20 of the Best Comedies on Hulu That Will Have You Bent Over With Laughter
- 1/21
20 of the Best Comedies on Hulu That Will Have You Bent Over With Laughter
Let’s face it, most of 2020 has been anything but funny, and we could all use a refreshing mental escape. A good way to do that is to unwind with a few cheerful comedy movies at the end of the day.
Fortunately, Hulu has countless titles that fit the bill. For your viewing pleasure, we’ve combed through the streaming platform’s colossal library and selected some of the best comedy movies. Whether you’re in the mood for silly slapstick, comforting classics, fresh and witty, or something that blends all of the above, this curated list of funny movies has something to suit just about everyone’s sense of humor.
Take a break from the real world and gear up for some long-overdue laughs. And if you don't have a Hulu subscription, you can sign up for the 7-day free trial!
Hulu - 2/21
1) Sorry to Bother You
Lakeith Stanfield stole a few scenes in the uber popular Get Out film, but he gets free reign to show off his undeniable skills in this wildly original comedy. As a telemarketer who mystically taps into what it takes to succeed at his job, viewers are taken on a bizarre ride that is incredibly inventive and absurdly entertaining.
Hulu - 3/21
2) Booksmart
In Olivia Wilde’s directorial debut, two academically exceptional high school seniors are hellbent on living it up in one single night to make up for lost time. Executive produced by Will Ferrell, this coming-of-age comedy keeps the laughs coming.
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- 4/21
3) Instant Family
After adopting a teen and her two younger siblings out of foster care, a childless couple become parents seemingly overnight and the hijinks and hilarious mishaps ensue. Starring Mark Wahlberg and Rose Byrne, the trials of first-time parenting are equally comical and endearing in this delightful take based on true events.
Hulu - 5/21
4) The Hustle
Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson are rival con artists who have their sights set on swindling a tech giant out of millions in this female-centric comedy. The odd-pair scammers’ tricks, particularly Wilson’s character are foolish, over-the-top and fun to watch.
Hulu - 6/21
5) I Feel Pretty
With Amy Schumer as the lead, viewers can expect tons of laughs — and this movie doesn’t let them down. When a woman hits her head during a spin class, she wakes up with newfound self-confidence and a fierce belief that she’s the most beautiful woman in the world. While undoubtedly funny, the film successfully drills in the fact that outward beauty is only skin deep.
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- 7/21
6) Overboard
The original movie made waves when it debuted in 1987 and this gender-reversed 2018 remake made a respective splash too. After a wealthy, narcissist fires a single mom hired to clean his yacht, he falls and gets amnesia. At the urging of her friend and boss, the hard-working mom portrayed by Anna Faris makes the egotistical playboy believe they’re married and puts him to work in this fish-out-of-water comedy.
Hulu - 8/21
7) Nobody's Fool
True sisterhood is at the center of this sidesplitting Tyler Perry production. Tiffany Haddish expertly acts as a rough-around-the-edges former inmate who tries to help her prim and proper sister portrayed by Tika Sumpter, find out if she’s being duped and catfished online by her romantic suitor.
Hulu - 9/21
8) Hall Pass
Two married men are granted one full week to satisfy their sex-crazed fantasies from their wives with no strings attached. Starring Jason Sudeikis and Owen Wilson, the guys soon realize that acting on their sexual desires outside of their marriages is not as simple or exciting as it seems, but viewers get to laugh at their amusing failed attempts.
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- 10/21
9) Death Becomes Her
Desperate to win the affection of the same man, Academy Award winners Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn star as two women who take drastic measures to stay immortal. However, things don’t go as they planned in this quirky and comical, cult classic that also stars Bruce Willis.
Hulu - 11/21
10) My Cousin Vinny
Two New York City teens get wrongfully accused of murder in a small town and need an attorney to clear their names. Who do they call? Billy Gambini played by Karate Kid star Ralph Macchio, calls his cousin Vinny, of course! Vinny (Joe Pesci) is a flashy, fast-talking, Brooklynite whose outlandish legal antics and interactions with his fiancé (Marisa Tomei) shake up the courtroom in this award-winning comedy.
Hulu - 12/21
11) Barbershop
Set on Chicago’s South Side, Ice Cube and Cedric the Entertainer star in this outrageously funny story that takes place in a single day and centers around a local barbershop. Local Windy City comedians like Leon Rogers also appear in the runaway hit.
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- 13/21
12) Bridesmaids
In charge of maid of honor duties, Saturday Night Live alum Kristen Wiig’s Annie Walker takes four bridesmaids on an unforgettable adventure leading up to their mutual friend’s big day. Nonstop laughs ensue as the characters find themselves in several hysterically ridiculous situations.
Hulu - 14/21
13) Funny Farm
When a big city sportswriter (Chevy Chase) and his aspiring novelist wife (Madolyn Smith) move to a Vermont farm town for a quiet change of pace, they get way more than what they bargained for. Almost instantly, the pair encounter misadventures and sticky scenarios as they navigate their new, country lives in this slapstick comedy.
Hulu - 15/21
14) Little
Produced by a then 14-year-old Marsai Martin, who also co-stars, this body-swap comedy takes a look at a rude, bullying boss who wakes up to find herself 13 again. She inevitably comes to terms with her bad behavior, but not before viewers are amused by the crazy shenanigans along the way. Actors Issa Rae and Regina Hall also bring their winning humor and wit to the playful film.
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- 16/21
15) Life
Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence team up as New York City inmates sentenced to a lifetime behind bars in 1930s Mississippi. Throughout the film, the two legendary comedians deliver countless one-liners that are reminiscent of their iconic stand-up routines.
Hulu - 17/21
16) The Mask
Jim Carrey’s knack for wacky, physical comedy is front in center in this ludicrous tale about a bank teller who dons a magical mask that transforms him into a self-assured, smooth-talking Casanova. The stunning makeup and mesmerizing special effects help steal the show.
Hulu - 18/21
17) School of Rock
When a struggling guitarist (Jack Black) gets kicked out of his band, he finds a new musical outlet: a stuffy, prep school classroom. As a substitute teacher, he doesn’t miss a beat as he gets his students to help fulfill his rock and roll dreams in this upbeat and inspiring comedy.
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- 19/21
18) They Came Together
If you’re a fan of romantic comedies, then you’re in for a treat. Amy Poehler and Paul Rudd star in this rom-com satire that’s chock-full of cheesy love story clichés.
Hulu - 20/21
19) What Men Want
Taraji P. Henson’s raw talent consistently keeps viewers glued to their screens and she scores again in this spirited loose remake. After suffering a head injury, her character, a sports agent can hear the inner thoughts of every man she encounters. This uncanny ability takes fly-on-the-wall observations up a notch.
Hulu - 21/21
20) Palm Springs
This Hulu original is funny as it is fresh. Adam Samberg plays Nyles, a happy-go-lucky guy who meets an unenthusiastic bridesmaid named Sarah (Cristin Milioti) at a wedding. What comes next is an unexpected and trippy ride that keeps the unsuspecting pair in a never-ending time loop in Palm Springs.
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If laughter is the best medicine, then these funny movies are just what the doctor ordered.
