How to Be Single

How to Be Single has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Stan, and in the UK on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. 3,369 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Dakota Johnson's performance alone is worth the time investment. Put it on tonight on Stan and see for yourself.

How to Be Single 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 How to Be Single from the crowd. New York City is full of lonely hearts seeking the right match, and what Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom and David all have in common is the need to learn how to be single in a world filled with ever-evolving definitions of love. Dakota Johnson and Rebel Wilson lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2016. The timing in How to Be Single is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. 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 How to Be Single. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. A contained runtime means every scene is doing real work. Dakota Johnson 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.