20 Best Comedy Movies on Apple TV Plus 2026
Browse 20 hilarious picks on Apple TV Plus, from Superbad and School of Rock to The Family Plan, The Dink, and more for every mood.
If you’re searching for the best comedy movies on Apple TV Plus, this roundup makes it easy to jump straight to the fun stuff. You’ll find sharp crowd-pleasers like Superbad, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and School of Rock alongside newer picks such as The Family Plan and the upcoming The Dink. The list also mixes in movies that stretch beyond straight comedy, including The Wolf of Wall Street, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and The Greatest Beer Run Ever, so there’s something here for fans of biography, crime, drama, and romance too. Whether you want a classic teen romp, a music-filled feel-good story, or a faster, newer watch, these selections cover a wide range of moods. With 20 titles on the page, it’s a solid place to compare options and choose the right laugh for the night.
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Mayday
action & adventure · comedy · mystery & thriller
Lieutenant Troy Brennan's reconnaissance mission over Soviet territory goes awry, forcing him to crash-land and survive in Russian wilderness while evading capture or rescue.
Directed by John Francis Daley, Jonathan GoldsteinCast Ryan Reynolds, Kenneth Branagh, Marcin Dorocinski, Maria Bakalova, David MorseApple TV Plus -
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The Dink
comedy · romance · sport
Desperate to save a struggling country club and earn his father's respect, a washed-up tennis pro is compelled to break a sacred vow and do the unthinkable: play pickleball.
Directed by Josh GreenbaumCast Jake Johnson, River Beier, Ed Harris, Robert Rebetsky, Boone NelsonApple TV Plus -
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Superbad
comedy
Two co-dependent high school seniors are forced to deal with separation anxiety after their plan to stage a booze-soaked party goes awry.
Directed by Greg MottolaCast Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Bill Hader, Seth RogenApple TV Plus -
04
Mamma Mia!
comedy · musical · romance
A spirited young bride-to-be living with her single mother on a small Greek island secretly invites three of her mother's ex-boyfriends in hope of finding her biological father to walk her down the aisle.
Directed by Phyllida LloydCast Amanda Seyfried, Stellan Skarsgård, Pierce Brosnan, Nancy Baldwin, Colin FirthApple TV Plus -
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The Wolf of Wall Street
biography · comedy · crime · drama
A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.
Directed by Martin ScorseseCast Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie, Matthew McConaughey, Kyle ChandlerApple TV PlusParamount Plus -
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Ferris Bueller's Day Off
comedy
After high school slacker Ferris Bueller successfully fakes an illness in order to skip school for the day, he goes on a series of adventures throughout Chicago with his girlfriend Sloane and best friend Cameron, all the while trying to outwit his wily school principal and fed-up sister.
Directed by John HughesCast Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara, Jeffrey Jones, Jennifer GreyApple TV PlusAMC+Paramount Plus -
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A League of Their Own
comedy · drama · sport
As America's stock of athletic young men is depleted during World War II, a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest, funded by publicity-hungry candy maker Walter Harvey. Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller spar with each other, scout Ernie Capadino and grumpy has-been coach Jimmy Dugan on their way to fame.
Directed by Penny MarshallCast Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, Lori Petty, Madonna, Rosie O'DonnellNetflixApple TV Plus -
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Eternity
comedy · drama · fantasy · romance
In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.
Directed by David FreyneCast Barry Primus, Betty Buckley, Darryl Scheelar, Danny Mac, Damon Scott JohnsonApple TV Plus -
09
Come from Away
comedy · drama · musical
Filmed live on Broadway, the Tony Award-winning musical tells the remarkable true story of 38 flights grounded in a small Canadian town on September 11, 2001. As the locals host these “come from aways,” they come together and find hope.
Directed by Christopher AshleyCast Petrina Bromley, Jenn Colella, De'Lon Grant, Joel Hatch, Tony LePageApple TV Plus -
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School of Rock
comedy · music
Fired from his band and hard up for cash, guitarist and vocalist Dewey Finn finagles his way into a job as a fifth-grade substitute teacher at a private school, where he secretly begins teaching his students the finer points of rock 'n' roll. The school's hard-nosed principal is rightly suspicious of Finn's activities. But Finn's roommate remains in the dark about what he's doing.
Directed by Richard LinklaterCast Jack Black, Adam Pascal, Lucas Papaelias, Chris Stack, Sarah SilvermanHuluApple TV PlusParamount Plus -
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The Informant!
comedy · crime · drama
A rising star at agri-industry giant Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), Mark Whitacre suddenly turns whistleblower. Even as he exposes his company’s multi-national price-fixing conspiracy to the FBI, Whitacre envisions himself being hailed as a hero of the common man and handed a promotion.
Directed by Steven SoderberghCast Matt Damon, Lucas McHugh Carroll, Eddie Jemison, Rusty Schwimmer, Craig Ricci ShaynakApple TV Plus -
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Forgetting Sarah Marshall
comedy · drama · romance
When actress Sarah Marshall dumps aspiring musician Peter Bretter for rock star Aldous Snow, Peter's world comes crashing down. His best friend Brian suggests that Peter should get away from everything and to fly off to Hawaii to escape all his problems. After arriving in Hawaii and meeting the beautiful receptionist Rachel Jansen, Peter is shocked to see not only Aldous in Hawaii, but also Sarah.
Directed by Nicholas StollerCast Jason Segel, Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis, Russell Brand, Bill HaderApple TV Plus -
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Easy A
comedy · drama · romance
Olive, an average high school student, sees her below-the-radar existence turn around overnight once she decides to use the school's gossip grapevine to advance her social standing. Now her classmates are turning against her and the school board is becoming concerned, including her favorite teacher and the distracted guidance counselor. With the support of her hilariously idiosyncratic parents and a little help from a long-time crush, Olive attempts to take on her notorious new identity and crush the rumor mill once and for all.
Directed by Will GluckCast Emma Stone, Penn Badgley, Amanda Bynes, Dan Byrd, Thomas Haden ChurchApple TV Plus -
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The Family Plan
action · comedy
Dan Morgan is many things: a devoted husband, a loving father, a celebrated car salesman. He's also a former assassin. And when his past catches up to his present, he's forced to take his unsuspecting family on a road trip unlike any other.
Directed by Simon Cellan JonesCast Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Monaghan, Ciarán Hinds, Zoe Colletti, Van CrosbyApple TV Plus -
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Outcome
comedy · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
Reef Hawk, Hollywood's poster child since age six, is not okay. When he learns about an extortion plot tied to a mysterious video, Reef preemptively sets out on a redemption tour to make amends, confront his demons, and avoid getting canceled.
Directed by Jonah HillCast Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer, Van Jones, Neiko NealApple TV Plus -
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CODA
comedy · drama · music
As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Ruby is the only hearing person in her deaf family. When the family's fishing business is threatened, Ruby finds herself torn between pursuing her love of music and her fear of abandoning her parents.
Directed by Sian HederCast Emilia Jones, Troy Kotsur, Daniel Durant, John Fiore, Lonnie FarmerApple TV Plus -
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The Instigators
action · comedy · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
Rory and Cobby are unlikely partners thrown together for a heist. But when it goes awry, they team up with an unusual accomplice — Rory's therapist — to outrun police, backward bureaucrats, and a vengeful crime boss.
Directed by Doug LimanCast Matt Damon, Hong Chau, Jack Harlow, Michael Stuhlbarg, Alfred MolinaApple TV Plus -
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The Family Plan 2
action · comedy · family
Now that Dan's assassin days are behind him, all he wants for Christmas is quality time with his kids. But when he learns his daughter has her own plans, he books a family trip to London—putting them all in the crosshairs of an unexpected enemy.
Directed by Simon Cellan JonesCast Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Monaghan, Kit Harington, Zoe Colletti, Van CrosbyApple TV Plus -
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The Greatest Beer Run Ever
adventure · comedy · drama · war
Chickie wants to support his friends fighting in Vietnam, so he does something wild—personally bring them American beer. What starts as a well-meaning journey quickly changes Chickie's life and perspective.
Directed by Peter FarrellyCast Zac Efron, Russell Crowe, Jake Picking, Kyle Allen, Archie RenauxApple TV Plus -
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Fly Me to the Moon
comedy · romance
Sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones, brought in to fix NASA's public image, wreaks havoc on Apollo 11 launch director Cole Davis' already difficult task of putting a man on the moon. When the White House deems the mission too important to fail, Jones is directed to stage a fake moon landing as backup, and the countdown truly begins.
Directed by Greg BerlantiCast Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Woody Harrelson, Ray Romano, Jim RashApple TV Plus
Wrapping Up
This list is built to save you time and point you toward the funniest, most rewatchable picks available on Apple TV Plus and beyond. From legacy favorites like Ferris Bueller's Day Off to newer releases like The Family Plan and The Dink, there’s a strong mix of styles for different tastes. Bookmark this page if you like having a reliable comedy guide handy, because we update it regularly as the catalog changes. Come back whenever you want a fresh recommendation, and you’ll always have a current place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
Do I need a Apple TV Plus subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Apple TV Plus. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
How are these comedy movies ranked?
We rank by a combination of audience rating and current popularity, so you're seeing the comedy titles people are actually watching right now, not just an old fixed list.
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Last updated: September 8, 2026