Raunchy comedies, the underrated guilty pleasure of cinema that has kept us laughing, blushing, and occasionally wondering if we should cover our eyes. Have you ever wondered why raunchy comedies are such a hit? Because they’re about letting loose and embracing the absurdity of life, which I think is the goal in this falling-off-its-axis world.
A bucket of fresh-out-the-oven popcorn, your favorite cozy spot on the couch, and a lineup of films that promise to tickle your funny bone while pushing the boundaries of good taste. Tell me a weekend scene more relaxing I’ll wait. Can’t? Well, that’s why I am here, now you can manage the popcorn and that spot on the couch, leave the movies to this list. But I’m warning you, these movies aren’t for the faint of heart or the easily offended, but for those of us who appreciate humor with a side of irreverence, they’re pure gold. Let’s start by diving into the first of our top 10 Raunchy Comedy Films which will leave you gasping for air between fits of laughter and wondering how on earth they got away with that scene.
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1. ‘Superbad’ (2007) – Netflix
Directed by Greg Mottola, ‘Superbad’ follows high school pals Seth played by Jonah Hill and Evan played by Michael Cera. As high school kids guess their most important quest?scoring alcohol for a high school party, Of course. Yeah, the plot seems a bit same old but that’s because it’s classic plus no high school party is a party without illegal booze, didn’t Netflix teach you that already? Packed with hilarious moments, this coming-of-age comedy is a raunchy classic that needs to be up on your list ASAP.
2. ‘The Hangover’ (2009) – HBO Max
Directed by the talented Todd Phillips, ‘The Hangover’ is a Vegas adventure gone hilariously wrong. So the story starts with a bunch of hot-as-hellfire dudes up in Vegas for a bachelor party. Now you know what happens in Vegas, too much partying leads to a terrible hangover and a hangover leads to many things but in this particular story, it led to the groom going missing. Yes, they went to his bachelor party and forgot him. The film’s hilarious situations and phenomenal performances delivered by Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, and Zach Galifianakis make it a laugh-out-loud experience from start to finish.
3. ‘American Pie’ (1999) – Netflix
A teenage comedy classic movie series, we’ve all heard the name of at least once in our life, ‘American Pie’. Directed by Paul Weitz, this 1999 gem features a group of friends hell-bent on losing their virginity before graduation. Just another all too well-known plot of American high school stories but trust me it’s better. With iconic scenes and even more iconic characters, this film defined an entire generation. Another coming-of-age raunchy comedy your way.
4. ‘Bridesmaids’ (2011) – Prime Video
Directed by Paul Feig, this one is a riotous comedy starring Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph. In ‘Bridesmaids,’ our maid of honor Annie takes comedic tumbles throughout her best friend’s wedding. The chaos results in outrageous laughs and some iconic moments of the movie. Its relatable characters and that on-point blend of humor and heartfelt earn it a spot on this list.
5. ‘There’s Something About Mary’ (1998) – Netflix
Directed by the Farrelly brothers, this rom-com-meets-raunchy comedy stars Ben Stiller and Cameron Diaz. It starts cute with our boy Ted attempting to reconnect with his high school crush, Mary. Now that leads to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and mishaps which floods it with that crude comedy you like with a slight flare of swoon. The film’s irreverent humor has solidified its place as a raunchy comedy classic in our list, you can decide for yourself by giving it a watch.
6. ‘The 40-Year-Old Virgin’ (2005) – Hulu
Directed by none other than Judd Apatow, ‘The 40-Year-Old Virgin’ is another perfectly balanced blend of that above-the-line humor and thought-provoking delivery. This 2005 movie stars Steve Carell as Andy, a middle-aged man who has decided to finally lose his virginity. Carell’s endearing performance as a 40-year-old virgin and the film’s hilarious supporting cast make it a standout in the genre.
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7. ‘Knocked Up’ (2007) – Prime Video
Another Rauncy classic directed by Judd Apatow, he’s just got the gut for the genre. ‘Knocked Up’ as the name heavily suggests, follows an unexpected pregnancy between our slacker hero Ben and a career-driven heroine Alison. You know how that goes. They fall in love, that’s how it goes guys, don’t be so negative. The film takes a comedic but conscious dive into the challenges of impending parenthood. With Apatow’s signature blend of crude humor and genuine emotion, this one’s a no-debater, you have to watch it for a good laugh.
8. ‘Neighbors’ (2014) – Netflix
Directed by Nicholas Stoller, ‘Neighbors,’ we have another Seth Rogen starer with Zac Efron as the hot neighbor. This movie is about a hilarious battle between a young couple and their fraternity neighbors, the frat boy being our dashing Zac. The raunchy humor and outrageous scenarios delivered in this film are non-stop laughs. Anchored by charismatic performances from the cast. ‘Neighbors’ definitely offers a fresh take on the classic college comedy with modern sensibilities.
9. ‘This Is The End’ (2013) – HBO Max
For this one, Seth Rogen also gets behind the camera by directing this raunchy apocalyptic comedy alongside Evan Goldberg. ‘This Is the End’ is one of those movies that you need to watch with your friends, especially if you’ve got an all-boy group. This will make you all laugh till you clutch your stomach. With Satan and Cannibalism in the picture, this comes off as something unappetising but trust me when I say your hunger for humor will be satisfied.
10. ‘Bad Moms’ (2016) – Prime Video
Directed by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore, ‘Bad Moms’ is one for all the overworked, burnt-out, underappreciated moms out there. Starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn, this 2016 movie follows three rebellious mothers who finally had enough of the responsibilities with no rewards. Along with the raunchy humor, this film delivers an empowering message to celebrate the imperfect realities of motherhood.
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