The Comedy (2012) is a drama film disguised as a comedy. It follows an aging hipster in Brooklyn who is about to inherit a fortune. Instead of embracing his financial security, he squanders his days with friends engaging in ironic games and irreverent humor. As the protagonist grapples with a purposeless life, the film explores themes of emptiness.
Here’s how you can watch and stream The Comedy (2012) via streaming services such as Peacock.
Is The Comedy (2012) available to watch via streaming?
Yes, The Comedy (2012) is available to watch via streaming on Peacock.
Inheriting a fortune is something most of us dream about. But what happens when the dream becomes a reality and you’re still left feeling empty? Meet Swanson, a hipster living in the heart of Brooklyn who seems strangely indifferent to his newfound wealth. Surrounded by his ironic, hipster crew, Swanson navigates a world of deadpan humor and questionable purpose. Is this just a hilarious look at a subculture, or is it a character study of a man grappling with the meaninglessness of life?
The Comedy (2012) stars Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim. They’re joined by James Murphy of LCD Sound System and Gregg Turkington.
Watch The Comedy (2012) streaming via Peacock
The Comedy (2012) is available to watch on Peacock. Peacock’s free tier gives you a taste of Peacock’s library with commercials. Upgrading to Peacock Premium unlocks more content, removes most ads, and allows you to download shows and movies for offline viewing.
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The Comedy (2012) synopsis is as follows:
“Indifferent to the notion of inheriting his father’s estate, a restless, aging New Yorker passes time with his friends in games of mock sincerity, irreverence, and recreational cruelty towards those around them.”
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