The Top 8 Comedic Performances By Someone Who Wasn’t The Lead Actor
Some of the most memorable moments from your favorite comedies aren’t from the lead actor, but the supporting star!
Comedy
About My Father (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Sebastian Maniscalco’s “About My Father” showcases a sweet relationship between De Niro and Maniscalco, but it’s coated in forgettable comedy and a story we’ve seen too many times.
American Born Chinese (2023): Season 1 – Review
American Born Chinese is ambitious and nuanced in its Asian American representation, yet there are parts that feel watered down or changed by its Disney overlords.
White Men Can’t Jump (2023) – Movie Review and Summary
A few chronically funny mishaps and personalities lead to a half-a-million-dollar reward.
A Back Lady Sketch Show: Season 4 – Review
A Black Lady Sketch Show may be missing some old cast members, but Robin Thede, Gabrielle Dennis, and
Skye Townsend become comedy all-stars.
Once Upon A One More Time (2023) – Musical Review
“Once Upon A… One More Time” is a feminist musical set to the music of Britney Spears that may feel like it is preaching to the choir and needs more oomph in its ensemble numbers.
The Little Mermaid (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Little Mermaid” thankfully takes enough from the Broadway musical and further creative license from the Hans Christian Anderson story to make an entertaining, though serviceable, film.
Primo (2023) – Season 1 Review (with Spoilers)
“Primo” will ruffle your hair and give you a big bear hug in this warm and rewarding comedy.
Robots (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Robots” is a forgettable comedy that seems to yearn for when men got to be funny and women were meant to be seen and buzzkills.
A Black Lady Sketch Show: Season 4, Episode 6 “Check Yo’ Slack Every 5 to Stay Alive” – Finale Review
“A Black Lady Sketch Show” ends season 4 with a commitment to chaos and characters that is certain to continue.
