Gringo

Right now you can watch Gringo in Australia on 9Now, and in the US on Amazon Prime Video — 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. 804 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. David Oyelowo's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now on 9Now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Gringo arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Gringo from the crowd. An American businessman with a stake in a pharmaceutical company that's about to go public finds his life is thrown into turmoil by an incident in Mexico. David Oyelowo and Joel Edgerton lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2018. Gringo 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.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Gringo. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. David Oyelowo 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.