A Glean movie guide
The Ultimate Group Watch: Comedy Night
Laughter is better with company.
High-energy favorites and modern classics perfect for your next night in with friends.
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The movie list
- 01
Game Night
A clever mystery-comedy where a suburban game night spirals into a surprisingly high-stakes real-life thriller.
Max and Annie's weekly game night gets kicked up a notch when Max's brother Brooks arranges a murder mystery party -- complete with fake thugs and federal agents. So when Brooks gets kidnapped, it's all supposed to be part of the game. As the competitors set out to solve the case, they start to learn that neither the game nor Brooks are what they seem to be. The friends soon find themselves in over their heads as each twist leads to another unexpected turn over the course of one chaotic night.
- 02
The Hangover
The ultimate 'what happened last night' mystery fueled by chaotic ensemble chemistry and escalating absurdity.
When three friends finally come to after a raucous night of bachelor-party revelry, they find a baby in the closet and a tiger in the bathroom. But they can't seem to locate their best friend, Doug – who's supposed to be tying the knot. Launching a frantic search for Doug, the trio perseveres through a nasty hangover to try to make it to the church on time.
- 03
Bridesmaids
A riotous ensemble comedy that finds the perfect balance between relatable social friction and physical humor.
Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she’ll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you’ll go for someone you love.
- 04
21 Jump Street
A high-octane buddy-cop parody that subverts high school tropes with sharp, self-aware wit and great lead chemistry.
When cops Schmidt and Jenko join the secret Jump Street unit, they use their youthful appearances to go undercover as high school students. They trade in their guns and badges for backpacks, and set out to shut down a dangerous drug ring. But, as time goes on, Schmidt and Jenko discover that high school is nothing like it was just a few years earlier -- and, what's more, they must again confront the teenage terror and anxiety they thought they had left behind.
- 05
What We Do in the Shadows
A brilliant mockumentary following vampire roommates navigating the mundane struggles of modern life in New Zealand.
Vampire housemates try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster some of the perks of being undead.
- 06
Superbad
A nostalgic and hilarious look at the desperate lengths two best friends will go to for one last high school party.
Two co-dependent high school seniors are forced to deal with separation anxiety after their plan to stage a booze-soaked party goes awry.
- 07
Step Brothers
An absurdist masterpiece of arrested development that is endlessly quotable and perfect for a relaxed group watch.
Brennan Huff and Dale Doback might be grown men. But that doesn't stop them from living at home and turning into jealous, competitive stepbrothers when their single parents marry. Brennan's constant competition with Dale strains his mom's marriage to Dale's dad, leaving everyone to wonder whether they'll ever see eye to eye.
- 08
Mean Girls
A razor-sharp social satire that remains the gold standard for high school ensemble comedies and quotable dialogue.
Cady Heron is a hit with The Plastics, the A-list girl clique at her new school, until she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George.
- 09
Shaun of the Dead
A fast-paced 'rom-zom-com' that expertly blends dry British wit with high-stakes zombie survival.
Shaun lives a supremely uneventful life, which revolves around his girlfriend, his mother, and, above all, his local pub. This gentle routine is threatened when the dead return to life and make strenuous attempts to snack on ordinary Londoners.
- 10
Booksmart
A vibrant, modern celebration of friendship packed with rapid-fire dialogue and chaotic party energy.
Two academic teenage superstars realize, on the eve of their high school graduation, that they should have worked less and played more. Determined to never fall short of their peers, the girls set out on a mission to cram four years of fun into one night.
- 11
Palm Springs
A refreshing sci-fi twist on the wedding comedy that keeps the laughs coming through a clever time-loop premise.
When carefree Nyles and reluctant maid of honor Sarah have a chance encounter at a Palm Springs wedding, things get complicated when they find themselves unable to escape the venue, themselves, or each other.
- 12
Hot Fuzz
An expertly crafted action-comedy parody that rewards attentive viewers with dense visual gags and a wild finale.
Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.