Nim's Island

You don't need another list of "underrated comedies" — Nim's Island earns the label on its own. The length is exactly right for the story it is telling — nothing rushed, nothing dragged out. 1,209 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Abigail Breslin is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Nim's Island is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Nim's Island from the crowd. A young girl inhabits an isolated island with her scientist father and communicates with a reclusive author of the novel she's reading. Abigail Breslin and Jodie Foster lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It hit screens in 2008. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Nim's Island holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Nim's Island is a strong candidate. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Abigail Breslin is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.

Nim's Island was released in 2008, directed by Jennifer Flackett. The full 96-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.