Super Troopers 3 (2026)

Super Troopers 3 is written and directed by Jay Chandrasekhar, who also returns as Thorny. The first two Super Troopers films were built around dumb, juvenile humor, and this third installment understands exactly what its audience is coming for. If that kind of comedy is your cup of tea, there's plenty here to enjoy. A comedy ultimately lives or dies by how consistently it generates laughs while still maintaining a coherent story, and this film manages to do both. There aren't many wasted scenes, and nearly everything introduced throughout the movie eventually comes back around, allowing the story to wrap itself up with a satisfying bow at the end.

The original Super Troopers cast is back, with Kevin Heffernan, Paul Soter, Erik Stolhanske, and Steve Lemme each getting opportunities to shine in their own way. Their chemistry remains one of the biggest strengths of the franchise, and it feels like the actors are having just as much fun making the movie as the audience is watching it. The returning cast knows exactly how to deliver this particular brand of humor, which helps the jokes land even when they're intentionally ridiculous.

The new additions to the cast are also surprisingly strong. Andrew Dismukes, known for Saturday Night Live, brings the same style of humor that he's become known for there, so his performance feels familiar without being out of place. Nat Faxon has several genuinely funny moments, but the real standout is Lisa Gilroy. She steals virtually every scene she's in and brings an energy that makes you wish the film had given her more to do. She is easily the biggest surprise among the newcomers and one of the funniest performers in the movie.

Overall, Super Troopers 3 knows exactly what kind of movie it wants to be and doesn't apologize for it. The humor is intentionally stupid, the story remains surprisingly tight, and the returning cast still has the chemistry that made the original films work. It made me laugh out loud several times, which is ultimately what I want from a comedy. It certainly isn't going to be for everyone, but if you enjoyed the first two movies, there's plenty here to enjoy. Result: B+

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