'Twas the Night

Looking for something that actually makes you laugh, available in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus? 'Twas the Night delivers. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. 51 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Bryan Cranston sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Start it on Disney Plus whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

'Twas the Night arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate 'Twas the Night from the crowd. A mischievous 14-year-old boy and his irresponsible uncle almost ruin Christmas when they decide to take Santa's new high-tech sleigh for a joyride. Bryan Cranston and Josh Zuckerman lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It was released in 2001. The timing in 'Twas the Night is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, 'Twas the Night 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. Bryan Cranston's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

'Twas the Night was released in 2001, directed by Nick Castle. The full 84-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.