Turbo Kid

Turbo Kid has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in the US on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 778 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Munro Chambers leads a cast with real comic timing. Put it on tonight on Amazon Prime Video and see for yourself.

There is a reason Turbo Kid keeps coming up in conversation. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Turbo Kid from the crowd. In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, an orphaned teen must battle a ruthless warlord to save the girl of his dreams. Munro Chambers and Laurence Leboeuf lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2015. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Turbo Kid holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Turbo Kid respects your intelligence. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Munro Chambers's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.