From You’re Cordially Invited to Kinda Pregnant: Laugh Your Way Through Summer with These 5 Breezy Comedy Picks
Summer means chilled drinks, stretched-out evenings, and the glorious excuse to stay indoors and binge.
Whether you’re escaping a heatwave or just need a break from adulting, we’ve rounded up five summer-ready comedies that will help you beat the heat, without breaking a sweat. From weddings gone wrong to insurance for your heartbreak, and a murder mystery (yes, with jokes), this comedy lineup serves all the humour you need to survive the season. Add popcorn. Add lemonade. Repeat.
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You’re Cordially Invited – Prime Video
Two weddings, one venue, and total chaos—You’re Cordially Invited is a romantic comedy you don’t want to miss. Starring Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell, the film follows the father of one bride (played by Will) and the sister of another (played by Reese) as they try to save their overlapping wedding plans. What develops is a wildly hilarious and emotional ride packed with drama and laughter. Catch this movie on Prime Video for a rib-tickling ride that’s sure to keep you hooked till the very end.
Kinda Pregnant- Netflix
Pregnancy…or something like it? In Kinda Pregnant, Amy Schumer plays Liany, a woman desperate to settle down and start a family but is hit with a rock when everything falls apart. As a coping mechanism, she straps on a fake baby bump, drawing sympathy and attention—until she accidentally meets her dream man. Also starring Will Forte, this quirky rom-com offers laugh-out-loud moments wrapped in a delightful, bizarre plot.
The Divorce Insurance- Prime Video
Who says break-ups can’t be insured? The Divorce Insurance on Prime Video is a funny Korean dramedy that explores the absurd idea of protecting your heart and finances with a breakup policy. Starring Lee Dong-wook, Lee Joo-bin, Lee Kwang-soo, and Lee Da-hee, the show follows a genius actuary and his team as they create a unique insurance plan for divorces. With its blend of chaos, drama, and camaraderie, this series is an unexpected yet hilarious summer treat.
Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy – Zee 5
Renée Zellweger returns as the lovable Bridget Jones in the fourth chapter of the iconic rom-com series. Now navigating life in her 50s as a single mom and widow, she juggles the challenges of work, parenting, and the possibility of love once again. Heartfelt, witty, laced with humor, Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy delivers the charm fans adore while offering a fresh, emotionally resonant perspective on life and love.
The Residence – Netflix
Think Knives Out meets The West Wing, but infused with laughter. Inspired by Kate Andersen Brower’s book, The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House, The Residence is an American mystery comedy-drama created by Paul William Davies. Set in the private quarters of the White House, the series follows an eccentric detective, Cordelia Cupp (played by Uzo Aduba), who is tasked with cracking a murder that takes place during a state dinner. As the investigation unfolds, tensions and interpersonal conflicts among the 157 residence staff begin to surface, all with a hilarious twist.
As the summer heat rises, these comedy picks are all you need to keep things breezy. And if you’re craving a dose of dark humour with a splash of mystery, don’t miss Another Simple Favor, starring Blake Lively, Anna Kendrick, and Michele Morrone, amongst others, premiering May 01 only on Prime Video.
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