Seth Rogen has remained relevant in Hollywood since the start of his career, going from raunchy side-character comedy films to laugh-out-loud bangers as the lead. Rogen’s signature laugh is not one that’s forgettable, as he tokes substances in projects that he’s a part of and also spearheads.

Rogen remains loyal to the people he works with, often working with them repeatedly in projects that he stars in or even helms. The Rogen flavour of comedy keeps a section of Hollywood alive with brutal honesty and sarcasm, often parodying sensitive subjects with his natural social faux pas comedy.

Here are 8 of the funniest movies and shows that Rogan has been a part of in more than two decades of Hollywood.

8. The Disaster Artist (2017)

The Disaster Artist | Credit: A24

The Disaster Artist, directed by and starring James Franco as legendary Tommy Wiseau, sees Seth Rogen as the tightrope between mockery and empathy. The film adapts Tommy Wiseau’s chronicle of making his debut feature, turning the project into a meta-comedy about bad filmmaking. Here are key details of the film.

CategoryDescriptionTitleThe Disaster ArtistDirectorJames FrancoWriterScott Neustadter, Michael H. Weber, based on the book by Greg Sestero and Tom BissellStudioNew Line Cinema, A24, Point Grey Pictures, Good Universe, RabbitBandini ProductionsCastJames Franco, Dave Franco, Ari Graynor, Seth Rogen, Alison Brie, Josh Hutcherson, Jacki Weaver, Zac Efron, Paul Scheer, Jason MantzoukasRelease dateDecember 1, 2017 (United States – Limited release) December 8, 2017 (Wide release in the US)SettingPrimarily Los Angeles, CaliforniaIMDb score7.3/10Rotten Tomatoes score90%Where to stream (US)Available via Cinemax Amazon Channel and Cinemax Apple TV Channel

Seth Rogen plays Sandy Schklair, the horrified script supervisor/assistant director who is trying to maintain logic and professionalism on a film set going off the rails. Rogen acts as the only one who is sane, questioning everything about the script’s bizarre story with hilarity.

7. Platonic (2023–)

Platonic is the story of two powerful leads, Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne‘s dynamic as platonic friends going through chaos amid a midlife crisis. The two have undeniable comedic chemistry, with the focus of this Apple TV+ show being more character-driven than large-scale sets. Here are the key details of the show.

CategoryDescriptionTitlePlatonicShowrunnerNick Stoller, Francesca DelbancoStudioSony Pictures Television, Stollar Global Solutions, Point Grey PicturesCastRose Byrne, Seth Rogen, Luke Macfarlane, Tre Hale, Andrew Lopez, Carla GalloSeasons2 (including renewed/ongoing)Episodes21+ total (across current seasons)Release dateMay 24, 2023 (Series premiere)SettingLos Angeles, CaliforniaIMDb score7.2/10Rotten Tomatoes score96%Where to stream (US)Apple TV+

The writing of Platonic is witty, honest, and above all, a testament to Seth Rogen’s undeniable charm as a comedian. There are cringe-worthy scenes, laugh-out-loud moments, and also softer moments of intimacy. Rogen plays a 40s-something man-child like he was born for it (is he playing himself?).

6. Knocked Up (2007)

Knocked Up | Credit: Apatow Productions

Knocked Up is a golden comedy from the 2000s era of Hollywood that redefined Seth Rogen’s image from being another person in a Judd Apatow ensemble to a lead character. Playing a stoner, he knocks up a TV reporter (Katherine Heigl) and carries the romcom story going forward. Here are key details of the film.

CategoryDescriptionTitleKnocked UpDirectorJudd ApatowWriterJudd ApatowStudioUniversal Pictures, Apatow ProductionsCastSeth Rogen, Katherine Heigl, Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, Jonah Hill, Jason Segel, Jay Baruchel, Martin Starr, Charlyne YiRelease dateJune 1, 2007 (United States)SettingLos Angeles, CaliforniaIMDb score6.9/10Rotten Tomatoes score90%Where to stream (US)Available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home

Seth Rogen’s performance as Ben Stone is as funny as he is empathetic: a trait he would later come to be known for in his projects. He still has his fair share of crass humour with the ensemble in a house full of weed smoke, delivering quote-worthy lines that feel very real.

5. Superbad (2007)

Superbad | Credit: Apatow Productions

One of Seth Rogen’s breakout roles was as a cop and co-writer on Superbad. Starring alongside Bill Hader, the buddy cops meet “McLovin,” a high-school kid who is trying to get alcohol for a party. The sidequest of this film has some of the best comedic scenes in history, as the irresponsible cops take McLovin on a journey across town. Here are key details of the film.

CategoryDescriptionTitleSuperbadDirectorGreg MottolaWriterSeth Rogen, Evan GoldbergStudioColumbia Pictures, Apatow ProductionsCastJonah Hill, Michael Cera, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Emma Stone, Seth Rogen, Bill Hader, Martha MacIsaac, Aviva BaumannRelease dateAugust 17, 2007 (United States)SettingSuburban American high school and surrounding neighborhoodsIMDb score7.6/10Rotten Tomatoes score88%Where to stream (US)Hulu

Superbad is often cited on lists of the best comedies from the 2000s, with almost every scene guaranteed to make you burst out laughing. Capturing the awkward teen experience of booze and trying to get laid, Rogen co-wrote a fantastic film while also delivering a deadpan performance as things descend into anarchic comedy.

4. Neighbors (2014)

Neighbors is one of those comedies that is not often talked about but remains a gem in Seth Rogen’s filmography alongside Rose Byrne and Zac Efron. The couple, Rogen and Byrne, navigate parenthood as a fraternity opens next door with a surprisingly strong comedic performance from Zac Efron. Here are key details of the film.

CategoryDescriptionTitleNeighborsDirectorNicholas StollerWriterAndrew J. Cohen, Brendan O’BrienStudioUniversal Pictures, Good Universe, Point Grey PicturesCastSeth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Zac Efron, Dave Franco, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Ike Barinholtz, Carla Gallo, Lisa Kudrow, Jerrod Carmichael, Hannibal BuressRelease dateMay 9, 2014 (United States)SettingSuburban neighborhood near a college campusIMDb score6.3/10Rotten Tomatoes score72%Where to stream (US)Available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, YouTube, and Fandango At Home

The writing in this movie is honest and funny, with scenes that will make you cringe, laugh, and also show you the raw side of being adults. The rewatch value on this film is very high, as you watch the battle between the frats and the parents escalate into madness.

3. Pineapple Express (2008)

Pineapple Express | Credit: Apatow Productions

If you’ve not seen Pineapple Express, I’m sure you’ve at least come across the gold-standard for stoner comedies. Seth Rogen and James Franco go ham in this high-concept adventure. Here are key details of the film.

CategoryDescriptionTitlePineapple ExpressDirectorDavid Gordon GreenWriterSeth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, story by Judd Apatow, Seth Rogen and Evan GoldbergStudioColumbia Pictures, Relativity Media, Apatow ProductionsCastSeth Rogen, James Franco, Danny McBride, Gary Cole, Rosie Perez, Kevin Corrigan, Craig Robinson, Amber Heard, Bill HaderRelease dateAugust 6, 2008 (United States)SettingPrimarily Los Angeles, CaliforniaIMDb score6.9/10Rotten Tomatoes score68%Where to stream (US)Streaming on Netflix; also available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store; availability can change with licensing windows

This film orchestrates a melody between paranoia, violence, and comedy expertly, under Evan Goldberg’s direction. Every stoner across the world has ranked it high on their list of must-watches for a fun time involving iconic sequences that are trippy and chaotic.

2. This Is the End (2013)

This Is The End | Credit: Columbia Pictures

I’m sure it’s evident by now that Seth Rogen delves into small-scale projects as much as he does high-concept ones. This Is the End is the best example of taking a strong ensemble of Rogen, James Franco, Jonah Hill, Jay Baruchel, Craig Robinson, and Danny McBride trapped in an apocalyptic scenario in Hollywood. Here are key details of the movie.

CategoryDescriptionTitleThis Is the EndDirectorSeth Rogen, Evan GoldbergWriterSeth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, based on the short film “Jay and Seth Versus the Apocalypse” by Jason Stone, Seth Rogen and Evan GoldbergStudioColumbia Pictures, Mandate Pictures, Point Grey PicturesCastJames Franco, Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel, Danny McBride, Craig Robinson, Emma Watson, Michael Cera, Rihanna, Aziz Ansari, Mindy Kaling, Paul Rudd, Channing TatumRelease dateJune 12, 2013 (United States)SettingLos Angeles, CaliforniaIMDb score6.6/10Rotten Tomatoes score82%Where to stream (US)Netflix

With signature Seth Rogen awkward/cringe/faux pas comedy, this movie was embraced as one of the best of the year it came out. There’s gnarly horror imagery associated with gags and a stream of cameos by celebrities. The movie is meta, slapstick, and a self-parody at the same time.

1. The Studio (2025–)

The Studio swept the Emmys with its first season, giving audiences a peek into Hollywood while being a culmination of Seth Rogen’s comedy experience. Rogen plays the newly-appointed studio chief and brings a large-scale fruition of Hollywood exposé to life in the funniest ways possible. Here are key details of the show.

CategoryDescriptionTitleThe StudioShowrunnerSeth Rogen, Evan GoldbergStudioLionsgate Television, Perfectly Pleasant ProductionsCastSeth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Kathryn Hahn, Janelle James, Nick Kroll, Alia Shawkat, Randall Park, Ken Jeong, Natasha LyonneSeasons1 (renewed for a second season)Episodes10 (season 1)Release dateMarch 26, 2025 (United States)SettingA major Hollywood film studio in Los AngelesIMDb score8.1/10Rotten Tomatoes score92%Where to stream (US)Apple TV+

Each episode is thematic in its own way, written and directed tightly as a mockery of Hollywood, with some of Hollywood’s best appearing as cameos in every episode, often parodying themselves. The Studio proves Rogen’s style of comedy has matured, going from laid-back roles to heightened chaos.

Here is a summary of all the movies and shows discussed.

RankMovie/ShowPremiseWhere to Stream (US)8The Disaster ArtistBehind‑the‑scenes story of how cult flop The Room was made and the odd friendship behind it.Cinemax add‑ons7PlatonicFormer best friends in their 40s reignite a dangerously co‑dependent friendship.Apple TV+6Knocked UpOne‑night stand between a slacker and a TV personality leads to an unplanned pregnancy.Digital rental/purchase on major stores (e.g., Amazon, Apple TV)5SuperbadTwo high‑school friends scramble to get booze and social clout before graduation.Hulu4NeighborsNew parents wage a prank war against the hard‑partying frat that moves in next door.Digital rental/purchase on major stores (e.g., Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango At Home)3Pineapple ExpressA process server and his weed dealer go on the run after witnessing a murder.Netflix2This Is the EndCelebrities play themselves, trapped in a house as the apocalypse hits Los Angeles.Netflix1The StudioHollywood satire about a newly promoted studio head juggling executives, filmmakers and chaotic productions.Apple TV+

Seth Rogen has captured Hollywood’s attention and is peaking in his career right now, with deals all over the place. We can see him doing this over and over again, knowing he’ll never run out of ideas, and even if he did, we’d still come back watching

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