5 New Comedies Worth Watching in Theatres This Summer

Andrew Barth Feldman and Jennifer Lawrence in
Andrew Barth Feldman and Jennifer Lawrence in "No Hard Feelings"

If you’re looking forward to having a good laugh at the theater this summer, you’ll have a pretty impressive lineup of new movies to choose from. In the sea of action blockbusters, these five comedies truly stand out and you should put them on your watch list if you’re in the mood to laugh your way through the summer.

Asteroid City (June 23)

We can count on Wes Anderson to take us on a delightful and unexpected adventure in each of his movies, and this one offers an epic journey through a Junior Stargazer convention that spirals into chaos.

No Hard Feelings (June 23)

Jennifer Lawrence is back and funnier than ever in this raunchy comedy! The Oscar winner plays a young woman who tries to earn some quick buck by helping an introverted teen break free from his shell before heading off to college.

Joy Ride (July 7)

With its crazy detours, uproarious mishaps, and epic leading ensemble, Joy Ride is the ultimate road trip movie. It centers on four Asian-American friends searching for one of their birth mothers across Asia.

Barbie (July 21)

If you’re only going to see one movie in the theaters this summer, it should definitely be Barbie! Greta Gerwig’s tale of everyone’s favorite doll will see Margot Robbie bring Barbie to life in the most spectacular and hilarious fashion.

Bottoms (August 25)

If you’re looking for a riotous teen comedy that rivals the likes of Superbad and Booksmart, make sure to check out this must-watch coming-of-age flick led by Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri.