Are you ready to laugh your way through 2025? The upcoming year is packed with a diverse lineup of comedy films that promise to tickle your funny bone. Let’s dive into some of the most anticipated titles set to hit the big screen.
Love Hurts
First up is Love Hurts, an action-comedy directed by Jonathan Eusebio in his directorial debut. The film stars Ke Huy Quan as Marvin Gable, a successful realtor whose past as a hitman catches up with him when his former partner’s brother comes seeking revenge. With a cast that includes Ariana DeBose and Daniel Wu, Love Hurts is scheduled for release on February 7, 2025.
Heart Eyes
Next on the list is Heart Eyes, a slasher horror-comedy directed by Josh Ruben. The story revolves around the Heart Eyes Killer, who has been terrorizing couples on Valentine’s Day. This year, no couple is safe. The film features Jordana Brewster, Devon Sawa, and Olivia Holt, and is set to release on February 7, 2025.
Novocaine
Novocaine offers a blend of action, comedy, and thriller elements. Directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen, the film follows Nathan Caine, a man with a rare genetic disorder that makes him impervious to pain. When his new girlfriend is taken hostage during a bank robbery, his condition becomes his superpower. The cast includes Ray Nicholson, Amber Midthunder, and Jack Quaid. Expect this film in theaters on March 14, 2025.
Mickey 17
For fans of sci-fi comedy, Mickey 17 is an intriguing option. Directed by Bong Joon-ho and starring Robert Pattinson, the film is based on the novel Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. It follows an “expendable” human on a colonization mission who refuses to let his replacement clone take over his duties. The film is slated for release on March 28, 2025.
The Naked Gun
The Naked Gun marks the return of the beloved crime comedy franchise. Directed by Akiva Schaffer, this installment stars Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., stepping into the shoes of his father’s legacy. With a supporting cast that includes Pamela Anderson and Paul Walter Hauser, the film is scheduled for release on August 1, 2025.
Nobody 2
Nobody 2 continues the darkly comedic action saga of Hutch Mansell, portrayed by Bob Odenkirk. Directed by Timo Tjahjanto, the sequel delves deeper into Hutch’s past as a lethal assassin, unraveling secrets about his family. Connie Nielsen and Christopher Lloyd reprise their roles, with the film set for release on August 15, 2025.
Good Fortune
Good Fortune is an R-rated comedy featuring Keke Palmer and SZA. While specific plot details are under wraps, the film is directed by Will Gluck and is scheduled for release in the winter of 2025.
Bugonia
Bugonia, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, is a sci-fi comedy about two conspiracy-obsessed individuals who kidnap a high-powered CEO, convinced she’s an alien intent on destroying Earth. The film stars Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, and Alicia Silverstone, and is expected to release on November 7, 2025.
