Kidding Season 1

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Kidding Season 1 is available on streaming right now. A single, tightly-focused season means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. 349 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Jim Carrey is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Start it whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Kidding Season 1 is worth clearing space for. The jokes in Kidding Season 1 land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. In season 1, Jeff begins to push back against the limits of the well-oiled machine that is Mr. Pickles’ Puppet Time. Seb begins preparing the show for a life after Jeff. Jim Carrey and Frank Langella lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2018. Kidding Season 1 earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Kidding Season 1 is a strong candidate. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. Jim Carrey's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.