Demolition

Right now you can watch Demolition in Australia on Disney Plus — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Watch it for Jake Gyllenhaal — stay for everyone else around them. Start it on Disney Plus whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

There is a reason Demolition keeps coming up in conversation. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Demolition from the crowd. An emotionally desperate investment banker finds hope through a woman he meets. Jake Gyllenhaal and Naomi Watts lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It was released in 2016. Demolition earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Demolition. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Jake Gyllenhaal 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.