Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale

Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available. The length is exactly right for the story it is telling — nothing rushed, nothing dragged out. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Eric Bauza is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale from the crowd. After tumbling into a magic storybook, Puss in Boots must fight, dance and romance his way through wild adventures as he searches for an escape. Eric Bauza and Jayma Mays lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2017. What keeps Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Puss in Book: Trapped in an Epic Tale. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch from start to finish. Eric Bauza is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.