Did you like the movie “American Psycho” by Luca Guadagnino? Then these exciting black comedies on OTT, which you simply cannot miss

Satire, suspense and psychological tension pretty much sum up the rollercoaster ride that 2000’s “American Psycho” offers you. Set in the action-packed world of 1980s Manhattan, the film has a detached fan base that seems legitimate years after its release. What makes American Psycho endure is not only its shocking moments, but also its biting sense of humor. The film follows Patrick Bateman, a wealthy investment banker obsessed with status, appearance, and perfection. As he moves through elite social circles daily, cracks begin to appear in his carefully curated life, revealing a deeply troubled psyche beneath the polished surface.

To add more exciting black comedy movies, here are some recommendations that you can’t miss!

The 2019 South Korean film, directed by Bong Joon-ho, explores themes of extreme class disparity and social inequality. It follows the struggling, low-income Kim family as they deceptively infiltrate the lives of the wealthy Park family by pretending to be highly qualified, unattached professionals. After securing various locations in the house, the Kim family enjoys a life of luxury until they discover a mysterious and hidden secret.
Parasite stars Song Kang Ho, Lee Sun Kyun, Cho Yeo Jeong, Choi Woo Shik, and Park So Dam. It has a total running time of 132 minutes and is available for streaming on Sony Liv.

This 2008 film, directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, is for those who enjoyed the unexpected tone of “American Psycho.” The film includes a group of stars, including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand and others. “Burn After Reading” is about two clueless gym employees who somehow get a tablet containing sensitive CIA material into their hands. Their dark scheme sets off a series of misunderstandings involving government agents, chaos, and violence.
The film is perfect to watch in one 96-minute sitting. The film is available for streaming on Prime Video.

This 2025 black comedy film stars Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. The title, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, refers to the ancient Greek practice of producing bees from a dead bull, alluding to themes of creation and destruction. “Bugonia” is about two conspiracy-crazed men who kidnap a high-ranking CEO, convinced that she is an alien who intends to destroy Earth.
The film is 118 minutes long and is available to rent on Prime Video and Apple TV.

“Revenge” is a satirical commentary on modern American culture, podcasts, and cultural divisions. This 2022 black comedy film stars P.J. Novak, who also wrote and directed the film. The story follows Ben Manalowitz, played by Novak, a New York journalist, who travels to rural Texas after the sudden death of a woman he once dated, and is caught up in a situation that his family believes is murder. He is quickly drawn into doubt and his own assumptions about truth and storytelling.
The film has a duration of 108 minutes and is available for streaming on JioHotsar.