The Son of Bigfoot

The Son of Bigfoot is currently streaming in Australia on Stan, and in the US on Hoopla, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Pappy Faulkner is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Stan and see for yourself.

The Son of Bigfoot arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. The Son of Bigfoot does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. Teenage outsider Adam sets out on an epic and daring quest to uncover the mystery behind his long-lost dad, only to find out that he is none other than the legendary Bigfoot! He has been hiding deep in the forest for years to protect himself and his family from HairCo., a giant corporation eager to run scientific experiments with his special DNA. As father and son start making up for lost time after the boy's initial disbelief, Adam soon discovers that he too is gifted with superpowers beyond his imagination. Pappy Faulkner and Christopher Lee Parson lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2017. The timing in The Son of Bigfoot is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, The Son of Bigfoot 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. Pappy Faulkner 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.