And I liked it. This is good, I thought. This is funny.” For Alex, the real triumph wasn’t just hitting No. 1 on Netflix but also proving to himself that comedy can be accessible to everyone.

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For even more ideas, our list of Goofy Comedy Movies to Watch with Tweens and Teens has plenty of funny picks and laugh-out-loud flicks that are perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy.