Best Comedy

Bo Burnham's 'Inside' is more than a stand-up special; it is a profound, existential exploration of the human condition during the COVID-19 pandemic. Filmed entirely by himself in a single room, the s...

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver distinguishes itself through its in-depth, meticulously researched segments that tackle complex issues often ignored by mainstream news. Oliver's sharp wit and the s...

Set in 1970s Los Angeles, this film follows a down-on-his-luck private eye and a hired enforcer who team up to investigate a missing girl. The film is a masterclass in comedic timing, featuring an une...

A biting satire of fine-dining culture and the ultra-wealthy. When a group of elite guests travels to a remote island for an exclusive meal, they realize the chef has planned a menu that is as deadly...

BoJack Horseman is a groundbreaking animated series that tackles complex themes of depression, addiction, and trauma with surprising depth and dark humor. The show follows a washed-up sitcom star, BoJ...

A pure, unadulterated joy of a movie. Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo star as two best friends who leave their small town for the first time to visit a Florida resort, only to get caught up in a villain...

Robin Thedes groundbreaking show is a masterclass in modern sketch comedy. It features a rotating cast of incredibly talented Black women and focuses on themes of identity, friendship, and pop culture...

A surreal masterpiece of British humor, this film deconstructs the Arthurian legend with unmatched wit and absurdity. Its low-budget aesthetic actually enhances the comedy, turning limitations into ic...

A razor-sharp British-Irish dark comedy directed by Martin McDonagh, following two hitmen hiding in Bruges after a botched assassination. Colin Farrell delivers a career-defining performance as the to...

A self-proclaimed teenage psychopath and a rebellious girl run away from home on a road trip that goes horribly wrong. This series is a dark, stylish, and surprisingly tender exploration of trauma and...

A celebrity model couple is invited on a luxury cruise for the ultra-rich, which ends in disaster. Triangle of Sadness is a scathing, often gross-out satire of the wealthy and the fashion industry. It...

A24's surprise hit explores the escalating rivalry between two Los Angeles residentsa failed contractor (Steven Yeun) and a struggling businesswoman (Ali Wong)after a parking lot confrontation. Both c...

A razor-sharp satire of Gen-Z culture, set during a hurricane party at a remote mansion. When a party game goes wrong and a body turns up, the friends turn on each other, revealing deep-seated insecur...

Superstore, created by Justin Spitzer, offers a humorous and surprisingly poignant look at the lives of employees at a big-box store. The show tackles relatable workplace issues like low wages, corpor...

Before they were household names, Bob Odenkirk and David Cross created the definitive alternative sketch show of the 90s. Mr. Show is famous for its intricate, interconnected sketches where one scene...

In Living Color was a groundbreaking sketch show that brought a fresh, urban, and hip-hop-influenced perspective to television in the early 90s. Created by Keenen Ivory Wayans, the show featured an in...

A struggling screenwriter gets caught up in the criminal underworld after his eccentric friends kidnap a gangster's beloved Shih Tzu. Seven Psychopaths is a meta-commentary on the process of screenwri...

A riotous, absurdist take on the high school comedy genre. Two unpopular queer girls start a fight club under the guise of female empowerment, but their true goal is to hook up with cheerleaders. The...

Created by Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, this sitcom follows a woman who moves to New York City after being rescued from a doomsday cult. Kimmy's relentless optimism and fish-out-of-water experiences m...

This dark comedy follows a suburban real estate agent who suddenly turns into a zombie and begins craving human flesh. Her husband and daughter must help her navigate this new reality while trying to...

Key & Peele, starring Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, redefined sketch comedy with its sharp, insightful, and often absurd takes on race, culture, and everyday life. The show's strength lies in i...

The definitive mockumentary, This Is Spinal Tap, captures the absurdity of the rock-and-roll lifestyle with surgical precision. By improvising much of the dialogue and adopting a documentary style, th...

A brilliant, Oscar-winning satire about a frustrated novelist who writes a stereotypical 'Black' book as a joke, only for it to become a massive bestseller. The film is a sharp critique of the publish...

The fourth installment of the Jackass franchise proves that the crew hasn't lost their touch. It is a celebration of friendship, pain, and pure, unadulterated physical comedy. While the stunts are as...

Blackadder is a beloved historical sitcom that spans different eras of British history, with each series featuring Rowan Atkinson as a member of the Blackadder dynasty. From the Middle Ages to the tre...

Iliza Shlesinger is a high-energy, observational comedian known for her sharp takes on the female experience, dating, and the absurdities of modern life. Her delivery is physical and fast-paced, often...

Based on the film by Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement, this series follows four vampire roommates living in Staten Island. It masterfully blends high-concept supernatural lore with the mundane, petty...

This charming romantic comedy stars Ali Wong and Randall Park as childhood sweethearts who reconnect as adults in San Francisco. It is a refreshing take on the genre, featuring genuine chemistry, hila...

Russian Doll is a clever and darkly funny series that follows Nadia, a woman who keeps dying and reliving her 36th birthday party in a time loop. As she tries to figure out why this is happening, she...

The Whitest Kids U' Know was one of the first sketch shows to find a massive audience on the internet. Known for its dark, irreverent, and often highly offensive humor, the show was a staple of the ea...

Fawlty Towers is widely considered one of the greatest sitcoms ever produced. Starring John Cleese as the perpetually stressed and rude hotelier Basil Fawlty, the show is a masterclass in farce, timin...

Ronny Chieng brings a unique, international perspective to American culture in his special 'Asian Comedian Destroys America!' He is sharp, aggressive, and incredibly funny as he dissects the quirks an...

Directed by the Coen Brothers, this anthology film consists of six distinct stories set in the American Old West. Each segment ranges from hilarious and absurd to deeply melancholic and dark. The film...

This star-studded satire follows two low-level astronomers who go on a media tour to warn mankind of an approaching comet that will destroy Earth. It is a biting, cynical look at modern media, politic...

In a dystopian near-future, single people are taken to a hotel where they must find a romantic partner in 45 days or be transformed into an animal of their choosing. The Lobster is a deadpan, surreal...

Portlandia is a love letter to, and a sharp satire of, hipster culture in Portland, Oregon. Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein create a world filled with eccentric characters who take their artisanal...

Dead to Me is a dark comedy that follows the unlikely friendship between a tightly wound widow and a free-spirited woman with a shocking secret. As they navigate grief and trauma, their lives become i...

A charming, stop-motion mockumentary about a tiny shell looking for his family. The film is incredibly funny, largely due to Marcel's unique perspective on the world and his deadpan delivery. It is a...

The Kominsky Method follows an aging acting coach and his longtime agent as they navigate the challenges of getting older in Hollywood. It is a witty, poignant, and often hilarious look at friendship,...

Second City Television (SCTV) is a legendary Canadian sketch show that served as a training ground for some of the greatest comedic actors of all time, including John Candy, Catherine O'Hara, and Rick...

Eddie Murphy delivers one of his best performances in years as Rudy Ray Moore, a struggling comedian who creates the outrageous alter-ego 'Dolemite' to achieve fame. This film is a vibrant, funny, and...

Nicolas Cage plays a fictionalized version of himself in this meta-action-comedy. When he accepts a million-dollar offer to attend a superfan's birthday party, things go sideways, and he must channel...

Sex Education (2019-2023) centers on Otis Milburn, a socially awkward teenager who starts an underground sex therapy clinic at his school with his friend Eric. The series tackles sensitive topics like...

Corner Gas is a beloved Canadian sitcom set in a fictional small town in Saskatchewan. While it doesn't strictly adhere to the 'found footage' mockumentary style in every episode, it utilizes the talk...

Office Space is the ultimate satire of corporate culture. Anyone who has ever worked in a cubicle will find the film's depiction of soul-crushing bureaucracy, incompetent management, and meaningless m...

Borat is a groundbreaking work of improvisational satire that uses the character of a naive foreign journalist to expose the prejudices and absurdities of modern American culture. By interacting with...

Tim Robinsons masterpiece is the definitive sketch show of the streaming era. It focuses on social awkwardness, extreme stubbornness, and bizarre, hyper-specific scenarios that spiral into chaos. The...

Glow is a fictionalized account of the real-life 1980s women's wrestling promotion. While it is technically professional wrestling, the show features extensive training, physical conditioning, and cho...

Atypical is a coming-of-age series that follows Sam, a teenager on the autism spectrum, as he navigates the challenges of high school, independence, and his first romantic relationships. The show is p...