The Layover

The Layover is currently streaming in the US on Amazon Prime Video and The CW, and in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, 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. 726 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Kate Upton is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Start it on Amazon Prime Video whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

The Layover arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. The jokes in The Layover land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. When their plane is rerouted due to a hurricane warning, two single female best friends find themselves competing for the same guy during an extended layover in St. Louis. Kate Upton and Alexandra Daddario lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2017. The timing in The Layover is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, The Layover is a strong candidate. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch from start to finish. Kate Upton sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.