It's hard to make a comedy hit nowadays - so often they get very short theatrical releases or go straight to streamers.

If you're craving a laugh, sometimes it's good to have someone else do the research and plumb the depths of comedy from today and yesteryear.

That's why Watch With Us is bringing you recommendations on the best underrated comedies from streaming services like Hulu and Peacock .

Check out our list of hilarious, underrated comedy movies you should watch in August 2025.

‘Joy Ride' (2023)

Two Chinese American best friends, Audrey and Lolo ( Ashley Park and Sherry Cola ), embark on a trip to China to find Audrey's birth parents. (Audrey was adopted by a white family from China.) Along the way, they join up with Audrey's college roommate Kat ( Stephanie Hsu )

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