Jennifer's Body

Jennifer's Body is currently streaming in Australia on Netflix and Disney Plus, and in the US on Netflix, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. 4,293 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Megan Fox leads a cast with real comic timing. Put it on tonight on Netflix and see for yourself.

There is a reason Jennifer's Body keeps coming up in conversation. Jennifer's Body does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. Jennifer, a gorgeous, seductive cheerleader takes evil to a whole new level after she's possessed by a sinister demon. Now it's up to her best friend to stop Jennifer's reign of terror before it's too late. Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried lead a cast with the timing to make it work. It was released in 2009. The timing in Jennifer's Body 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 Jennifer's Body. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Megan Fox anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.