Singles

Singles is currently streaming in the US on Kanopy, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. 441 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Bridget Fonda leads a cast with real comic timing. Available now on Kanopy — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Singles earns its spot. Singles gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. A group of young adults in their twenties, who share an apartment in the city of Seattle, ponder on love and face all the challenges of adulthood. The chemistry Bridget Fonda and Campbell Scott bring to it does a lot of the heavy lifting. It hit screens in 1992. What keeps Singles from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. 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 Singles. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Bridget Fonda anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

Singles was released in 1992, directed by Cameron Crowe. The full 99-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.