Sing Street

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Sing Street is available in Australia on Amazon Prime Video and Stan, and in the US on Philo and Starz Apple TV Channel right now. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. With 2,466 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Ferdia Walsh-Peelo's performance alone is worth the time investment. Put it on tonight on Amazon Prime Video and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Sing Street earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Sing Street from the crowd. A boy growing up in Dublin during the 1980s escapes his strained family life by starting a band to impress the mysterious girl he likes. Ferdia Walsh-Peelo and Lucy Boynton lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2016. The timing in Sing Street is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Sing Street. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Ferdia Walsh-Peelo is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.