Directed by Aziz Ansari, Good Fortune is a sharp, modern comedy that blends philosophical questions with everyday chaos, asking a deceptively simple question: what actually makes a good life?

The story follows Gabriel (Keanu Reeves), a well-meaning but wildly unqualified guardian angel who decides to “help” a struggling gig worker (Aziz Ansari) by swapping his life with that of his wealthy employer (Seth Rogen). What starts as divine intervention quickly spirals into a hilarious and uncomfortable reality check about money, happiness, and entitlement.

Keanu Reeves is surprisingly perfect here. His deadpan delivery and gentle awkwardness make Gabriel both funny and oddly sincere, while Aziz Ansari grounds the film with his familiar mix of frustration, vulnerability, and sharp observational humor. Seth Rogen leans fully into the absurdity, playing privilege with just enough self-awareness to keep the character from becoming one-note.

What really elevates Good Fortune is its balance. The film never forgets it’s a comedy, but it also doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable truths about class, ambition, and how easily people assume money fixes everything. The laughs come naturally, often from character choices rather than punchlines, which gives the movie a relaxed but confident rhythm.

The supporting cast—especially Keke Palmer and Sandra Oh—add energy and perspective, helping the story feel fuller and more human. While the film occasionally feels a bit safe with its conclusions, the journey getting there is entertaining, thoughtful, and refreshingly honest.

Good Fortune is a smart comedy that plays it a little too safe. It wants to critique wealth and happiness without fully committing to the discomfort that comes with those ideas. The laughs land, the performances shine, but the film never quite goes for the jugular. Entertaining? Absolutely.