Paul Rudd Is A Comedic Genius And You Know It

Good comedy should surprise and delight the audience. It’s about finding the unexpected and making people laugh.

Not enough people talk about the comedic genius that Paul Rudd is, so we’re gonna talk about it today.

Even though Paul Rudd hasn’t been a household name in comedy, if you know Paul Rudd, you would agree that he is seriously overlooked in the scene. He has been entertaining audiences for decades with his versatile acting skills and natural delivery timing, both on-screen and off-screen. 

Paul Rudd in ‘Anchorman’

Paul Rudd in his movie “The Anchorman” that never fails to crack us up.

And now, the Ant-Man actor is embarking on his first musical-comedy with the movie “Power Ballad”, alongside Nick Jonas. “Power Ballad” will be directed and written by Sing Street director John Carney.

Rudd will be playing a has-been wedding singer, while Jonas is playing a younger rock star. They’re nobody to each other until a song comes between them. And then, suddenly, they’re enemies.

The movie promises to be a great comical relief while having an uplifting, music-driven storyline.

Paul Rudd, A Comedic Genius

Whether it’s a clever one-liner or a hilarious physical gag, Paul has never failed to make people laugh. Throughout his career, Rudd has showcased his versatility by seamlessly transitioning between droll and dramatic roles. He believes in choosing diverse roles and genres to act in.

As an actor renowned for his humorous roles, Rudd brings a fresh and innovative approach to comedy, keeping audiences engaged and entertained.

His iconic role as Andy in the cult classic film “Wet Hot American Summer,” is just one of the proofs of his genius.

The 40-Year-Old Virgin’ and More

In the hit romantic comedy film “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” Rudd’s portrayal of the sarcastic and relatable character, David, earned him critical acclaim. 

He continued to work alongside the, “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” director, Apatow in films like “Knocked Up” and “This is 40,” further solidifying his reputation as one of the funniest actors in Hollywood.

What’s his secret to never failing to make us laugh?

Before everything else, while telling jokes, you need to be unafraid to hit a nerve. In the wise words of one Paul Rudd (who else?):

 “I think the best comedy comes from truth. If you can find something real and universal, then you’ll always hit a nerve with people.”

His secret is his natural comedic timing and delivery. He has a knack for delivering lines with just the right amount of sincerity and humor, making even the most absurd situations feel believable and entertaining. 

It’s true what they say, it’s not as much about the words when you’re telling a joke, as it is about your body language just before the act. Because a joke delivered with a straight face and at the right time would get more laughs than one delivered otherwise.

If we tell you that Paul is funnier off-screen, would you believe it? It’s the truth, he is hella funnier when he’s not acting.

If you put Steve Carell and Paul Rudd in one room, chaos would ensue, and there’s no way around it. It would just be them sitting across from each other and telling each other the funniest things on the planet with the straightest faces.

The Element of surprise 

Not only the body language, but Paul Rudd also believes in the element of surprise. He felt that comedy should evoke an element of surprise rather than being dull or predictable. His humorous performances are distinguished by his ability to uncover the unexpected.

Relatable characters

Yes, this is the most serious we’ve ever seen him.

Remember that time when you were in love with someone, and they were completely “clueless,” about it? Well, you’re not the only one, because Paul Rudd did it first when he was in love with his step-sister Cher, in the movie “Clueless.”

The key to his characters being so entertaining is because they’re always so relatable. It’s all about making your character as relatable as you can.

In an interview, he said, 

“I like playing characters that are flawed and relatable. It makes them more interesting and human.”

Paul Rudd as Ant-Man

In recent years, Paul Rudd’s career has reached new heights with his role as Scott Lang, aka Ant-Man, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He brought the perfect blend of humour and heroism to his character.
And even though he’s a literal superhero in the franchise, you still can’t help but relate to him and his everyday struggles.