Zambezia

Zambezia is currently streaming in the US on fuboTV, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. 334 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Samuel L. Jackson sets the tone, and the rest of the cast matches it scene for scene. Available now on fuboTV — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Zambezia 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 Zambezia from the crowd. Set in a bustling bird city on the edge of the majestic Victoria Falls, "Zambezia" is the story of Kai - a naïve, but high-spirited young falcon who travels to the bird city of "Zambezia" where he discovers the truth about his origins and, in defending the city, learns how to be part of a community. Samuel L. Jackson and Abigail Breslin lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2012. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Zambezia holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Zambezia. 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. Samuel L. Jackson's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.