Trolls

Trolls has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, and in the UK on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. Its 7/10 TMDB score, built from 3,849 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Anna Kendrick's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now on Netflix — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

There is a reason Trolls keeps coming up in conversation. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Trolls from the crowd. After the monstrous Bergens invade Troll Village, Princess Poppy, the happiest Troll ever born, and overly-cautious, curmudgeonly outcast Branch set off on a journey to rescue her friends. Their mission is full of adventure and mishaps, as this mismatched duo try to tolerate each other long enough to get the job done. Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake lead a cast that never overplays a joke. Trolls came out in 2016. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Trolls holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Trolls is a strong candidate. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch from start to finish. Anna Kendrick is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.