The Kissing Booth 2

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, The Kissing Booth 2 is available in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix right now. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Joey King is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Available now on Netflix — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

The Kissing Booth 2 arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate The Kissing Booth 2 from the crowd. With college decisions looming, Elle juggles her long-distance romance with Noah, changing relationship with bestie Lee and feelings for a new classmate. Joey King and Jacob Elordi lead a cast that never overplays a joke. The Kissing Booth 2 came out in 2020. What keeps The Kissing Booth 2 from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

The Kissing Booth 2 is the kind of thing you put on in the background and end up fully watching. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Joey King anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.