Keke Palmer and SZA star in the critically acclaimed comedy movieOne of Them Dayswhich is currently trending on Netflix after an impressive theatrical run. Written by Syreeta Singleton (Insecure) and directed by Lawrence Lamont (Rap Sh!t),One of Them Daysfeatures a hilarious ensemble cast, including Katt Williams, Lil Rel Howery, Maude Apatow, and more.One of Them Daysearned a 93% Rotten Tomatoes scoreafter premiering in theaters on July 03, 2025, and is now one of the most popular movies streaming on Netflix.
One of Them Daysmade box office history for Palmer, who is best known for her various movie roles, such asNopeandHustlersas well as being an Emmy-winning game show host onPassword. Viewers may recognize her co-star singer/songwriter SZA fromKendrick Lamar’s recent Super Bowl Halftime Show. She and Kendrick are set to begin their 2025 world tour later this month. Both Palmer and SZA guest-starred on HBO’s Insecure butOne of Them Daysin their first onscreen collaboration.
One Of Them Days Was The First R-Rated Female Black Comedy Released In Theaters Since 2017’s Girls Trip
Both Films Were Critical & Commercial Successes
UntilOne of Them Daysarrived in theaters earlier this year, therehadn’t been an R-rated comedy movie led by Black women released in theaters since 2017’sGirls Trip.The staggering 8-year gap betweenOne of Them DaysandGirls Tripis shocking, considering how celebrated both movies came to be.Girls Trip, written by Kenya Barris (Black-ish) and Tracy Oliver (Harlem) and directed by Malcolm D. Lee (Wu-Tang: An American Saga), earned a Certified Fresh 91% onRotten Tomatoesupon its July 2017 theatrical release.
One of Them DaysandGirls Tripare both adventure comedies that aren’t afraid to push the boundaries with their raunchy humor.Girls Triphas an incredibly stacked castled by Regina Hall, Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Tiffany Haddish.
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One of Them Days is an extremely solid comedy, with an ending that, while not too complex, has enough going on that is worth discussing in depth.
Similarly, Palmer and SZA carry the bulk of the punchlines inOne of Them Days,supported by the iconic and hilarious vibe of Katt Williams.Girls Tripearned over $140 million worldwide on a $19 million budget, whileOne of Them Dayswas still profitable, grossing nearly $50 million at the box office.
Girls Trip & One Of Them Days Both Being Box Office Successes Highlights Missed Opportunities In Hollywood
These Movies Are Enjoyable, Profitable, & Hilarious
The box office success of bothGirls TripandOne of Them Days proves that there should be more movies of its kind. There’s clearly a theatrical market for R-rated comedies led by Black women, soit’s surprising that more aren’t being made right now in Hollywood. Hopefully, the box office success ofOne of Them Days, matched with its massive popularity on Netflix, will inspire more hilarious and enjoyable movies like this to hit theaters soon.
