Day Shift

Right now you can watch Day Shift in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. With 2,235 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Jamie Foxx is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Available now on Netflix — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Day Shift is worth clearing space for. The jokes in Day Shift land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. An LA vampire hunter has a week to come up with the cash to pay for his kid's tuition and braces. Trying to make a living these days just might kill him. Between them, Jamie Foxx and Dave Franco carry the comedy without ever forcing it. It hit screens in 2022. The timing in Day Shift is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Day Shift is a strong candidate. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch from start to finish. Jamie Foxx's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.