When sleep won't come, the right film can carry you somewhere else entirely, these are the ones worth staying up for. Comedy that earns its laughs, sharp writing, perfect timing, and performances that make it look effortless. From the 2010s, arguably the most diverse and globally rich decade in film history. Genuinely funny, not just mildly amusing, these are the ones that catch you off guard.
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Every comedy film on this list was chosen for tonight because it actually delivers. no safe picks, no obligation watches - just films that are worth watching. If one doesn't land, the next one will. Bookmark this and come back whenever the mood calls for it.
Comedy that holds up on a rewatch is a high bar. These clear it. These were chosen for the hours when sleep isn't coming and you need something absorbing. All from the 2010s - a decade with more depth than its reputation suggests. More lists by genre, mood, and occasion at Moviepiq.