Encanto

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Encanto is available in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus right now. The runtime earns every minute, with nothing here that feels like padding. With 10,275 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Stephanie Beatriz's performance alone is worth the time investment. Put it on tonight on Disney Plus and see for yourself.

Encanto is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. The jokes in Encanto land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. The tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family—every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope. Between them, Stephanie Beatriz and María Cecilia Botero carry the comedy without ever forcing it. Encanto came out in 2021. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Encanto holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Encanto. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Stephanie Beatriz 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.