Girls Trip

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Girls Trip is available in the US on HBO Max Amazon Channel and Peacock Premium right now. The length is exactly right for the story it is telling — nothing rushed, nothing dragged out. With 1,584 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Regina Hall sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Put it on tonight on HBO Max Amazon Channel and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Girls Trip is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Girls Trip from the crowd. Four girlfriends take a trip to New Orleans for an annual festival and, along the way, rediscover their wild sides and strengthen the bonds of sisterhood. Regina Hall and Queen Latifah lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2017. The timing in Girls Trip 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.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Girls Trip. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch from start to finish. Regina Hall is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.