The 7 Best Comedies On Max This February
When looking at the current state of streaming platforms, one can make a serious argument claiming that Max is the best service available for users at the present moment.
Boasting an incredible lineup of top-tier TV shows, films, documentaries, and animated programs, Max’s austere digital library speaks for itself. Whether looking at international dramas or iconic HBO series, DC superhero films or legendary Studio Ghibli projects, users can spend hours scrolling through Max’s online catalog and still find something new to watch.
While there’s no end to the memorable comedies readily available on Max, viewers might want to make a special effort to watch these specific comedy films first and foremost. From intriguing romantic comedies to playful horror fantasy films, here are our picks for the best comedy movies currently streaming on Max.
Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
There are indeed plenty of fantastic romantic comedies on Max, but our hearts continue to gravitate towards the comic and heartfelt sensibilities of 2018’s Crazy Rich Asians. Exploring the difficulties that come with merging opposing backgrounds and cultures within a set relationship, Crazy Rich Asians finds a new way to tell an age-old story audiences can easily relate to. What’s more, it has Michelle freaking Yeoh as a passive aggressive Singapore matriarch who firmly disapproves of her son’s American girlfriend. Need I say more?
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)
Don’t get us wrong – we certainly recommend watching Tim Burton’s classic dark comedy Beetlejuice. But we’d be remiss if we didn’t highlight the enduring strengths of its long-awaited sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. A film 36 years in the making, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice also happens to be one of the finest comedies of 2024, making its appearance in Max’s library all the more exciting. Further expanding upon the Gothic Netherworld initially presented in Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice serves as a crowd-pleasing horror comedy worthy of Burton’s very best efforts.
Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)
Quite possibly the most creative mainstream release in A24’s output of films (which is certainly saying something), Everything Everywhere All at Once is an ingenious action comedy unlike any other. Spanning countless universes over the course of its two-hour runtime, Everything Everywhere All at Once’s zany nature, philosophical themes, and frequent genre mashups make it feel like 12 different movies crammed into one. From its parodic takes on 2001: A Space Odyssey and Ratatouille to its emotional portrayal of family and existentialism, every moment of Everything Everywhere All at Once is a harebrained absurdist comedy in the very best sense of the word.
Lady Bird (2017)
She might be more readily recognized for bringing the hot pink world of Barbie to the big screen, but Greta Gerwig also continues to earn standout attention for her remarkable 2017 film, Lady Bird. One of the finest teen dramedies of the 2010s, Lady Bird benefits significantly from Gerwig’s bittersweet screenplay and the performances of its main cast – none more so than the titular Lady Bird herself, Saoirse Ronan. At times laugh-out-loud funny and often devastatingly emotional, it’s a coming of age comedy film we simply can’t recommend enough.
Paddington (2014)
Fresh off the 2024 release of Paddington in Peru, right now seems like the perfect opportunity to revisit 2014’s family-friendly comedy, Paddington. Based on the iconic children’s stories of the same name, Paddington brings the marmalade-loving British bear to live-action film in his first feature-length movie. Retaining the whimsical sense of humor and buoyant tone of its source material, Paddington is sure to please viewers of every respective age and audience demographic, delighting families across the globe.
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988)
Steve Martin might be hilarious enough on his own, but when he’s paired with a gifted co-star like Martin Short, he truly has a chance to shine bright. Case in point with the comedian’s energetic camaraderie with Michael Caine in 1988’s classic comedy, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Weaving together a madcap plot filled with elaborate disguises, phony cover stories, and desperate attempts to secure an unsuspecting tourist’s vast fortune, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a fun-filled adventure that unfolds like a lost screwball comedy.
Problemista (2023)
Among the most underrated movies currently streaming on Max, Problemista serves as yet another characteristically colorful entry in A24’s growing canon of films. A spellbinding fantasy comedy set in a gonzo version of New York, every moment of Julio Torres’ surrealist odyssey is destined to leave viewers with a wide smile on their faces. In spite of its creative absurdity, Problemista also delicately espouses on real-world topics of increasing relevance today, including candid discussions on immigration, social inequality, and modern representations of the American Dream.
