Movies like The Comics (2002)
The best movies like The Comics (2002) are Clear History (2013), Ricky Gervais: Mortality (2025) and Three Men in a Boat (1979). If The Comics hooked you with its comedy and tv movie, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedJohn Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City (2018)7.9/10 from 259 votes
- NewestRicky Gervais: Mortality (2025)Released 2025
Clear History (2013)
Nathan Flomm, in order to avoid the humiliation of having missed out on a hugely successful business, assumes a new identity on Martha's Vineyard. He plots revenge when his former business partner moves to the same town.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisRicky Gervais: Mortality (2025)
Ricky Gervais tackles life, death and the state of the world in a brutally honest special that spares no topic, even his own mortality.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThree Men in a Boat (1979)
Three London gentlemen take vacation rowing down the Thames, encountering various mishaps and misadventures along the way.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisA Flintstones Christmas Carol (1994)
Fred is cast as Ebenezer Scrooge in a stage adaption of the classic Christmas story, but is acting a bit stingy in real life.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGabriel Iglesias: Aloha Fluffy (2013)
ALOHAAAAA! Internationally acclaimed comedian, Gabriel Iglesias, returns to Comedy Central with his latest stand-up special taped at Honolulu’s Hawaii Theatre Center. Watch as Fluffy brings the house down yet again in this complete special with his unique and animated show that has made him popular among fans of all ages. Aloha Fluffy is sure to be a comedy classic, making this extended and uncensored special a must-own.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisJohn Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City (2018)
John Mulaney relays stories from his childhood and "SNL," eviscerates the value of college and laments getting older in this electric comedy special.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisBill Burr: Drop Dead Years (2025)
In what might be his most personal and introspective hour yet, Bill offers hilarious takes on everything from male sadness to dating advice.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisPsych: The Movie (2017)
The ambitious friends come together during the holidays after a mystery assailant targets one of their own. A comedic thrill-ride follows, as the wild and unpredictable Psych team pursues the bad guys, justice … and, of course, food!
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNate Bargatze: The Greatest Average American (2021)
Nate Bargatze touches on Zoom comedy shows, losing his phone, hotel breakfast fails, animal caddies, new math and much more in this special.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Five(ish) Doctors Reboot (2013)
With the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who about to film, the "classic" Doctors Peter Davison, Colin Baker and Sylvester McCoy are keen to be involved. But do they manage it?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisChris Rock: Tamborine (2018)
Chris Rock takes the stage for his first comedy special in 10 years, filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and American politics.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisOh, Hello on Broadway (2017)
Two delusional geriatrics reveal curious pasts, share a love of tuna and welcome a surprise guest in this filming of the popular Broadway comedy show.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrevor Noah: I Wish You Would (2022)
Emmy-winning comedian Trevor Noah talks learning German, speaking ill of the dead, judging people in horror movies and ordering Indian food in Scotland.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDave Chappelle: The Closer (2021)
As he closes out his slate of comedy specials, Dave takes the stage to try and set the record straight — and get a few things off his chest.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLouis C.K.: Hilarious (2010)
In this unique and dynamic live concert experience, Louis C.K.'s exploration of life after 40 destroys politically correct images of modern life with thoughts we have all had...but would rarely admit to.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisComedy Central Roast of William Shatner (2006)
It's William Shatner's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central Roast. A parade of Shatner's friends have gotten together to boldly go ...
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKevin James: Never Don't Give Up (2018)
Kevin James makes his long-awaited return to stand-up in this family-friendly special, dishing on fatherhood, fans, his disdain for allergies and more.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisJack Whitehall: I'm Only Joking (2020)
Jack Whitehall hits the stage with hilarious tales about happy couples, life in hotels, human stupidity and his well-traveled father.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisPsych 3: This Is Gus (2021)
In preparation for a shotgun wedding before the birth of Baby Guster, Shawn and Gus go rogue in an attempt to track down Selene’s estranged husband, as Lassiter grapples with the future of his career.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMarc Maron: Thinky Pain (2013)
Marc Maron returns to his old stomping grounds for an intimate special in which he takes stock of himself. More than ever, Maron is raw and hilariously honest as he dissects his own neuroses and self-loathing while providing outrageous anecdotes from his personal life, in which he starts to realize the hurt isn't real, it's just "Thinky Pain."
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both comedy
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like The Comics?
The closest matches to The Comics are Clear History (2013), Ricky Gervais: Mortality (2025) and Three Men in a Boat (1979). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after The Comics?
Start with Clear History (2013), the closest match to The Comics.
What is the highest-rated movie like The Comics?
John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City (2018), rated 7.9/10 by 259 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like The Comics?
Ricky Gervais: Mortality (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
How are movies similar to The Comics chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Comics, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.