Out Cold

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Out Cold is available in the US on Hoopla right now. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. A 6/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Jason London's performance alone is worth the time investment. Start it on Hoopla whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Out Cold is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Out Cold from the crowd. Rick Rambis and his friends are having the time of their lives on Bull Mountain—until the legendary Papa Muntz' son decides to sell the mountain to a sleazy land developer, have the staff fired and turn Bull Mountain into 'Yuppieville'. Between them, Jason London and Lee Majors carry the comedy without ever forcing it. Out Cold came out in 2001. The timing in Out Cold 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 Out Cold. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Jason London anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

Out Cold was released in 2001, directed by Brendan Malloy. The full 89-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.