Thunderstruck

This week's easiest comedy pick in Australia on Netflix is Thunderstruck. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. 254 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Kevin Durant leads a cast with real comic timing. There is no real reason to keep putting it off — it is right there on Netflix.

Thunderstruck is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Thunderstruck from the crowd. After NBA star Kevin Durant switches talent with 16 year old Brian, the teenager becomes the star of his high school team, but Durant starts struggling and eventually learns an important lesson. Kevin Durant and Taylor Gray lead a cast that never overplays a joke. Thunderstruck came out in 2012. What keeps Thunderstruck from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. 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, Thunderstruck is a strong candidate. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Kevin Durant anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

Thunderstruck was released in 2012, directed by John Whitesell. The full 94-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.