The Best Comedy Movies of 2017

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Updated September 16, 2023 33.1K votes 7.8K voters 962.6K views
Over 7.8K Ranker voters have come together to rank this list of The Best Comedy Movies of 2017

When ranking the best comedy movies of 2017, it's all about the jokes and laughs. The best 2017 comedies feature your favorite stars getting wild at a bachelorette party, hosting an illegal casino, and even saving the world. What is the funniest movie of 2017? Perhaps some will become the best comedies of all time.

Along with being great action movies, Marvel superhero movies, like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and Spider-Man: Homecoming, are also hilarious comedies. 2017's best comedies also include animated movies (The Lego Batman Movie, The Boss Baby) and raunchy comedies (Rough Night, Baywatch).

Vote up the best comedy movies of 2017. Feel free to add any 2017 comedies missing from the list. And if you love comedy, check out this list of recent comedy TV shows and vote on your favorites.

If you want to see more comedies, check out the top comedy movies of 2020 list.

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  • Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
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    Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

    Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Bradley Cooper
    1,128 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: James Gunn
    In 2017's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, we see the return of the ragtag band of intergalactic misfits. Peter Quill (Chris Pratt), aka Star-Lord, grapples with newfound revelations about his parentage while leading his team through a series of cosmic adventures. The group's camaraderie strengthens as they battle old enemies and encounter strange new allies. Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax (Dave Bautista), Rocket Raccoon (Bradley Cooper), and Baby Groot (Vin Diesel) all reprise their roles in this action-packed, humor-infused sci-fi epic. The film, directed by James Gunn, is a thrilling sequel to its predecessor, combining elements of adventure, comedy, and drama into a cohesive narrative that expands the Guardians' universe.

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  • Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
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    Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

    Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black
    1,245 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Jake Kasdan
    In Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, four high school students (Alex Wolff, Madison Iseman, Ser'Darius Blain, and Morgan Turner) stumble upon an old video game console with a game they've never heard of - Jumanji. They are immediately thrust into the game's jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose. The nerdy Spencer becomes a fearless explorer Dr. Smolder Bravestone (Dwayne Johnson), football jock Fridge is transformed into diminutive zoologist Moose Finbar (Kevin Hart), popular girl Bethany turns into middle-aged professor Sheldon Oberon (Jack Black), and wallflower Martha evolves into deadly warrior Ruby Roundhouse (Karen Gillan). To survive, they'll play as characters from the game, navigating treacherous terrain and battling dangerous creatures. The twist? You don't just play Jumanji - Jumanji plays you. To return to the real world, they must finish the game which turns out to be a quest of self-discovery for each of them.

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  • Thor: Ragnarok
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    Thor: Ragnarok

    Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett
    1,292 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Taika Waititi
    In the action-packed Marvel movie, Thor: Ragnarok, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) finds himself in a deadly gladiatorial contest against his former ally, Hulk (Mark Ruffalo). Stranded on the alien planet Sakaar without his mighty hammer, he must race against time to return to Asgard and stop Ragnarok - the destruction of his homeworld at the hands of the ruthless Hela (Cate Blanchett). In this high-stakes adventure directed by Taika Waititi, Thor must fight for survival and rally against the impending doom. His journey is fraught with unexpected allies, classic Marvel humor, and stunning visual effects that earned the film an Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects.

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  • The Hitman's Bodyguard
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    The Hitman's Bodyguard

    Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson, Gary Oldman
    1,222 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Patrick Hughes
    The world's top protection agent is called upon to guard the life of his mortal enemy, one of the world's most notorious hit men. The relentless bodyguard and manipulative assassin have been on the opposite end of the bullet for years and are thrown together for a wildly outrageous 24 hours. During their journey from England to the Hague, they encounter high-speed car chases, outlandish boat escapades and a merciless Eastern European dictator who is out for blood.

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  • Baby Driver
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    Baby Driver

    Ansel Elgort, Lily James, Jamie Foxx
    911 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Edgar Wright
    Baby Driver is a high-octane heist film, directed by Edgar Wright. Baby (Ansel Elgort), the protagonist, is a skilled getaway driver with a unique rhythm - he coordinates his daring escapes to his personal soundtrack due to a childhood trauma-induced tinnitus. His life spins out of control when he falls for Debora (Lily James), a sweet-natured waitress, and gets entangled in a dangerous heist plotted by his boss, Doc (Kevin Spacey). The movie, known for its distinctive blend of action and music, won an Academy Award nomination for Best Sound Editing in 2018.

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  • Girls Trip
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    Girls Trip

    Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith
    1,002 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Malcolm D. Lee
    Girls Trip, a rib-tickling comedy, unfolds an adventurous journey of four lifelong friends. Regina Hall as Ryan Pierce, Queen Latifah as Sasha Franklin, Jada Pinkett Smith as Lisa Cooper, and Tiffany Haddish as Dina embark on a wild escapade to New Orleans for the annual Essence Festival. The trip morphs into a roller-coaster ride of dancing, drinking, brawling, and romancing. This film bagged Tiffany Haddish a 'Best Supporting Actress' award at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards. Girls Trip is a testament to female solidarity wrapped in laughter and lunacy.

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