Death to 2020

Death to 2020 has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. 808 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Watch it for Samuel L. Jackson — stay for everyone else around them. Put it on tonight on Netflix and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Death to 2020 is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Death to 2020 from the crowd. 2020: A year so [insert adjective of choice here], even the creators of Black Mirror couldn't make it up… but that doesn't mean they don't have a little something to add. This comedy event that tells the story of the dreadful year that was — and perhaps still is? The documentary-style special weaves together some of the world's most (fictitious) renowned voices with real-life archival footage. Samuel L. Jackson and Hugh Grant lead a cast that never overplays a joke. Death to 2020 came out in 2020. Death to 2020 earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Death to 2020 is a strong candidate. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Samuel L. Jackson sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

Death to 2020 was released in 2020, directed by Alice Mathias. The full 71-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.