Laughter without borders: Just For Laughs conquers APAC

Just For Laughs Distribution arrives at ATF Singapore 2025 with its signature mission to ‘spread laughter around the world’. The company continues to expand its international reach with a vibrant mix of non-verbal comedy, stand-up specials and award-winning comedy dramas.

Alex Avon, Director of Marketing and Strategy, said: ‘Just For Laughs programming continues to be highly regarded around the world’.

At the top of the list are the long-running classics Just For Laughs Gags (now in its 26th season) and LOL Just For Laughs (12th season), both global hits known for their universal humor. The latter has recently been licensed to Teledoce in Uruguay.

The company also offers an extensive collection of stand-up comedy specials recorded at its world-famous festivals in Montreal, Quebec, Toronto and Vancouver, along with upcoming performances from the first Just For Laughs Festival in Singapore, to be held later this year.

Beyond pure comedy, the distributor presents acclaimed comedy dramas such as About Antoine, a moving family story that blends humor and emotion, and Larry, a story of redemption set in multicultural Montreal. The animation Babyatrice and the comedy 1995 round out the eclectic programming, proof that Just For Laughs continues to make people laugh in every language.

Featured Products

Just For Laughs Gags

Variety/sketch, S1-26: 26 x 30

An inspiring family dramedy about love, resilience, and finding joy in unexpected places. The series follows the daily life of a family raising a child with multiple disabilities, told with authenticity, humor, and emotional depth. Based on true events, it offers a heartfelt look at overcoming limitations while celebrating the small victories that shape family bonds.

LOL Just For Laughs Comedy

154×30 min

A unique sketch comedy series with no dialogue, featuring versatile characters placed in wildly different scenarios—inept nuclear engineers, ruthless ambulance drivers, impatient chefs, and more. Each wordless sketch builds toward absurd, unexpected outcomes, making the humor universal and instantly accessible.

About Antoine

Dramedy S1-2: 20 x 30 min.

Una historia inspiradora sobre el amor y la familia que triunfa sobre las limitaciones. Con autenticidad, sensibilidad y humor, explora la vida con un niño con múltiples discapacidades. Inspirada en hechos reales

Babyatrice

Animation Comedy 6 Seasons | 25 x 30 min.

Babyatrice is the precocious, self-appointed queen of her household. With blunt observations and boundless imagination, she rules her “castle” with confidence, chaos, and charm. This animated comedy chronicles her unfiltered view of the world, delivering humor for both kids and adults through her clever, mischievous adventures.

1995

Movie – Comedy Fiction | 119 min

Ricardo Trogi, on the verge of giving up filmmaking, enters a contest that reignites his passion and sends him on a journey of self-discovery. Through unexpected encounters and travels, he reconnects with the creative spark he thought he had lost. A witty, warm comedic film about second chances and rediscovering one’s purpose.

Larry

Dramedy series 1 Season | 10 x 60 min.

Larry, a former undercover cop disgraced by a corruption scandal, now works as a security guard at age 62 in a multicultural Montreal neighborhood. After being caught in a gang shootout that leaves his wife paralyzed, he is forced to rebuild his life. Joined by thrill-seeking former colleagues, Larry sets out to uncover who is responsible for his wife’s injuries while trying to restore his reputation and adapt to his new reality.

Just For Laughs Distribution

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Founded in 1983, Just For Laughs is a global leader in comedy. The company organizes numerous festivals, including the world’s largest comedy festival, held in Montreal. It has launched the careers of many renowned comedians and entertains millions of viewers each year through its festivals and content broadcast in more than 150 countries. Just For Laughs manages artists’ careers and produces shows, musicals, television series, and films. It is a flagship brand of the Just For Laughs Group, which since its founding in 1997 has established itself as an international leader in creating a world of entertainment. Just For Laughs was previously known as ComediHa! “Spreading laughter around the world».

Contacts

Alex Avon

Chief Revenue & Strategy Officer.

Nicolas Holst-Roy

International Sales Manager

Carlos Pacheco

Director of Monetization & OTT