"movie: a bad moms christmas. genres: comedy, Comedy main themes: holiday, Christmas, Holiday, Christmas full keywords list: holiday, Christmas. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and the pressures of societal expectations during the holiday season. it emphasizes the importance of communication, Acceptance, And the need to redefine family traditions on one's own terms."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Fun Mom Dinner

2227. Fun Mom Dinner

Comedy Ensemble Comedy
5.3

20171h 21min

United States

Director: Alethea Jones

Four women, whose kids attend the same preschool class, get together for a "fun mom dinner". When the night takes an unexpected turn, these unlikely new friends realize they have more in common than just marriage and motherhood.

Themes

"movie: fun mom dinner. genres: comedy, Comedy main themes: woman director, Woman director full keywords list: woman director. concept analysis: the film explores the complexities of motherhood and the often-hidden struggles women face in balancing personal identity with societal expectations. it emphasizes the importance of friendship and community as a source of strength and support in navigating the challenges of parenting."

Available on

Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At Home
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Brigsby Bear

2228. Brigsby Bear

Comedy Drama High-Concept Comedy Coming-of-Age Drama
7.3

20171h 37min

United States

Director: Dave McCary

Brigsby Bear Adventures is a children's TV show produced for an audience of one: James. When the show abruptly ends, James's life changes forever, and he sets out to finish the story himself.

Themes

Deception and disclosure, Art as coping mechanism, Boundaries of normalcy, External validation vs inner need, Captivity and found family, Creativity as belonging

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Party

2229. The Party

Comedy Drama Dark Comedy Relationship Drama
6.6

20171h 11min

Denmark, United Kingdom

Director: Sally Potter

Various individuals think they’re coming together for a party in a private home, but a series of revelations results in a huge crisis that throws their belief systems – and their values – into total disarray.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Deception within groups, Private space social fracture, Mortality and care obligations, Professional roles under threat, Entitlement and resentment

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Son of Bigfoot

2230. The Son of Bigfoot

Family Animation Comedy Family Animation Parent-Child Family
6.1

20171h 32min

Belgium, France

Director: Jérémie Degruson

Teenage outsider Adam sets out on an epic and daring quest to uncover the mystery behind his long-lost dad, only to find out that he is none other than the legendary Bigfoot! He has been hiding deep in the forest for years to protect himself and his family from HairCo., a giant corporation eager to run scientific experiments with his special DNA. As father and son start making up for lost time after the boy's initial disbelief, Adam soon discovers that he too is gifted with superpowers beyond his imagination. But little do they know, HairCo. is on their tail as Adam's traces have led them to Bigfoot!

Themes

Family protection under threat, Outsider belonging, Corporate exploitation, Genetic experimentation ethics, Deception by corporation, Responsibility with power

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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