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1. Friday (1995)

R | 91 min | Comedy, Drama

It's Friday, and Craig and Smokey must come up with $200 they owe a local bully or there won't be a Saturday.

Director: F. Gary Gray | Stars: Ice Cube, Chris Tucker, Nia Long, Tom Lister Jr.

Votes: 124,487 | Gross: $27.47M

2. Do the Right Thing (1989)

R | 120 min | Comedy, Drama

On the hottest day of the year on a street in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, everyone's hate and bigotry smolders and builds until it explodes into violence.

Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Danny Aiello, Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Richard Edson

Votes: 112,353 | Gross: $27.55M

3. Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody (2022)

PG-13 | 144 min | Biography, Drama, Music

A joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, one of the greatest female R&B pop vocalists of all time, tracking her journey from obscurity to musical super stardom.

Director: Kasi Lemmons | Stars: Naomi Ackie, Stanley Tucci, Ashton Sanders, Tamara Tunie

Votes: 22,769

4. The New Guy (2002)

PG-13 | 88 min | Comedy

A high school senior branded uncool in the ninth grade gets himself expelled so he changes his image to cool kid at the town's other high school.

Director: Ed Decter | Stars: DJ Qualls, Lyle Lovett, Eliza Dushku, Zooey Deschanel

Votes: 37,661 | Gross: $28.97M

5. Party Monster (2003)

R | 98 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

Based on the true story of Michael Alig, a Club Kid party organizer whose life was sent spiraling down when he bragged on television about killing his drug dealer and roommate.

Directors: Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato | Stars: Macaulay Culkin, Wilson Cruz, Seth Green, Diana Scarwid

Votes: 17,214 | Gross: $0.73M

6. Toc Toc (2017)

TV-MA | 90 min | Comedy

The adventures and misadventures of a group of patients with OCD appointed at the same time.

Director: Vicente Villanueva | Stars: Paco León, Alexandra Jiménez, Rossy de Palma, Nuria Herrero

Votes: 21,517

7. Madea's Witness Protection (2012)

PG-13 | 114 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

A Wall Street investment banker who has been set up as the linchpin of his company's mob-backed Ponzi scheme is relocated with his family to Aunt Madea's southern home.

Director: Tyler Perry | Stars: Tyler Perry, Eugene Levy, Denise Richards, Tom Arnold

Votes: 11,371 | Gross: $65.65M

8. Bad Hair (2020)

Unrated | 102 min | Comedy, Horror, Music

In 1989 an ambitious young woman gets a weave in order to succeed in the image-obsessed world of music television. However, her flourishing career may come at a great cost when she realizes that her new hair may have a mind of its own.

Director: Justin Simien | Stars: Zaria Kelley, Corinne Massiah, Elle Lorraine, Moses Storm

Votes: 4,325

9. My Golden Days (2015)

R | 123 min | Drama, Romance

Paul is preparing to leave Tajikistan, while thinking back on his adolescent years. His childhood, his mother's madness, the parties, the trip to the USSR where he lost his virginity, the friend who betrayed him and the love of his life.

Director: Arnaud Desplechin | Stars: Quentin Dolmaire, Lou Roy-Lecollinet, Mathieu Amalric, Dinara Drukarova

Votes: 3,798 | Gross: $0.27M

10. Whitney (2018)

R | 120 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama

An in-depth look at the life and music of Whitney Houston.

Director: Kevin Macdonald | Stars: Whitney Houston, Ellen White, Michael Houston, Cissy Houston

Votes: 7,870 | Gross: $3.03M

11. Not Angels But Angels (1994)

Not Rated | 80 min | Documentary

Interviews with a procurer and with nineteen boys and young men who are prostitutes in Prague. The youths range in age from 14 to 19. They hustle at the central train station and at clubs. ... See full summary »

Director: Wiktor Grodecki | Stars: Eda, Joseph Gregori, Honza, Jarda

Votes: 525

12. Verführt - Eine gefährliche Affäre (1999 TV Movie)

96 min | Thriller

A young woman delves into the dark side of the Internet to find her sister's murderer.

Director: Michael Karen | Stars: Katja Woywood, Peter Sattmann, Benjamin Sadler, Zsolt Bács

Votes: 129

13. 8 Easy Steps (2021)

10 min | Short, Comedy

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Director: Julian Clark | Stars: Julian Clark, Sam Skolnik, Dan McGowan, Heather Alexander

Votes: 11

14. Rifftrax: High School Hero (2019 Video)

Comedy

Bridget and Mary Jo leave it all on the field with yet another Teen-Agers film, featuring zero actual teenagers.

Stars: Bridget Jones, Mary Jo Pehl

Votes: 21

15. Insane Clown Posse: 6 Foot 7 Foot (7 Foot 8 Foot feat. Lyte) (2017 Music Video)

5 min | Music

The music video for the Insane Clown Posse's version of Lil Wayne's "6 Foot 7 Foot."

Director: Shinobi Squad | Stars: Insane Clown Posse, Lyte, Shaggy 2 Dope, Violent J

Votes: 13

16. Which Bible Should I Believe? (2004 Video)

147 min | Talk-Show

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Stars: Michael Hoggard, Stan Johnson

17. O-Town: Liquid Dreams (2000 Music Video)

Music

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Director: Dave Meyers | Stars: Ashley Parker Angel, Erik-Michael Estrada, Dan Miller, O-Town

Votes: 9

18. K-Y-Ze: Stomp (Move, Jump, Jack Your Body) (1989 Music Video)

TV-PG | 3 min | Short, Music

A music video for the single, "Stomp" preformed by K-Y-Ze from his 1992 album, "Without Warning".

Star: Kevin Davis

19. Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode: One on One (1990)

TV-14 | 46 min | Drama, Romance

Brenda botches her third try to get her drivers license, but she goes out anyway to rescue Kelly from a bad date, and in the process, loses Brandon's car. Meanwhile, Brandon decides to try ... See full summary »

Director: Artie Mandelberg | Stars: Jason Priestley, Shannen Doherty, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering

Votes: 304

20. Family Matters (1989–1998)
Episode: Dog Day Halloween (1990)

Not Rated | 24 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

A Halloween costume-bedecked Urkel and Laura are hostages during a bank robbery. Urkel fantasizes about saving Laura and subduing the criminal, but things don't quite work out that way. ... See full summary »

Director: Gerren Keith | Stars: Reginald VelJohnson, Jo Marie Payton, Rosetta LeNoire, Darius McCrary

Votes: 164

21. French and Saunders (1987–2017)
Episode: The Exorcist (1990)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

Pastiche of 1973's horror classic "The Exorcist"; parody of BBC's consumer investigation program "Watchdog", and in rehearsal are rap duo "She Rappers" plus a performance from Kirsty MacColl. And lots of early 90s Power Suits.

Director: Bob Spiers | Stars: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders, Simon Brint, Rowland Rivron

Votes: 62

22. The John Larroquette Show (1993–1996)
Episode: Dirty Deeds (1994)

Comedy

John runs into his by old college roommate dressed as Marlene Dietrich at a drag show.

Director: John Whitesell | Stars: John Larroquette, Liz Torres, Gigi Rice, Daryl Mitchell

Votes: 38

23. The Larry Sanders Show (1992–1998)
Episode: Hey Now (1992)

TV-MA | 21 min | Comedy

Larry becomes angry at Hank for taking so many outside jobs and retaliates by ordering him not to use his catchphrase on the show.

Director: Ken Kwapis | Stars: Garry Shandling, Jeffrey Tambor, Megan Gallagher, Wallace Langham

Votes: 222

24. Mad TV (1995–2016)
Episode: La Toya Jackson (1998)

TV-14 | Comedy

Sketches: Needy Evie, Tonight Show w/ LaToya, Epidemic '98, Lowered Expectations, Farrah/Farrakhan, Chris Rock, The Power of Ellen, Road Argument, Autopsy, Route 666, Surprise.

Directors: Paul Miller, John Blanchard | Stars: Alex Borstein, Chris Hogan, Pat Kilbane, Lisa Arch

Votes: 37

25. Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996–2023)
Episode: Episode #9.6 (2001)

Comedy, Game-Show, Music

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Stars: Mark Lamarr, Sean Hughes, Phill Jupitus, Jon Culshaw

Votes: 11

26. Popular (1999–2001)
Episode: Coup (2001)

TV-14 | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Nicole sets out to prove that her power is not based on her "twin set" her plan involves April, Brooke and taking down everyone who gets in her way. Meanwhile Brooke butts heads with her dad about the college guy she is dating.

Director: Jamie Babbit | Stars: Leslie Bibb, Carly Pope, Tamara Mello, Christopher Gorham

Votes: 62

27. Whoopi (2003–2004)
Episode: The Last Dance (2004)

30 min | Comedy, Drama

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Director: Terry Hughes | Stars: Whoopi Goldberg, Wren T. Brown, Elizabeth Regen, Omid Djalili

Votes: 24

28. Whoopi (2003–2004)
Episode: What Child Is This? (2004)

30 min | Comedy, Drama

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Director: Terry Hughes | Stars: Whoopi Goldberg, Wren T. Brown, Elizabeth Regen, Omid Djalili

Votes: 12

29. Will & Grace (1998–2020)
Episode: FYI: I Hurt, Too (2004)

TV-14 | 31 min | Comedy, Romance

After breaking up with Leo, Grace tries to cope with her grief by taking all of Leo's stuff out of his apartment. After Leo shows up at Will's apartment to win Grace back, she seems to ... See full summary »

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, Megan Mullally, Sean Hayes

Votes: 285

30. Without a Trace (2002–2009)
Episode: Coming Home (2003)

TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

A young man goes missing after attending his High School reunion. The team investigates and learns that his happy marriage may be a cover for a struggle with his sexual identity.

Director: Tony Wharmby | Stars: Anthony LaPaglia, Poppy Montgomery, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Enrique Murciano

Votes: 183

31. Salute Your Shorts (1991–1992)
Episode: Michael Comes to Camp (1991)

TV-Y | Comedy, Family, Romance

During his first day of summer camp, Michael understands what occurs at Camp Anawanna.

Director: Peter Baldwin | Stars: Kirk Baily, Megan Berwick, Michael Bower, Venus DeMilo Thomas

Votes: 54

32. The Red Green Show (1991–2006)
Episode: Red's Hot Sauce (2004)

TV-G | 23 min | Comedy

Red creates a barbecue sauce/gasoline additive.

Director: William G. Elliott | Stars: Steve Smith, Bob Bainborough, Rick Green, Joel Harris

Votes: 11

33. Pose (2018–2021)
Episode: In My Heels (2019)

TV-MA | 68 min | Drama

After a medical set back, Blanca struggles to reassemble the House of Evangelista. Meanwhile, Pray Tell confronts old traumas when an exciting new category is proposed.

Director: Janet Mock | Stars: Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez, Billy Porter, Dominique Jackson, Indya Moore

Votes: 812

34. Atlanta (2016–2022)
Episode: The Goof Who Sat by the Door (2022)

TV-MA | 35 min | Comedy, Drama, Music

An in-depth look at the making of the American Classic "A Goofy Movie."

Director: Donald Glover | Stars: Donald Glover, Brian Tyree Henry, LaKeith Stanfield, Zazie Beetz

Votes: 2,059

35. Good Morning Britain (2014– )
Episode: Episode dated 13 August 2019 (2019)

TV-14 | 150 min | News, Talk-Show

Ban on hands-free calls while driving; protests in Hong Kong; £100 million prison boost; the 61-year-old surrogate who gave birth to her own grandchild; beef ban for students; plus, champion driver, Jamie Chadwick.

Stars: Richard Madeley, Kate Garraway, Katy Rickitt, Elaine Corner

36. Claws (2017–2022)
Episode: Chapter One: Betrayal (2021)

TV-MA | 45 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Desna returns to her money laundering roots.

Director: Dale Stern | Stars: Niecy Nash, Carrie Preston, Judy Reyes, Karrueche Tran

Votes: 72

37. WatchMojo (2006– )
Episode: Top 10 Cringiest Halftime Show Moments (2020)

TV-14 | Comedy, Talk-Show

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Star: Rebecca Brayton

Votes: 13

38. Dancing with the Stars (2005– )
Episode: Icons Night (2020)

TV-PG | 85 min | Family, Music, Reality-TV

Honoring their favorite musical icons, seven celebrity and pro-dancer couples dance to the famous artists' songs and face elimination.

Stars: Tyra Banks, Justina Machado, Nelly, A.J. McLean

Votes: 24

39. Pose (2018–2021)
Episode: Intervention (2021)

TV-MA | 58 min | Drama

When Pray Tell's alcoholism leads to expected consequences, Blanca stages a much-needed intervention. Meanwhile, Blanca nervously prepares to meet Christopher's parents.

Director: Steven Canals | Stars: Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez, Billy Porter, Dominique Jackson, Indya Moore

Votes: 610

40. Taskmaster (2015– )
Episode: I Think I've Got This (2022)

TV-14 | 46 min | Comedy, Game-Show

Bridget Christie shoves a cuddly toy inside a traffic cone, Sophie Duker does a dinosaur impression, Ardal O'Hanlon is defeated by a robot, Chris Ramsey is impressed with a hose, and Judi Love is confident about everything except marbles.

Stars: Greg Davies, Alex Horne, Bridget Christie, Sophie Duker

Votes: 149

41. Mr. Mayor (2021–2022)
Episode: Move Fast and Break Things (2022)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy

Neil is excited to work with his new Innovation Team but gets sidetracked when he has to take Orly to the DMV for her permit test. Tommy and Mikaela become increasingly concerned about the I-Team's new presence.

Director: Maggie Carey | Stars: Ted Danson, Holly Hunter, Vella Lovell, Mike Cabellon

Votes: 132

42. NY Graham Norton (2004– )
Episode: Episode #1.2 (2004)

Comedy, Talk-Show

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Director: Steve Smith | Stars: Clint Ashley Spires, Kevin Bacon, LL Cool J, Graham Norton

43. Skins (2011)
Episode: Tea (2011)

TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Drama

Tea is a beautiful, self assured, cheerleader with an openly Sapphic reputation among her friends. She can pretty much have any girl she sets her eye on, so why do they all bore her? When ... See full summary »

Director: Scott Smith | Stars: Paulino Nunes, Sofia Black-D'Elia, Jesse Carere, Danny Flaherty

Votes: 119

44. Skins (2011)
Episode: Chris (2011)

TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Drama

When Chris wakes up to find that his mom is "gone for a few days" and there's an envelope with a $1000 on the kitchen counter, Chris starts thinking with his little head... Course it might just be the residual effects of the Viagra.

Director: Scott Smith | Stars: Jesse Carere, Camille Cresencia-Mills, Danny Flaherty, James Newman

Votes: 80

45. Abbott Elementary (2021– )
Episode: Teacher Conference (2023)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

Staff members head to the Pennsylvania Educational Conference; Gregory reluctantly attends after a disagreement with Amber; Jacob finds himself charmed by the Addington teachers.

Director: Randall Einhorn | Stars: Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Lisa Ann Walter

Votes: 858

46. All American (2018– )
Episode: Feeling Myself (2022)

TV-PG | 43 min | Drama, Sport

When Spencer joins Olivia in her quest to get former players to talk about Coach Garrett, things start to become real for them. With Jordan's encouragement, Layla agrees to attend a red ... See full summary »

Director: Geoffrey Wing Shotz | Stars: Daniel Ezra, Bre-Z, Greta Onieogou, Samantha Logan

Votes: 92

47. Project Runway All Stars (2012– )
Episode: When I Have My Dress in Lights (2012)

TV-14 | 42 min | Reality-TV

The remaining All Stars are confronted with their toughest challenge yet; use lighting technology to create an avant garde design to be judged by music legend Pharrell Williams. The lights ... See full summary »

Director: Gary Shaffer | Stars: Angela Lindvall, Georgina Chapman, Isaac Mizrahi, Joanna Coles

Votes: 13

48. Call Me Kat (2021–2023)
Episode: Call Me Consciously Uncoupled (2023)

TV-14 | Comedy

Kat and Max have some news to share, but attempt to keep it a secret until after Sheila's big birthday bash; Carter breaks a pre-wedding superstition and thinks he is cursed.

Director: Phill Lewis | Stars: Mayim Bialik, Swoosie Kurtz, Kyla Pratt, Julian Gant

Votes: 92

49. Double Toasted (2013– )
CATWOMAN - BAD MOVIE ROAST (2021 Podcast Episode)

46 min | Comedy, Talk-Show

Today at Double Toasted we have our Catwoman 2004 review. In this funny video, we take a brief look at the Catwoman trailer before going in-depth into our Catwoman 2004 reaction. We discuss... See full summary »

Stars: Korey Coleman, Martin Thomas, Billy Brooks, Halle Berry

50. G'wed (2024– )
Episode: The Juliet OG (2024)

Comedy

It's Aimee's big night: the opening of the school play, but given the deepening problems at home and the school thinking that she posted defamatory Tik Toks, will she show up?

Director: Akaash Meeda | Stars: Max Ainsworth, Gemma Barraclough, Leanne Best, Jemma Churchill

Votes: 43