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Awkward Comedy movies

Cringe-powered, character-based humor: misreads, social discomfort, odd sincerity, and painfully funny situations.

A Nice Girl Like You

1. A Nice Girl Like You

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
5.2
20201h 34min

Overview

Lucy Neal is thrown for a loop when she is accused of being too inhibited by her ex-boyfriend. In an effort to prove him wrong, Lucy creates a rather wild to-do list that sends her on a whirlwind and surprising journey of self-discovery, friendship, and new love.

Themes

"movie: a nice girl like you. genres: comedy, Romance, Comedy, Romance main themes: based on memoir or autobiography, Based on memoir or autobiography full keywords list: based on memoir or autobiography. concept analysis: the film explores the journey of self-discovery and the importance of embracing one's desires and vulnerabilities. it highlights the challenges of intimacy in relationships and the humorous yet poignant quest for personal growth."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Wrong Missy

2. The Wrong Missy

Comedy Romance Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
5.8
20201h 30min

Overview

A guy meets the woman of his dreams and invites her to his company's corporate retreat, but realizes he sent the invite to the wrong person.

Themes

"movie: the wrong missy. genres: comedy, Romance, Comedy, Romance main themes: ex-girlfriend, Shark attack, Mistaken identity, Ex-girlfriend, Shark attack, Mistaken identity full keywords list: ex-girlfriend, Shark attack, Mistaken identity, Blind date, Slapstick comedy, Rape of a male, Threesome, Duringcreditsstinger, Holiday resort, Dating app. concept analysis: the film explores the unpredictability of love and the importance of authenticity in relationships. it highlights how personal growth often comes from embracing the quirks and imperfections of others."

Available on

Netflix
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The Thing About Harry

3. The Thing About Harry

Romance TV Movie Comedy Romantic Comedy Romance TV Movie
6.9
20201h 26min

Overview

Two high school enemies, uber-jock Harry and out-and-proud Sam, are forced to share a car ride to their Missouri hometown for a friend's engagement party on Valentine's Day. Things take a turn when Sam learns Harry has come out.

Themes

Valentine's day romance, Out-and-proud setting, Romcom energy, Lgbt teen romance, Romcom dynamics, Missouri hometown backdrop

Available on

fuboTV
Google Play Movies
YouTube
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My Spy

4. My Spy

Family Action Comedy Spy Action Awkward Comedy
6.4
20201h 39min

Overview

A hardened CIA operative finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9-year-old girl, having been sent undercover to surveil her family.

Themes

Deception under pressure, Surveillance disrupts trust, Undercover family life, Duty versus personal bonds, Mentor-mentee dynamic, Arms-trade underworld

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Can You Keep a Secret?

5. Can You Keep a Secret?

Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy Awkward Comedy
5.4
20191h 34min

Overview

Emma Corrigan, a girl with a few secrets, thinks she’s about to die on a turbulent plane ride. She spills them all to the handsome stranger sitting next to her. At least, she thought he was a stranger. But then, her company’s young and elusive CEO, arrives at the office. It’s him. And he knows every single humiliating detail about her.

Themes

"movie: can you keep a secret?. genres: romance, Comedy, Romance, Comedy main themes: new york city, Based on novel or book, Panic, New york city, Based on novel or book, Panic full keywords list: new york city, Based on novel or book, Panic, Promise, Marketing, Dating, Falling in love, Young woman, Humiliation, Stranger, First class, Ceo, Woman director, Airplane flight, Energy drink, Turbulent flight, Secrets, Plane travel, New boss. concept analysis: the film examines the complexities of modern relationships and the importance of vulnerability in love. it highlights the struggle between personal authenticity and societal pressures, Encouraging viewers to embrace their true selves."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Brittany Runs a Marathon

6. Brittany Runs a Marathon

Comedy Drama Coming-of-Age Drama Awkward Comedy
6.8
20191h 43min

Overview

Hilarious and outgoing, Brittany Forgler, is everybody’s best friend ― except her own. Her partying, underemployment and toxic relationships are catching up with her. She receives a startling wake-up call when a visit to the doctor reveals how unhealthy she is. Motivated to lose weight, but too broke for a gym and too proud to ask for help, Brit is at a loss, until her neighbor pushes her to run one sweaty block. Soon, she sets an almost unthinkable goal: the New York City Marathon.

Themes

Party culture pressure, Weight loss journey, Economic barriers to fitness, Romance and commitment, Social judgment and embarrassment, Friendship and accountability

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Where'd You Go, Bernadette

7. Where'd You Go, Bernadette

Comedy Drama Family Drama Awkward Comedy
6.5
20191h 49min

Overview

When architect-turned-recluse Bernadette Fox goes missing prior to a family trip to Antarctica, her 15-year-old daughter, Bee, goes on a quest with Bernadette's husband to find her.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Public image vs private life, Agoraphobia and isolation, Family pursuit and support, Creative integrity under pressure, External interference and control

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Little

8. Little

Comedy Fantasy Romance Awkward Comedy Romantic Comedy
5.6
20191h 48min

Overview

Jordan Sanders, a take-no-prisoners tech mogul, wakes up one morning in the body of her 13-year-old self right before a do-or-die presentation. Her beleaguered assistant April is the only one in on the secret that her daily tormentor is now trapped in an awkward tween body, just as everything is on the line.

Themes

"movie: little. genres: comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance main themes: friendship, Dreams, Business woman, Friendship, Dreams, Business woman full keywords list: friendship, Dreams, Business woman, Bullying, Personal assistant, Life lessons, Body switch, Black cinema, Business owner, Tech-mogul, High-profile client. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of personal growth and redemption through the lens of childhood innocence. it highlights the importance of empathy and the transformative power of understanding one's past mistakes."

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Dumplin'

9. Dumplin'

Comedy Drama Coming-of-Age Drama Awkward Comedy
6.5
20181h 50min

Overview

To prove a point about measuring up and fitting in, Texas teen Willowdean “Dumplin’” Dickson enters a local pageant run by her ex-beauty queen mom.

Themes

Parent-child tension, Body image pressure, Friendship resilience, Small-town norms, Protest through performance, Fat acceptance movement

Available on

Netflix
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Ralph Breaks the Internet

10. Ralph Breaks the Internet

Family Animation Comedy Adventure Family Animation
7.0
20181h 52min

Overview

Video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope's video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet — the netizens — to help navigate their way, including an entrepreneur named Yesss, who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube.

Themes

Trust and deception, Online fame economy, Belonging in digital spaces, Algorithmic influence, Independence versus dependence, Desire for novelty

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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