In an unexpected twist, Amazon Prime just unleashed a raucous new comedy that has audiences rolling with laughter. Titled Deep Cover, this film is already being dubbed the “funniest” flick of the year.
Launched on June 12, Deep Cover features a star-studded cast including Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed, all under the direction of the talented Tom Kingsley. The storyline revolves around an improv teacher, Kat (portrayed by Howard), who is unexpectedly pulled into a chaotic world of crime when an undercover cop, played by Sean Bean, enlists her help to recruit actors for covert operations targeting London’s infamous criminal underbelly.
Kat enlists her students, Marlon (Bloom) and Hugh (Mohammed), leading to a comedic escapade through the streets of London. The official synopsis teases audiences with this premis”Deep Cover is a fast-paced action comedy starring Bryce Dallas Howard as Kat, an improv comedy teacher beginning to question if she’s missed her shot at success. When an undercover cop offers her the role of a lifetime, she recruits two of her students to infiltrate London’s gangland by impersonating dangerous criminals.”
Crafted by a formidable writing team including Colin Trevorrow and Derek Connolly, alongside Ben Ashenden and Alexander Owen, Deep Cover also boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Paddy Considine, Ian McShane, and Sophie Duker. Despite its short time on the streaming platform, this film has already captured the hearts of film enthusiasts, garnering rave reviews across social media.
Fans are lauding Deep Cover as one of the greatest modern comedies. One ecstatic viewer exclaimed, “One of the great modern comedies hands down! Standout performances all around. I laughed so hard I almost came to tears! Watch it with as many people as possible; the laughs only get better with a bigger crew!”
Another user, just half an hour into the film, declared, “30 minutes in and it might just be the funniest movie of the year for me. Deep Cover is comedy gold.”
Echoing this joy, another viewer stumbled upon the film while perusing Amazon Prime, exclaiming their surprise at not having seen it promoted more widely. They praised the on-screen chemistry of Howard, Bloom, and Mohammed, stating, “Dynamic trio, laugh-out-loud set pieces – one of the best comedies I’ve seen this year.”
Orlando Bloom’s performance drew particular praise as one viewer noted, “Suspenseful and downright hilarious. Orlando Bloom is at his best in this film. He had me laughing harder than I have in some time. The reactions of these innocent normal civilians trying to navigate a gang environment will keep you entertained.”
Deep Cover is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video now.