11 Unapologetic New Comedies That Are Not Concerned About Offending You

      These audacious new comedies are unbothered by the prospect of offending viewers.

      They challenge the notion that recent films shy away from humor.

      Indeed, comedy is not obsolete — as these movies demonstrate.

      **Old Dads (2023)**

      *Netflix – Credit: Netflix*

      Writer-director and star Bill Burr (shown above right) portrays a Gen X father in his 50s who refuses to adhere to modern societal norms, regardless of the upheaval it causes within his expanding family.

      Burr confronts a self-righteous school administrator with one of the rudest words in English, shares his views on Caitlyn Jenner, and pressures a younger colleague to freely rap along to N.W.A. without censorship.

      While he gains some important insights, Old Dads maintains its edge and shows it isn't hesitant to breach contemporary comedic standards with some overtly adult elements — such as a pivotal scene featuring exotic dancers purely for shock value.

      Old Dads is currently available for streaming on Netflix.

      **Joy Ride (2023)**

      *Lionsgate – Credit: Lionsgate*

      Joy Ride, the highly praised debut from director and co-writer Adele Lim, follows four friends traveling to China to find one of their birth mothers.

      Among the most memorable jokes in this exuberantly explicit ensemble comedy are those referencing a tattoo on a body part we can't even name here.

      **Strays (2023)**

      *Universal Pictures – Credit: C/O*

      Strays tells the R-rated tale of a dog (voiced by Will Ferrell) who gathers a group to seek revenge on his previous owner. Critic Peter Rainer of FilmWeek describes it as the “dog movie version of Bad Santa. Quite crude and vulgar, but genuinely funny.”

      One common question surfacing in searches about this new comedy is: “Is Strays suitable for kids?”

      Likely not.

      **Cocaine Bear (2023)**

      *Main Image: Keri Russell and the bear in Cocaine Bear. Photo Credit: Universal Pictures. – Credit: C/O*

      Another film featuring animals, Cocaine Bear, brazenly romanticizes drug use in bears while presenting it as thrilling and amusing to attack campers and the national treasure Felicity.

      While it may not seem to fit the new comedy category, it will likely make you laugh. The outrageous storytelling is worth noting: Cocaine Bear is based on an actual event but diverges significantly from the true details.

      **Sick of Myself (2023)**

      *Scandinavian Film Distribution – Credit: C/O*

      Director Kristoffer Borgli’s dark Norwegian comedy brutally mocks individuals willing to go to any lengths for social media fame — and the reality that their fabricated antics succeed.

      The plot centers on Signe (Kristine Kujath Thorp), who, consumed by jealousy over her boyfriend’s successful art exhibition, fakes a rare and disfiguring illness to attract the attention of Oslo's elite.

      Additionally: Fans of Sick of Myself will likely appreciate the next social-media satire on our list.

      **Rotting in the Sun (2023)**

      *Mubi – Credit: MGM*

      A sharp, unrelenting satire of Hollywood and social media, Rotting in the Sun features the film's director and co-writer, Sebastián Silva, portraying a fictional, troubled, and self-destructive version of himself.

      After encountering social media influencer Jordan Firstman (also playing a version of himself) on a gay beach, they embark on a reckless journey until the older Silva dismisses Firstman for his perceived superficiality. However, he soon becomes entangled in a partnership.

      Rotting in the Sun is explicit enough that some may tune out early. Which is okay; not everything suits everyone.

      **Ricky Stanicky (2024)**

      *John Cena in Ricky Stanicky. MGM – Credit: MGM*

      This throwback comedy from director Peter Farrelly faced harsh criticism, as he returned to his comedic roots following the success of Best Picture winner Green Book. Indeed, it features a plethora of crude humor — John Cena plays an alcoholic actor named Rod whose entire routine revolves around parodies focused on self-love.

      Nevertheless, it’s also one of the sweetest films we've encountered in years, with its heart in the right place. The story centers on three childhood friends (Zac Efron, Jermaine Fowler, Andrew Santino) struggling to mature, who use a fictitious buddy named Ricky Stanicky to circumvent accountability.

      After a series of blunders, they recruit Cena’s Rod to portray Ricky, leading to outcomes that might exceed expectations. We found ourselves laughing heartily and feeling quite pleased afterwards.

      We also noted that despite its silly humor, Ricky Stanicky boasts an impressively tight script and some of the most inclusive casting we've ever seen. Shameless as it may be, it has much to take pride in. (And it wins the shameless award for casting Shameless star William H. Macy in a hilarious role.)

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