Monsters, Inc.

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Monsters, Inc. Is available in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus right now. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. Its 8/10 TMDB score, built from 19,953 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. John Goodman leads a cast with real comic timing. Available now on Disney Plus — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Monsters, Inc. Is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Monsters, Inc. From the crowd. Lovable Sulley and his wisecracking sidekick Mike Wazowski are the top scare team at Monsters, Inc., the scream-processing factory in Monstropolis. When a little girl named Boo wanders into their world, it's the monsters who are scared silly, and it's up to Sulley and Mike to keep her out of sight and get her back home. John Goodman and Billy Crystal lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It was released in 2001. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Monsters, Inc. Holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Monsters, Inc. Is a strong candidate. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch from start to finish. John Goodman's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.