In a World...

This week's easiest comedy pick on Crave is In a World.... It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. A 6/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Lake Bell leads a cast with real comic timing. Start it on Crave whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, In a World... Is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate In a World... From the crowd. An underachieving vocal coach is motivated by her father, the king of movie-trailer voice-overs, to pursue her aspirations of becoming a voice-over star. Amidst pride, sexism and family dysfunction, she sets out to change the voice of a generation. Between them, Lake Bell and Fred Melamed carry the comedy without ever forcing it. In a World... Came out in 2013. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and In a World... Holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. 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 In a World.... If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Lake Bell 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.

In a World... was released in 2013, directed by and starring Lake Bell. The full 93-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.