Charlie's Angels

Right now you can watch Charlie's Angels in the UK on Netflix — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 4,549 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Cameron Diaz leads a cast with real comic timing. Available now on Netflix — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Charlie's Angels arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Charlie's Angels from the crowd. The captivating crime-fighting trio who are masters of disguise, espionage and martial arts are back! When a devious mastermind embroils them in a plot to destroy individual privacy, the Angels, aided by their loyal sidekick Bosley, set out to bring down the bad guys. But when a terrible secret is revealed, it makes the Angels targets for assassination. Cameron Diaz and Drew Barrymore lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It was released in 2000. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Charlie's Angels 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.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Charlie's Angels is a strong candidate. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Cameron Diaz's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.