Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey

Right now you can watch Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey in Australia on Amazon Prime Video, and in the US on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. The runtime earns every minute, with nothing here that feels like padding. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 1,368 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Keanu Reeves is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Amazon Prime Video and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey from the crowd. Amiable slackers Bill and Ted are once again roped into a fantastical adventure when De Nomolos, a villain from the future, sends evil robot duplicates of the two lads to terminate and replace them. The robot doubles actually succeed in killing Bill and Ted, but the two are determined to escape the afterlife, challenging the Grim Reaper to a series of games in order to return to the land of the living. Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 1991. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Keanu Reeves's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.