The funniest movies on Netflix

1. Kinda Pregnant (2025, Netflix Original)

Amy Schumer makes her return in this quirky and heartfelt comedy about a schoolteacher who fakes a pregnancy to keep up with friends—only to discover unexpected twists and self-discovery. Released on February 5, 2025, it became the most-watched title of the week upon debut, racking up 25.1 million views in its first five days.

Schumer’s unmistakable comedic style and lovable, fish-out-of-water premise make this a modern laugh riot with a warm emotional core.

2. Hit Man (2024)

A sharp, crime-rom-com highlighted by Tom’s Guide among top Netflix comedies. It stars Glen Powell as a professor hired to pose as a hitman for police stings, only to become the unexpected romantic lead. The combination of dark humor, real-world tension, and Powell’s charm gives this film standout appeal.

3. One of Them Days (2025)

Also featured in Tom’s Guide’s recent recommendations, this chaotic buddy comedy stars Keke Palmer and SZA as two best friends on a desperately hilarious mission to recover rent money—only the odds (and absurdity) keep rising.

4. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)

Tim Burton’s quirky sequel weds gothic comedy, nostalgic flair, and over-the-top visuals. Critics praised its energetic fun—making it a perfect pick for fans of the offbeat and the visually bold.

5. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)

Described as charming and self-aware, this fantasy adventure comedy blends witty humor with epic storytelling, much in the spirit of “The Princess Bride.”


6. Burn After Reading (2008)

A Coen Brothers dark comedy about mistaken identity, espionage, and supreme absurdity. With a stellar ensemble cast and gleeful satire, it remains a sleazy—and hilarious—classic.

7. The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021)

This energetic animated family comedy is stuffed with visual gags and witty dialogue. Celebrated by critics and holding a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s one of Netflix’s most beloved animated films.

8. Set It Up (2018, Netflix Original)

A rom‑com full of heart, charm, and chemistry. Two overworked assistants attempt to rig their love lives by setting up their bosses, only to discover unexpected romance along the way.

9. Murder Mystery (2019, Netflix Original)

Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston team up in this comedic whodunit aboard a lavish yacht. It broke viewership records when it premiered, cementing its place as a favorite crowd-pleaser.

10. The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018, Netflix Original)

An anthology of six hilariously dark Western tales from the Coen Brothers. With razor-sharp wit and unforgettable storytelling, it’s a surreal, wildly funny ride through the Old West.

11. Dolemite Is My Name (2019)

Eddie Murphy shines as Rudy Ray Moore in this biographical comedy filled with unforgettable performance and laughs that blend nostalgia with raw energy.


Honorable Mentions (Global & Nostalgic Laughs)

Always Be My Maybe (2019): A charming romantic comedy starring Ali Wong and Randall Park, with a surprise cameo from Keanu Reeves that steals the show.

Good Housekeeping

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986): A classic lighthearted romp that remains a timeless U.S. teen comedy.

Groundhog Day (1993): Bill Murray loops through the same day—relentlessly funny and endlessly quotable.

Parasite (2019): Still streaming on Netflix India, this Oscar-winning dark comedy-thriller offers sharp satire alongside twisted

Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008): A painfully funny breakup comedy that delivers cringe, romance, and redemption.

Quick Breakdown

Title Style/Genre Why It’s Hilarious

Kinda Pregnant Modern rom‑com Schumer’s biting humor and oddball premise

Hit Man Dark crime comedy Sudden romantic entanglement with high stakes

One of Them Days Buddy chaos Relentless energy and over-the-top desperation

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Gothic parody Burton’s campy visuals and nostalgic whimsy

D&D: Honor Among Thieves Fantasy-adventure comedy Genre-savvy humor and charismatic cast

Burn After Reading Surreal spy satire Coen Brothers’ absurdity and stellar ensemble

Mitchells vs. Machines Animated family comedy Loud, heartfelt satire of technology and family dynamics

Set It Up Romantic comedy Sweet, light-hearted, endlessly watchable

Murder Mystery Comic mystery Big laughs in luxe locales mashed with Sandler charm

Buster Scruggs Anthology comedy-western Savvy, darkly funny storytelling from Coen brilliance

Dolemite Is My Name Biographical comedy Murphy’s dynamic energy and classic witty delivery

Always Be My Maybe Rom-com surprise gem Laughs paired with genuine heart—and Keanu Reeves cameo

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Classic teen comedy Timeless mischief and iconic comedy tropes

Groundhog Day Sci-fi romantic comedy Murray’s comedic deadpan in a time-loop premise

Parasite Dark comedic social satire Sharp, twisted commentary disguised with killer humor


Final Thoughts

Whether you're craving something fresh from 2025, classic slapstick, or a lovingly crafted original, Netflix has a comedy gem for every mood:

For heartfelt modern laughs: Kinda Pregnant, One of Them Days, Hit Man

For nostalgic comfort: Ferris Bueller, Groundhog Day, Set It Up

For bold, genre-driven fun: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, D&D: Honor Among Thieves, Mitchells vs. Machines

For quirky, offbeat charm: Buster Scruggs, Murder Mystery, Dolemite Is My Name

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