Popcorn set… a chilled wine on standby… a blanket that you could snuggle into… But sadly, no movie to watch. Getting that perfect comedy movie to watch on Netflix can be a hard, time-wasting activity that can even leave you frustrated! Why? There are almost 500 comedy movies on Netflix! They include the good, the bad, and the ugly, ranging from those with a little romance to dramas, action, or simple, pure comedies.

We are here to help you cut the time you waste searching for that perfect movie to laugh at, enjoy with friends, and keep you company during those lonely hours at home. With the upheaval in the world today, a good laugh is priceless. Let’s get down to business. You’ll end up with a movie of your choice when we’re done.

Barbershop
This is an old-time classic. Tim Brown does a good job of portraying the barbershop culture, prevalent in the U.S. The barbershop chronicles the life of each worker and shows the challenges they face daily. With a cast that boasts of many comedic characters, you’re sure to have a good laugh.

American Ultra
If you love comedy, spiced with a little action, then American ultra is a must-watch. Actor, Jesse Eisenberg, plays the role of a trained killer on the run from the CIA with his girlfriend, Kristen Stewart after he has been activated. The action and comedy packed into this movie is sure to leave you at the edge of your seat from start to finish.

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Hail, Caesar!
This is not a tale of the infamous Roman emperor. Instead, it’s a tale of the Hollywood scene in the 1950s. It’s based around the life of notable Hollywood fixer, Eddie Manix (Josh Brolin). And narrates the numerous struggles he faces in a single day. Stars such as George Clooney, Josh Brolin, Scarlett Johansson, Ralph Fiennes, Frances McDormand, and so on. They deliver a flawless performance that would leave you with your heart in your mouth.

Zombieland: Double-Tap
Zombie land is the second installment in the zombie land series. It narrates the story of four strangers who meet by chance and decide to go round the world together, slaying zombies that cross their path. The story incorporates romance, horror, and of course, comedy.

Reuben Fleischer does a great job of mixing the three together which makes the movie stand out from other post-apocalyptic zombie movies. There are jaw-dropping performances by both old (those in the first installment) and new actors and actresses such as Jesse Rosenberg, Rosario Dawson, Emma Stone, Luke Wilson, Woody Harrelson, and so on. 

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Death of Stalin
Want some dark comedy? Death of Stalin would be a great choice. By using satire to depict the death of former Soviet Union leader, Stalin, director – Armando Iannucci – scores major points. After the death of Stalin, an intense struggle for succession began within the Council of Ministers. The result is comedy and intrigue that will leave you laughing hard.

Dolemite is My Name
Released in 2019, this movie is a Netflix original that’s based on the true story of performer, Rudy ray Moore. He intends to bring movies to the masses, by starring in, directing, and writing indie movies, based on his comedic character, “Dolemite”.

Actors Eddie Murphy and Wesley Snipes bring this movie to life. Eddie Murphy rolls back the years and shows us just why he’s touted as the best on-screen comedian. You should pick any of these movies, watch, and have a good laugh. Simply put, what’s more healthy than laughter? Nothing that this writer can think of.