The 150+ Best New Comedies Of The Last 5 Years, Ranked

A clever, adrenaline-charged infusion of video games and comedy, Free Guy plunges Ryan Reynolds into a simulation where he discovers the power of laughter and self-determination. Bursting with outrageous antics and heartfelt moments, director Shawn Levy crafts a film that captures the spirit of hilarity and adventure. This wild romp through the digital world offers a delightful escape filled with laughs, love, and high-flying hijinks.

A whodunit infused with infectious humor, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery juggles a captivating murder mystery and an ensemble cast oozing with charisma, including Daniel Craig's triumphant return as detective Benoit Blanc. Writer-director Rian Johnson knits together an enthralling, laughter-filled tapestry that keeps viewers guessing and guffawing. A pitch-perfect balance of intrigue and levity, this film slices through the clutter to champion the comic-thriller genre.

Choo-chooing its way into action comedy history, Bullet Train steers into quick-witted humor as its core engine fuel. Brad Pitt stars as an assassin aboard a high-speed Tokyo train amidst a thrilling somersault of comedic twists and turns. Director David Leitch masterfully balances laughs and action, chugging this train of humor towards an explosive climax.

James Gunn's The Suicide Squad dazzles with a perfect blend of humor, eccentric characters, and high-stakes action, as Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn and Idris Elba's Bloodsport lead a motley crew of misfit comic-book villains. With each character offering their own quirky charm and focus on saving the world-at-large, the film paints a colorful canvas of laughter and violence. This madcap odyssey wields bombastic humor and never apologizes for it.