The 20 Best Comedies on Hulu Right Now

So, you’re scrolling through an endless list of movie titles on Hulu—with snacks in hand, of course—and within a few minutes, you're facing major decision fatigue. After the long day you’ve had, you could go for something fun and light. Perhaps a classic romantic comedy would do the trick? Or maybe you’re in the mood for a clever satirical film.

Still, I know that picking a single film from hundreds of options can seem a bit daunting. That’s why I took it upon myself to round up 20 of the best comedies on Hulu, from Quiz Lady to Palm Springs. Take a look at the selection, kick back and relax with a couple of laughs.

• Cast: Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy, Anthony Michael Hall
• Run Time: 97 minutes

The story follows a group of teens from different social cliques who are forced to spend their Saturday in detention. Throughout the day, they bond and form new friendships, leaving them with a very important question: Will it be the same when they return to school on Monday?

• Cast: David Jonsson, Vivian Oparah, Charlie Knight
• Run time: 82 minutes

In this smart comedy, Jonsson and Oparah star as two 20-somethings who meet in South London and help each other heal after dealing with painful breakups. PureWow Assistant Editor Karelle McKay said, "It's just so good! From the cinematography to the two leads' undeniable chemistry!! Would highly recommend."

• Cast: Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Betty White
• Run time: 108 minutes

When Margaret, a demanding editor-in-chief, learns that she's about to be deported to Canada, she tries to keep her visa status by marrying her overworked assistant, Andrew. To return the favor, Margaret guarantees him a promotion. And of course, hilarity ensues as they attempt to convince everyone that they're a real couple.

• Cast: Amandla Stenberg, Maria Bakalova, Myha'la Herrold
• Run time: 94 minutes

Looking for a clever comedy that doubles as a thrilling whodunnit? Allow me to put Bodies Bodies Bodies on your radar. The film follows a group of 20-somethings who get trapped in a remote mansion during a hurricane party. When a dead body is discovered, the survivors scramble to find out who the real killer is.

• Cast: Cameron Diaz, Matt Dillon, Ben Stiller
• Run time: 119 minutes

The film takes place 13 years after Ted blew his chances with his prom date. Now that they’re adults, he’s determined to win her back—even though multiple men are vying for her attention. Diaz's comedic chops are top-notch.

• Cast: Rowan Blanchard, Auli'i Cravalho, Isabella Ferreira, Tyler Alvarez, Megan Mullally
• Run time: 92 minutes

When Paige begrudgingly joins the track team, she tries to turn it into a positive situation. However, when she starts to fall for an unexpected teammate, she must choose between love and friendship.

• Cast: Andy Samberg, Cristin Milioti, Meredith Hagner, Camila Mendes, Tyler Hoechlin
• Run time: 90 minutes

Two strangers find themselves trapped in a time loop after a casual hookup at their friends’ wedding in this underrated gem. PureWow Editor Abby Hepworth said, "Cristin Milioti is so talented and she and Andy Samberg have surprisingly great chemistry together. I remember thinking it was one of the best time travel movies I've seen in a long time (all too often they're too complicated and weird) and managed to do something fun and new with a concept that's been worked over and over again."

• Cast: Laura Linney, Nico Parker, Woody Harrelson
• Run time: 109 minutes

In Laura Chinn's feature debut, a teenager named Doris not only has to navigate the ups and downs of high school, but she also has to deal with her overbearing mother and her brother's brain cancer. Her life takes an interesting turn, however, when she befriends an older activist.

• Cast: Rebel Wilson, Liam Hemsworth, Adam DeVine
• Run time: 89 minutes

Wilson is Natalie, an Australian architect who gets knocked unconscious and wakes up to find that her life has turned into the most cliché romantic comedy—the genre that she hates most. Isn't It Romantic brilliantly pokes fun at common tropes in rom-coms, including references to films like Notting Hill and Sweet Home Alabama.

• Cast: Drew Barrymore, Jessica Alba, David Arquette, Michael Vartan, Leelee Sobieski, Molly Shannon, John C. Reilly, James Franco
• Run time: 107 minutes

Josie Geller, a copy editor who works at the Chicago Sun-Times, has never been in a romantic relationship. But when she goes undercover as a high school student for a future story, she falls hard for her English teacher. He seems to reciprocate those feelings, but there’s just one problem: He thinks she’s a teenager. (Ignore the ick-factor here and just go with it…)

• Cast: Ice Cube, Nia Long, Jay Mohr, Tracy Morgan
• Run time: 95 minutes

Nick Persons is determined to get the woman of his dreams...even if that means having to endure a super long car ride with her rebellious kids. (Trust me, this flick will make you think twice about embarking on a lengthy road trip with children.)

BTW, did you know that Ice Cube's role was originally meant for Adam Sandler? Cube told One Guy's Opinion, “Adam Sandler had this movie, and he couldn’t do it. And they said we’d acquire it and tailor-make it for me. So in reading the script, I knew I could take the script and make it a little cooler and make it for myself. That’s what we did.”

• Cast: Awkwafina, Sandra Oh, Will Ferrell
• Run time: 99 minutes

In her review of the raunchy comedy, which revolves around two sisters who compete on a trivia show to settle their mom's gambling debt, McKay wrote, "While it heavily plays on the classic buddy comedy genre we have come to love with movies like 21 Jump Street and Rush Hour, Quiz Lady goes a step further. It’s a funny, feel-good movie that isn’t afraid to delve into deeper topics and real-life scenarios."

• Cast: Noah Galvin, Molly Gordon, Ben Platt
• Run time: 93 minutes

Even if you have no experience in theater, this mockumentary will have you laughing from start to finish. It follows a group of staff members at an underfunded theater camp, who must work together to keep the theater afloat after their founder falls into a coma. If you love comedies like What We Do in the Shadows, then this one is right up your alley.

• Cast: Cristin Milioti, Dan Soder, Halley Feiffer, Kate Simses, Erica Sweany
• Run time: 99 minutes

When Sonia, a jingle writer, gets a sudden marriage proposal from her boyfriend, she’s faced with a tough ultimatum. Should she say yes and settle down with married life or go pursue her dreams? The witty rom-com explores traditional gender stereotypes and expectations by reversing those roles.

• Cast: Pete Davidson, Griffin Gluck, Emily Arlook, Colson Baker, Sydney Sweeney, Jon Cryer
• Run time: 90 minutes

The coming-of-age comedy revolves around Mo, a high school student who befriends his older sister’s ex and college dropout, Zeke. As they spend more time together, Zeke’s awful influence starts to rub off on Mo, who’s introduced to a world of drugs and alcohol.

Gluck told Hollywood Life, "It’s actually about learning from your mistakes and making those mistakes, which is something that every kid does. Zeke says in the movie, ‘It’s the point of being a kid. You get to f*** up and then you deal with your mistakes and you grow from them and you learn from them.’"

• Cast: Ray Romano, Laurie Metcalf, Tony Lo Bianco
• Run time: 106 minutes

In Ray Romano's touching directorial debut, Leo Russo and his wife lead a simple life with their son, Sticks, in Queens. When Sticks gets the rare opportunity to play basketball in college, Leo goes above and beyond to carve out a better future for his son, but this wreaks havoc on the family.

Romano told ScreenRant, "We tried to show that, on the surface, it looks like he's doing what a good father should do, and that's trying to help his son have more in life than what he had. But also, that wasn't his only motive. We wanted to make sure that there was a bit of selfishness in there."

• Cast: Lupita Nyong'o, Alexander England, Josh Gad
• Run time: 94 minutes

Horror is blended with comedy in this fascinating zombie flick, which stars Nyong’o as a kind kindergarten teacher named Miss Caroline. When a zombie outbreak occurs, she teams up with a musician and a children's TV personality to protect a group of young kids from being devoured by the undead creatures.

• Cast: Shailene Woodley, Jack Whitehall, Chelsea Edmundson
• Run time: 93 minutes

Yes, the plot is pretty bizarre, but watching Woodley and Whitehall together is pure entertainment. In the film, two rich suburbanites (Charles and Elaine) use android doubles of themselves to avoid things like work and dating. Although their plan initially goes smoothly, it takes an unexpected turn when both of their androids meet for the first time and fall in love.

• Cast: Eugenio Derbez, Samara Weaving, Max Greenfield
• Run time: 123 minutes

If you're craving a refreshing rom-com that doesn't feel formulaic, then consider The Valet. The film follows Antonio Flores, a humble parking valet who gets hired to date Olivia Allan, a Hollywood actress who's trying to cover up an affair. Charming leads, positive themes and genuine humor are just a few things you'll appreciate about the film.

• Cast: Lucy Hale, Corbin Bernsen, Austin Stowell
• Run time: 102 minutes

When their publishing companies are merged, Lucy and Josh, who are total opposites, aren't thrilled to work together. Their rivalry only intensifies when they decide to go for the same promotion, but they can't resist their growing attraction to each other, which only complicates things.