The comedy genre has been under attack for quite some time now as the studios have stopped making mid-budget comedy movies and refocused all their attention on big-budget blockbusters. Amidst all this, a niche sub-genre in comedy, like raunchy comedy films, has been forgotten. If it’s not a classic like American Pie or Road Trip, people don’t even remember most of the fantastic raunchy comedies that came out. So, we compiled a list of the best underrated raunchy comedies you might have missed out on.
The Girl Next Door (Netflix & Prime Video)
The Girl Next Door is a raunchy comedy film directed by Luke Greenfield from a screenplay co-written by Stuart Blumberg, David T. Wagner, and Brent Goldberg. The 2004 film follows Matthew, a high school senior who thinks that he has found his dream girl, but things take an unexpected turn when he finds out that she is a former adult film actress. The Girl Next Door stars Emile Hirsch, Elisha Cuthbert, Timothy Olyphant, James Remar, Chris Marquette, and Paul Dano.
Sex Tape (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video)
Sex Tape is a sex comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan from a screenplay co-written by Kate Angelo, Jason Segel, and Nicholas Stoller. The 2014 film follows Jay and Annie, a married couple who have lost their passion in their marriage. To reignite the fire, they decide to make a sex tape, but that accidentally gets sent to every one of their friends. Sex Tape stars Jason Segel, Cameron Diaz, Rob Corddry, Ellie Kemper, and Rob Lowe.
Dirty Grandpa (Rent on Prime Video)
Dirty Grandpa is a sex comedy film directed by Dan Mazer from a screenplay by John M. Phillips. The 2016 film follows Jason, a corporate lawyer who is tricked into a trip to Florida with his grandfather Dick after his grandmother died. During their trip, Jason and Dick get into a series of misadventures. Dirty Grandpa stars Robert De Niro, Zac Efron, Aubrey Plaza, Zoey Deutch, Julianne Hough, and Dermot Mulroney.
The Ugly Truth (Rent on Prime Video)
The Ugly Truth is a romantic comedy film directed by Robert Luketic from a screenplay co-written by Nicole Eastman, Karen McCullah Lutz, and Kristen Smith. The 2009 film follows television producer Abby, a romantic but single television producer who strikes a deal with Mike, a TV host who is cynical about relationships to help get her dream man, but they soon fall for each other. The Ugly Truth stars Katherine Heigl, Gerard Butler, Eric Winter, John Michael Higgins, Nick Searcy, Kevin Connolly, and Cheryl Hines.
That Awkward Moment (Rent on Prime Video)
That Awkward Moment is a raunchy comedy-drama film written and directed by Tom Gormican. The 2014 film follows friends Jason, Daniel, and Mickey, who make a pact to stay single and not commit to anyone. Each gets into a serious relationship while hiding it from their friends. That Awkward Moment stars Zac Efron, Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Imogen Poots, Mackenzie Davis, Jessica Lucas, and Addison Timlin.
The Layover (Prime Video & Pluto TV)
The Layover is a sex comedy film directed by William H. Macy from a screenplay co-written by David Hornsby and Lance Krall. The 2017 film follows our best friends, Meg and Kate, who meet a handsome man during a flight. When they experience a layover in St. Louis, they soon find themselves competing with each other for Ryan. The Layover stars Alexandra Daddario, Kate Upton, Matt Barr, Matt L. Jones, Rob Corddry, Kal Penn, Molly Shannon, Jennifer Cheon, and Eric Gibson.
Bottoms (Prime Video & MGM+)
Bottoms is a satirical, raunchy comedy film directed by Emma Seligman, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Rachel Sennott. The 2023 film follows PJ and Josie, two unpopular best friends who start a fight club in their high school to get with the girl of their dreams. Bottoms stars Rachel Sennott, Ayo Edebiri, Ruby Cruz, Havana Rose Liu, Kaia Gerber, Nicholas Galitzine, Miles Fowler, Dagmara Domińczyk, and Marshawn Lynch.
No Hard Feelings (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video)
No Hard Feelings is a sex comedy film directed by Gene Stupnitsky, who also co-wrote the screenplay with John Phillips. The 2023 film follows Maddie, a young woman on the brink of losing her childhood home. Desperate to save her home, she agrees to date a wealthy couple’s awkward 19-year-old son. No Hard Feelings stars Jennifer Lawrence, Andrew Barth Feldman, Laura Benanti, Natalie Morales, and Matthew Broderick.
The Overnight (Prime Video & Pluto TV)
The Overnight is a sex comedy film written and directed by Patrick Brice. The 2015 film follows Alex and Emily, a young couple, as they move into a new neighbourhood and reluctantly accept a dinner party invite from one of their neighbours. Still, the night soon takes an unexpected and raunchy turn that they will remember for the rest of their lives. The Overnight stars Adam Scott, Taylor Schilling, Jason Schwartzman, and Judith Godrèche.
Bad Santa (Paramount+, Pluto TV & Rent on Prime Video)
Bad Santa is a Christmas dark comedy crime film directed by Terry Zwigoff from a screenplay co-written by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa. The 2003 film follows Willie, a swindler who dresses up as Santa, and his elf partner Marcus, who tries to rob a mall, but they befriend an eight-year-old boy and their plans change. Bad Santa stars Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox, Lauren Graham, Brett Kelly, Lauren Tom, John Ritter, and Bernie Mac.