At the height of his career, Dane Cook was not just selling out arenas; he was redefining what a stand-up comedian could be. Then the person he trusted most stole millions of dollars.
Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story, directed by Brett Harvey, arrives on Netflix in the US on Friday. In the UK it is available to rent or buy.
It is a story about comedy, but the betrayal at its centre is no joke.
Movie at a Glance
- Where to watch: Netflix (US) from Friday 6 November 2026; rent or buy in the UK
- Director: Brett Harvey
- Featuring: Dane Cook
- Runtime: 119 minutes
- Genre: Documentary
Viewer Match
- Best for: Stand-up fans and anyone who remembers Cook’s heyday.
- Maybe skip if: You were never a fan of his comedy.
- Mood and pace: Candid, painful and absorbing.
- Cinema or streaming? Streaming is the natural home.
- Spoiler level: Spoiler-free.
Fame and Family
The film is strongest on the family story, and on what it means to be betrayed by someone so close. Cook is candid, and the material is often painful.
It also captures the scale of his success in the 2000s.
A Fan’s View
The few reviews so far have been positive. It is not especially critical of Cook himself, and it leans on his perspective, but it is absorbing.
Comedy fans will find plenty here.
Where to Watch
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Spoiler-Free Verdict
Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story is a candid, absorbing documentary about fame and betrayal, told largely from Cook’s side.
- Performances: 7.5/10
- Direction: 7/10
- Screenplay: 7/10
- Score: 6.5/10
- Cinematography: 6.5/10
- Entertainment Value: 7.5/10
- Overall score: 7/10
Star rating: 3.5/5
Verdict badge: One for Fans
One-line verdict: A gripping showbiz story of success and betrayal.
Watch the Official Trailer
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