The Perfect Date

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, The Perfect Date 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. 3,336 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Noah Centineo is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Netflix and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Perfect Date earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate The Perfect Date from the crowd. No beau? No problem! To earn money for college, a high schooler creates a dating app that lets him act as a stand-in boyfriend. Noah Centineo and Laura Marano lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2019. The Perfect Date earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. 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 Perfect Date is a strong candidate. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Noah Centineo's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.