Now more than ever it seems as though folks could use a good laugh, and a great comedy can do wonders for the human spirit. But you may not know exactly which comedy movie you want to watch, and it can be hard to find the right film when confronted withso manychoices.Huluhas a pretty robust library of comedy movies, and we here at Collider have gone through the films available and picked out the best of the best. Fromclassicsto new releases, quirky indies to goofystudio movies, the selection is as diverse as it is impressive. So below, check out our list of the best comedy movies on Hulu right now.
For more comedy recommendations, check out our list of the best comedy movies onNetflix,HBO, andPrime Video, or browse our best movies onHulu.
Editor’s note: This list was updated October 2023 to include Appendage.
White Men Can’t Jump (2023)
White Men Can’t Jump
Cast: Sinqua Walls, Jack Harlow, Lance Reddick
Directed byCalmatic(House Party) and co-written byKenya Barris(Black-ish),White Men Can’t Jumpis a modern update to the very 90s original about an unexpected pair of street ballers hustling their way through the Los Angeles basketball courts in order to make their way towards a large cash prize.Sinqua Walls(Teen Wolf) and musical artistJack Harlowtake the lead as the main duo who reluctantly work together to earn enough to try pulling their families out of poverty — but getting over themselves long enough to win the tournament could be one hurdle they can’t jump over. –Tauri Miller
Watch Trailer
Appendage (2023)
Written by directorAnna Zlokovic, this twisted comedy stars fashion designer Hannah (Hadley Robinson), whose spiraling imposter syndrome eventually manifests itself as a growth — the titular appendage — on her body. An embodiment of her deepest anxieties, the appendageslowly takes control of her life, destroying her relationships and aggressively harming her health. A comedy in its script and a horror on the screen,Appendagetackles themes much deeper than the surface suggests, with the journey of the protagonist acting as a metaphor for anxiety’s vice-like grip on today’s younger generation. The film contains a strong cast featuring the likes ofEmily Hampshire,Deborah Rennard, andBrandon Mychal Smith. -Jake Hodges
Miguel Wants To Fight (2023)
Miguel Wants to Fight
Oz RodriguezdirectsMiguel Wants to Fight, a hilarious coming-of-age comedy centered on teenager Miguel (Tyler Dean Flores) and his attempt to stay in control when everything around him begins to change.Miguel Wants to Fightdelightfully challenges machismo and toxic masculinity through an unexpected story of growing up in a tough neighborhood where Miguel and his trio of besties – played byChristian Vunipola,Imani Lewis, andSuraj Partha– embark on some ridiculous misadventures. Showcased visually through a clever use of different cinematic genres,Miguel Wants to Fightstays grounded even when amusingly absurd so as not to sacrifice the film’s powerful message.– Yael Tygiel
Crush (2022)
Sammi CohendirectsCrush, an enchanting romantic comedy starringRowan Blanchard. Crafted from the first feature script by writersKirsten KingandCasey Rackham,Crushis a hilarious queer romance about an art student (Blanchard) who uncharacteristically joins the track team in an attempt to woo her love interest, played byIsabella Ferreira. Supported by a wonderfully talented cast,Crushco-starsAuli’i Cravalho(Moana),Teala Dunn,andMegan Mullally. Through love triangles, mishaps, and charmingly adorable moments,Crushis a refreshing addition to the teen romance genre with a grounded and splendidly queer story.– Yael Tygiel
Rye Lane (2023)
Two youngsters reeling from bad breakups who connect over an eventful day in South-London.
Rye Laneis a moving film directed byRaine Allen-Millerthat explores the blossoming romance between a couple of twenty-somethings over the course of a single day. Co-starringDavid JonssonandVivian Oparah(Class),Rye Lanereveals how a chance encounter can bloom into a bouquet of emotional vulnerability, trust, and — ultimately — love. Co-written byNathan BryonandTom Melia,the dialogue and story ofRye Laneweave deftly between clever wit, charming tone, and authenticity.Rye Laneearned accolades since premiering in the UK, applauded for being beautiful, touching, and laugh-out-loud funny. – Yael Tygiel
Fire Island (2022)
Fire Island
Directed byAndrew Ahn,Fire IslandstarsJoel Kim Booster(Loot), who wrote the script. Co-starringBowen Yang(Saturday Night Live),Fire Islandis a hilariously playful film about a group of friends visiting the iconic gay vacation spot in hopes of rekindling the magic the place once held for them.Fire Islandnot only explores the significance of queer spaces and community but also the universal theme of growing up. Sprinkled with a delightful queer cast, like iconMargaret Cho, actorConrad Ricamora(How to Get Away with Murder), andMatt Rogers(I Love That For You),Fire Islandcarefully balances raunchy humor with heartfelt moments.– Yael Tygiel
Another Round (2020)
Another Round
The winner of the 2021 Academy Award for Best International Feature Film,Another Roundis a movie that starts as a hilarious idea between four friends and quickly becomes a melancholy reflection on life. It begins with a mesmerizingMads Mikkelsenas Martin who has an otherwise normal life as a teacher. However, Martin is unhappy and looking for something more. That is when he joins his other friends and fellow teachers in drinking all the time as a test to see how it will impact their lives. It is a sweet portrait of friendship that also becomes a somber experience as their lives begin to unravel as they push themselves too far. It is another outstanding film that unites Mikkelsen and writer-directorThomas Vinterberg,who previously collaborated on the haunting filmThe Hunt.However, this one also sees Mikkelsen do an impressive and cathartic dance sequence, which makes it a must-see on its own. -Chase Hutchinson
The 53 Best Movies on Hulu Right Now
The streaming service has quietly amassed an impressive selection of terrific movies.
Sex Appeal (2022)
Sex Appeal
Avery Hanson-White (Mika Abdalla) feels like her life is perfect. She’s top of her senior class, she has a full ride to MIT, she is the reigning champion of the teen innovation conference STEMCon, and she has a boyfriend just as smart as she is. However, as she’s preparing to dominate STEMCon once again and reconnect with her long-distance boyfriend, she realizes that there’s one area of her life that she doesn’t feel confident in – her sexuality. Avery becomes obsessed with finding the one true answer to having a fulfilling sexual experience by collecting information from her classmates and using her friend Larson (Jake Short) as a test subject. Along the way, she learns a lot about herself, sex, and relationships.Sex Appealis a unique teen comedy that shows sex as it should be – a meaningful, fun, and sometimes even awkward experience. -Brynna Arens
Vacation Friends (2021)
Vacation Friends
While on vacation in Mexico, Marcus (Lil Rey Howery) and Emily (Yvonne Orji) become friends with the chaotic but fun Ron (John Cena) and Kyla (Meredith Hagner). The two couples spend the week together getting drunk, doing drugs, and jumping off cliffs. Marcus and Emily are grateful that Ron and Kyla have pushed them outside their comfort zones and given them a vacation they’ll (mostly) remember forever but don’t plan to continue the friendship after they part ways. That changes when Ron and Kyla show up unannounced to Marcus and Emily’s wedding seven months later. At first, Marcus and Emily are apprehensive about the chaotic energy of their vacation friends ruining their wedding but later realize that maybe there’s more to their new friends than they thought.Vacation Friendshas an unexpected emotional center that, combined with the phenomenal comedic timing of its core cast, really makes this movie worth the watch. -Brynna Arens
Happiest Season (2020)
Happiest Season
A young woman with a plan to propose to her girlfriend while at her family’s annual holiday party discovers her partner hasn’t yet come out to her conservative parents.
For a lot of people, the holidays are all about heading home and reuniting with loved ones. But,Happiest Seasonserves as a reminder–and even a cautionary tale–that visiting family might not be the most relaxing endeavor. It definitely isn’t fun for Harper (Mackenzie Davis) who, despite being in a loving relationship with her girlfriend Abby (Kristen Stewart), is dreading Christmas with her family. Unbeknownst to Abby, Harper’s uptight family doesn’t know that Harper is in a relationship or that she’s gay. Torn between wanting to spend Christmas with her girlfriend and having to be home for the holidays, Harper invites Abby to the big family Christmas party not as her date, but as her orphaned roommate. Will the couple come out of this situation alive, and will Harper’s family uncover their secret? This sharp festive dramedy emphasizes the power of acceptance and is sure to deliver laughs year-round. —Emily Bernard
