Movies Like John Early: Now More Than Ever

If you liked John Early: Now More Than Ever (2023), a comedy and music movie directed by Leah Hennessey and Emily Allan, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
Jonas Brothers Family Roast (2021)
★ 6.4/10Also comedy and music
Kevin, Joe and Nick face down quick wits and deep cuts in this comedy special featuring Pete Davidson, John Legend and more. Hosted by Kenan Thompson.
2
Aziz Ansari: Right Now (2019)
★ 7.1/10Also comedy and documentary
In a comedy special directed by Spike Jonze, Aziz Ansari shares deep personal insights and hilarious takes on wokeness, family and the social climate.
3
The Original Kings of Comedy (2000)
★ 6.4/10Also comedy and documentary
The house is rockin' and the laughs are rollin' as comedians Steve Harvey (The Steve Harvey Show), D.L. Hughley (The Hughleys), Cedric The Entertainer (The Steve Harvey Show) and Bernie Mac (Life) meet in this…
4
Kevin Hart: What Now? (2016)
★ 6.5/10Also comedy and documentary
Comedian Kevin Hart performs in front of a crowd of 50,000 people at Philadelphia's outdoor venue, Lincoln Financial Field.
5
Robin Williams: Live on Broadway (2002)
★ 7.8/10Also comedy and documentary
2002 HBO Stand-up Special starring Robin Williams. Recorded and broadcast live from New York City's Broadway Theater at the culmination of his historic 2002 sold-out tour, this special finds the Oscar-winning…
6
John Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015)
★ 7.7/10Also comedy and documentary
Armed with boyish charm and a sharp wit, the former "SNL" writer offers sly takes on marriage, his beef with babies and the time he met Bill Clinton.
7
Kevin Hart: Zero F**ks Given (2020)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
Kevin Hart serves up laughs and brick oven pizza from the comfort of his home, and dishes on male group chats, sex after 40 and life with COVID-19.
8
Richard Pryor: Here and Now (1983)
★ 6.7/10Also comedy and documentary
One of comedian Richard Pryor's later stand-up performances. As foul-mouthed as ever, Pryor touches on most of the same topics as in his previous live shows. Filmed at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans.
9
Anthony Jeselnik: Fire in the Maternity Ward (2019)
★ 7/10Also comedy and documentary
Forging his own comedic boundaries, Anthony Jeselnik revels in getting away with saying things others can't in this stand-up special shot in New York.
10
Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa .5 (2014)
★ 6/10Also comedy and documentary
Bad Grandpa .5 gives you a whole new perspective on the world of Irving Zisman with bonus scenes and pranks also featuring Spike Jonze as "Gloria" and Catherine Keener as Irving's wife "Ellie", plus a look at the…
11
Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special (2022)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
In his final comedy special, Norm Macdonald ponders casinos, cannibalism, living wills and why you have to be ready for whatever life throws your way.
12
Dave Chappelle's Block Party (2005)
★ 6.8/10Also comedy and music
The American comedian/actor delivers a story about the alternative Hip Hop scene. A small town Ohio mans moves to Brooklyn, New York, to throw an unprecedented block party.
13
Def Comedy Jam 25 (2017)
★ 6/10Also comedy and documentary
In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."
14
Jackass 3D (2010)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Steve-O, Wee Man and the rest of their fearless and foolhardy friends take part in another round of outrageous pranks and stunts. In addition to standing in the path of a charging bull…
15
Jackass: Best and Last (2026)
★ 7.3/10Also comedy and documentary
The fifth and final installment to Jackass franchise where the crew go on one last insane crusade.
16
The Aristocrats (2005)
★ 5.9/10Also comedy and documentary
One hundred superstar comedians tell the same very, VERY dirty, filthy joke--one shared privately by comics since Vaudeville.
17
Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003)
★ 6/10Also comedy and documentary
The comedic stylings of four sort-of famous funnymen are brought to the big screen courtesy of this 2002 documentary.
18
Jackass Number Two (2006)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
Jackass Number Two is a compilation of various stunts, pranks and skits, and essentially has no plot. Chris Pontius, Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Bam Margera, and the whole crew return to the screen to raise the stakes…
19
Jackass: The Movie (2002)
★ 6.3/10Also comedy and documentary
Johnny Knoxville and his band of maniacs perform a variety of stunts and gross-out gags on the big screen for the first time. They wander around Japan in panda outfits, wreak havoc on a once civilized golf course, they…
20
Nitro Circus: The Movie (2012)
★ 6.4/10Also comedy and documentary
You will see Travis Pastrana and the whole Nitro Circus crew perform some of the most ridiculous, awe-inspiring, and simply insane stunts ever caught on camera. Coming to you in three dimensional glory, it will feel…