Extreme Movie

Right now you can watch Extreme Movie in the US on Philo — 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 4/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Michael Cera leads a cast with real comic timing. There is no real reason to keep putting it off — it is right there on Philo.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Extreme Movie earns its spot. Extreme Movie gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. A sketch comedy movie about the joys and embarrassments of teen sex. But mostly the embarrassments. Michael Cera and Jamie Kennedy lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2008. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Extreme Movie 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.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Extreme Movie. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. A contained runtime means every scene is doing real work. Michael Cera 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.