Genre: Comedy

Find the best movies, series, and documentaries in the Comedy genre. Discover the most popular titles among fans and critics.


City Lights

1931 · Movie · 81 min. · United States

Direction Charles Chaplin

Cast Charles Chaplin · Virginia Cherrill · Florence Lee · Harry Myers

Synopsis City Lights (1931) follows the heartwarming tale of a kind-hearted vagrant, known as The Little Tramp, who becomes enamored with a lovely, visually impaired flower seller (Virginia Cherrill). The flower girl mistakenly assumes that he is a man of considerable...

8.6

32K votes

8.6

32K votes

Modern Times

1936 · Movie · 89 min. · United States

Direction Charles Chaplin

Cast Charles Chaplin · Paulette Goddard · Henry Bergman · Chester Conklin

Synopsis Modern Times (1936) follows the journey of a nameless factory worker, played by Charlie Chaplin, who is a small part of the vast industrial machine. His task is to tighten bolts on an assembly line, a job that becomes increasingly...

8.6

62K votes

8.6

62K votes

The Sting

1973 · Movie · 129 min. · United States

Direction George Roy Hill

Cast Robert Redford · Paul Newman · Robert Shaw · Charles Durning

Synopsis The Sting (1973) follows the story of Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford), a small-time trickster, and his partner, Luther (Robert Earl Jones), who accidentally deceive a numbers runner courier, drawing the ire of ruthless mobster Doyle Lonigan (Robert Shaw). Upon realizing...

8.6

98K votes

8.6

98K votes

The Simpsons (TV Series)

1989 · Series · 22 min. · United States

Direction Matt Groening · Sam Simon · James L. Brooks · Mark Kirkland

Synopsis The Simpsons (TV Series) (1989) is an iconic animated sitcom that initially gained popularity through shorts on "The Tracy Ullman Show" starting April 19, 1987. The series transitioned into full-length episodes, with the first airing on December 17, 1989. Since...

8.6

170K votes

8.6

170K votes

The Great Dictator

1940 · Movie · 128 min. · United States

Direction Charles Chaplin

Cast Charles Chaplin · Paulette Goddard · Jack Oakie · Reginald Gardiner

Synopsis The Great Dictator (1940) is set in the 1930s, where the fictional nation of Tomania is ruled by the tyrannical Adenoid Hynkel, who harbors ambitions of global conquest. Meanwhile, in the Jewish quarter of the capital, a humble barber resides,...

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8.6

84K votes

8.6

84K votes

Taskmaster (TV Series)

2015 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Andy Devonshire · Peter Orton

Cast Greg Davies · Alex Horne · Kerry Godliman · James Acaster

Synopsis Taskmaster (TV Series) (2015) presents a unique and hilarious competition where five comedians are presented with a series of inventive and witty challenges. Under the watchful eye of Alex Horne, the contestants must navigate through a variety of tasks designed...

8.5

24 votes

8.5

24 votes

To Be or Not to Be

1942 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Carole Lombard · Jack Benny · Robert Stack · Stanley Ridges

Synopsis To Be or Not to Be (1942) follows the story of Joseph Tura and his wife Maria, who are the leading actors in a Warsaw theatre troupe. Lieutenant Sobinski, a young aviator, is deeply infatuated with Maria, and the two...

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8.5

34K votes

8.5

34K votes

Life Is Beautiful

1997 · Movie · 117 min. · Italy

Direction Roberto Benigni

Cast Roberto Benigni · Nicoletta Braschi · Giorgio Cantarini · Marisa Paredes

Synopsis Life Is Beautiful (1997) follows the story of Guido, a lovable and imaginative waiter with a knack for making people laugh. He has captured the heart of his beloved and built a wonderful life for his young family. However, their...

8.5

189K votes

8.5

189K votes

Eddie Izzard: Dress to Kill

1999 · Movie · 115 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Lawrence Jordan

Cast Eddie Izzard

Synopsis Eddie Izzard: Dress to Kill (1999) features the renowned comedian Eddie Izzard as he brings his unique brand of humor to the stage in San Francisco. Throughout the performance, Izzard delves into a whirlwind tour of historical and cultural topics,...

8.4

28 votes

8.4

28 votes

The Gold Rush

1925 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Charles Chaplin

Cast Charles Chaplin · Mack Swain · Georgia Hale · Tom Murray

Synopsis The Gold Rush (1925) follows the journey of a solitary prospector, a determined yet frail individual, as he ventures into the untamed Alaskan landscape in pursuit of glory and wealth. Along the way, he crosses paths with Black Larson (Tom...

8.4

27K votes

8.4

27K votes

The Apartment

1960 · Movie · 125 min. · United States

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast Jack Lemmon · Shirley MacLaine · Fred MacMurray · Ray Walston

Synopsis The Apartment (1960) follows the story of C.C. Baxter (Jack Lemmon), an ambitious office clerk who lends his modest apartment to his superiors for their extramarital affairs, hoping to advance his career. Among his benefactors is his ruthless boss, J.D....

8.4

79K votes

8.4

79K votes

Reply 1988 (TV Series)

2015 · Series · 60 min. · South Korea

Direction Shin Won-ho

Cast Park Bo-gum · Lee Hyeri · Ryu Jun-yeol · Go Kyung-pyo

Synopsis Reply 1988 (TV Series) (2015) is a heartwarming family drama that unfolds in the vibrant neighborhood of Ssangmun-dong, located in the Dobong District of Northern Seoul, during the pivotal year of 1988. The narrative revolves around the lives of five...

8.4

46 votes

8.4

46 votes

Rick and Morty (TV Series)

2013 · Series · 22 min. · United States

Direction Dan Harmon · Justin Roiland · Pete Michels · Bryan Newton

Synopsis Rick and Morty (TV Series) (2013) is an animated comedy that spans from 2013 to the present day, comprising four seasons and 41 episodes. The series chronicles the escapades of the brilliant but unpredictable scientist Rick Sanchez, who resurfaces after...

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8.4

28K votes

8.4

28K votes

Direction Graham Chapman · John Cleese · Terry Gilliam · Eric Idle

Cast John Cleese · Michael Palin · Graham Chapman · Eric Idle

Synopsis Monty Python's Flying Circus (TV Series) (1969) is a legendary British sketch comedy series that aired from 1969 to 1974, spanning 4 seasons and 45 episodes. Initially recognized as "Flying Circus" or "MPFC," and later simply as "Monty Python" during...

8.4

12K votes

8.4

12K votes

The Kid

1921 · Movie · 68 min. · United States

Direction Charles Chaplin

Cast Charles Chaplin · Jackie Coogan · Edna Purviance · Carl Miller

Synopsis The Kid (1921) unfolds the tale of an infant left behind in a luxurious automobile by his unwed mother, portrayed by Edna Purviance. When The Little Tramp stumbles upon the child, he endeavors to place him in a suitable home,...

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8.4

32K votes

8.4

32K votes

Eika Katappa

1969 · Movie · 144 min. · Germany - West Germany (FRG)

Direction Werner Schroeter

Cast Gisela Trowe · Carla Egerer · Rosemarie Heinikel · Magdalena Montezuma

Synopsis Eika Katappa (1969) presents a vivid mosaic of dramatic vignettes, some of which are heightened to comedic proportions. The film features a disjointed soundtrack composed of renowned classical, operatic, and rock and roll tunes, creating a unique auditory experience. The...

8.3

25 votes

8.3

25 votes

A Night at the Opera

1935 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Sam Wood

Cast The Marx Brothers · Groucho Marx · Harpo Marx · Chico Marx

Synopsis A Night at the Opera (1935) follows the chaotic journey of Groucho Marx, who, driven by an unusual business venture, manages to transport the entire cast of the Milano Opera to New York via a ship. Unbeknownst to him, Harpo...

8.3

45K votes

8.3

45K votes

Cinema Paradiso

1988 · Movie · 155 min. · Italy

Direction Giuseppe Tornatore

Cast Philippe Noiret · Marco Leonardi · Salvatore Cascio · Jacques Perrin

Synopsis Cinema Paradiso (1988) tells the heartwarming tale of a young lad named Salvatore residing in a quaint Italian hamlet. His world is transformed when the local cinema operator, played by Philippe Noiret, introduces him to the enchanting world of filmmaking....

8.3

89K votes

8.3

89K votes

The Executioner

1963 · Movie · 90 min. · Spain

Direction Luis García Berlanga

Cast José Isbert · Nino Manfredi · Emma Penella · José Luis López Vázquez

Synopsis The Executioner (1963) follows the story of an undertaker's assistant who ties the knot with the daughter of an executioner. Initially, the new husband steps into his father-in-law's shoes, taking on the grim responsibility of carrying out executions. However, when...

8.3

39K votes

8.3

39K votes