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The Comedy

5.820121h 33mNRMovieComedyDrama

Indifferent to the notion of inheriting his father's estate, a restless, aging New Yorker passes time with his friends in games of mock sincerity, irreverence, and recreational cruelty towards those around them.

DirectorRick Alverson
WritersRobert Donne·Rick Alverson
ProducersMike S. Ryan·Jody Hill

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Cast · Directed by Rick Alverson

THTim Heidecker
Tim Heidecker
Swanson
EWEric Wareheim
Eric Wareheim
Van Arman
JMJames Murphy
James Murphy
Ben
KSKate Lyn Sheil
Kate Lyn Sheil
Waitress
ASAdam Scarimbolo
Adam Scarimbolo
Restaurant Manager
GTGregg Turkington
Gregg Turkington
Bobby
ARAlexia Rasmussen
Alexia Rasmussen
Young Woman
GRGrace Rex
Grace Rex
Hospital Nurse
LK
Liza Kate
Sister-In-Law
RKRock Kohli
Rock Kohli
Raj
RS
Richard Swift
Richard
WS
Will Sheff
Will

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The Comedy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Comedy?

The Comedy is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Comedy on Netflix?

No, The Comedy is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Hoopla.

Is The Comedy on Amazon Prime Video?

The Comedy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Comedy for free?

The Comedy is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.