Netflix Party: 10 Comedy Movies to Watch With Friends While Socially Distancing
The coronavirus pandemic may have halted big social gatherings, but with the help of the Netflix [...]
The Interview
Seth Rogen and James Franco's The Interview is trending on Netflix right now, which makes sense given the rumors about Kim Jong-un in the news. Regardless of what's going on in real life, their fictitious take on the mysterious country is a riot, and you will want to watch it with a group to share some of the shocks the movie has in store.
prevnextStep Brothers
Take a trip back to the last decade, when big studio comedies still came out with more regularity. For many people, modern movies and streaming specials simply won't measure up to the days when Will Ferrell graced the big screen at least once a year with some new, absurd character. Step Brothers is among the finest works of this type, and is great for watching with a group since it is so quote-able.
prevnextKung Fu Hustle
Kung Fu Hustle is the kind of visceral movie experience that can't be described in mere words — you need another person there to share the giddy feeling you get when one man kicks another clear across a room. This movie blurs the line between slapstick gags and athletic stunts in the best way possible.
prevnextThe Lobster
If social distancing has you feeling lonely and unable to connect, you might relate to The Lobster. This absurd comedy is set in a near-future world where single people must find a mate within 45 days, or else be turned into an animal and banished to the wilderness. Something about the mixture of apathy and neediness here rings true for today's day and age.
prevnextGroundhog Day
Speaking of movies that are more relevant than ever, Groundhog Day follows a man who is forced to relive the same day over and over and over again — something that many Americans in self-isolation may be able to relate to. The movie follows Bill Murray's character through stages of anger, defiance, acquiescence and productivity, perhaps providing a useful guide to viewers in these unprecedented times.
prevnextScary Movie
If you have a chatty friend group and you need a movie that won't demand your full attention, look no further than the original Scary Movie. This classic of the spoof genre will surprise you with how many laughs it still gets two decades after it was released.
prevnextAustin Powers in Goldmember
Similarly, a Netflix Party centered around Austin Powers in Goldmember might be just the thing to get a group of funny friends riffing for a couple of hours. Revisit several of Mike Myers' most beloved roles as well as one often-overlooked performance by Beyonce Knowles, and see who can quote the most lines in the chat.
prevnextHot Rod
Somewhere between Saturday Night Live and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Andy Samberg starred in the forgotten gem that is Hot Rod. This movie has everything a good comedy needs — slapstick stunts, over-confident quotes and absurdly low stakes for it all. After watching this one, you might be so scared of a moped crash that you don't feel so bad about staying inside for a few more weeks.
prevnextHarold & Kumar Go to White Castle
If you remember Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle as a goofy stoner movie about fast food, watch it again. It is that, but in many ways, it's much more as well. Of all the mid-2000s comedy movies that actually hold up against the test of time, this may be one of the most surprising of all.
prevnextGame Over, Man!
Finally, whether you have or have not seen it already, Game Over, Man! is a must-have for any decent list of feature-length comedies. This Netflix original stars the trio from Workaholics as a group of hotel employees who find themselves caught up in a Die Hard-esque hostage situation. If you've been pestering your friends to check this one out and they haven't gotten around to it, a Netflix Party might be your perfect chance.
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