Got the Giggles with Apple TV’s Best Comedy Movies May 2024

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Get ready to chuckle, chortle, and outright guffaw, because Apple TV+ is rolling out a red carpet lined with laughter. As curated by the laughter connoisseurs at The Movie Database, we present to you a list of comedy movies that are all the rave on Apple TV+. These films are not just funny; they’re the cream of the comedic crop, known for tickling funny bones and lifting spirits. From animated laughs to holiday chuckles and superhero humor, Apple TV+ serves up the best in comedy, ensuring that your next movie night is brimming with joy. So, pop the corn, dim the lights, and let the best comedy movies have you howling with delight!

Trolls Band Together (2023)

Trolls Band Together (2023)
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Trolls Band Together promises to continue the vibrantly colorful and musical journey of our favorite animated Poppy and Branch. Get ready for another round of catchy songs, endearing characters, and the unique, feel-good energy that only Trolls can deliver.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
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Jump into the world of The Super Mario Bros. Movie where everyone’s beloved plumber goes on a grand, animated adventure. Packed with nostalgia and fresh fun, this film is a high-stakes, whimsical quest with the charm and humor of the iconic video game series.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
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Jim Carrey brings Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas to life in this comedic holiday classic. With a heart two sizes too small, the Grinch’s journey to Whoville is sure to steal your laughter and your heart.

Barbie (2023)

Barbie (2023)
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Barbie leaps out of the toy box and onto the big screen in a live-action adventure that’s anticipated to be as charming and humorous as it is fashionable. Expect a whirlwind of laughs, heart, and pink in this modern take on a classic favorite.

The Grinch (2018)

The Grinch 2018
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The Grinch revisits the beloved holiday tale with a fresh animated spin that’s cheeky and heartwarming. Voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, the grumpy green recluse plans to ruin Christmas for Whoville, only to find his own heart growing three sizes.

Krampus (2015)

Krampus (2015)
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Holiday cheer gets a dark twist in Krampus, a comedy-horror that reminds us to be careful what we wish for during the holidays. It’s a thrilling, laugh-out-loud ride with a festive monster you won’t soon forget.

Elemental (2023)

Elemental (2023)
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“Elemental” explores a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, and promises to spark a delightful array of elemental laughs and adventures. This animated tale is set to warm hearts with its humor and imaginative storytelling.

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022)

Puss in Boots The Last Wish
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Puss in Boots: The Last Wish sees the return of the daring feline in boots, embarking on a quest for immortality. With witty one-liners and swashbuckling action, Puss is ready to pounce back into your funny bone.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
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Johnny Depp’s portrayal of Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory brings a twist to the beloved story. It’s a visually stunning, quirky adventure that’s just as sweet and entertaining as the treats from Wonka’s factory.

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)

Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, and Daniel Stern in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
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Home Alone 2: Lost in New York doubles down on the belly laughs as Kevin McCallister takes a wrong turn to the Big Apple for another unsupervised holiday. Expect more booby traps and chuckles in this classic sequel.

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
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The original Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory stars Gene Wilder in a performance that’s pure imagination. With timeless songs and whimsy, this enchanting tale remains a golden ticket to laughter and wonder.

Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)

Natalie Portman and Chris Hemsworth in Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)
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Thor: Love and Thunder combines superhero antics with director Taika Waititi’s signature comedic style. It’s a cosmic romp through the Marvel universe that will leave you thunderstruck with laughter.

Deadpool 2 (2018)

Ryan Reynolds and Zazie Beetz in Deadpool 2 (2018)
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Deadpool 2 cranks up the irreverent humor as Ryan Reynolds’ antihero embarks on a new mission that’s as heartwarming as it is hilarious. Expect fourth-wall breaks and action that’s as sharp as Deadpool’s wit.

Inside Out (2015)

Inside Out
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Pixar’s Inside Out is an ingenious comedy that takes you inside the mind of a young girl and her emotions. It’s a film that will make you laugh and think, redefining animated humor with heart and intelligence.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023)

Brady Noon, Nicolas Cantu, Shamon Brown Jr., and Micah Abbey in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023)
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem brings the shell-shocking fun back, as the brothers face new challenges and deliver pizza-topping doses of humor and action that’s sure to be a hit with the whole sewer gang.

Garfield (2004)

Garfield (2004)
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Garfield brings the lasagna-loving, Monday-hating comic strip cat to life in a furry tail of sass and silliness. With Bill Murray voicing the iconic feline, this film is sure to get you purring with laughter.

Monsters, Inc. (2001)

Monsters, Inc. (2001)
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Monsters, Inc. reveals the hilarious and heartfelt world behind the closet door, where the monster duo, Mike and Sulley, capture laughs instead of screams. It’s a monster hit that’s frightfully fun for all ages.

Shrek (2001)

Cameron Diaz and Mike Myers in Shrek (2001)
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Shrek is the fairy tale that turned the genre on its head with its irreverent humor and an ogre who just wants his swamp back. This lovable 3D animation is an all-time favorite that continues to draw giggles from every corner of Far Far Away.

Encanto (2021)

Encanto (2021)
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Encanto weaves a magical family story filled with catchy tunes, vibrant animation, and comedy that resonates with every generation. The Madrigals invite you into a world where every family member (except one) has a special gift and every scene is a gift of joy.

Violent Night (2022)

Violent Night (2022)
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Violent Night gives us a Santa like no other, one who’s more about action than cookies. It’s a holiday comedy with a punch, sure to deck the halls with howls of laughter.

Top 25 TV Comedy Series on Hulu

Jeremy Allen White in The Bear (2022)
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Find Your Funny: 20 Most Popular Comedy Movies on Peacock

Kung Fu Yoga (2017)
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