All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. No matter your relationship status, the best romantic movies provoke a rollercoaster of emotions, almost as if you're the one falling madly in love, losing the love of your life, or both in the span of roughly 90 minutes.
At least, those are the ones you can watch over and over again, even when they hit a little too close to home. You can see the rest of our picks for the best romantic movies, below. PS: Of course, not all love movies are winners. See our list of romantic comedies that probably never should have been made. This rom-com sci-fi hybrid starring Andy Samberg and Cristin Milliotti struck a nerve when it dropped on Hulu during the peak of lockdown, when time felt like it was taken away from us and every day bled into the other.
The philosophical film is uproariously funny, smart, and well-performed, and it sets itself apart from the traditional rom-com, offering hope for a creative future in the often repetitive genre. Available to stream on Hulu. The new setting offers a fresh perspective, with layered commentary on sexuality, race, and the gay community itself all while showcasing a predictable but classic Mr.
DarcyโElizabeth Bennett style courtship. Zoey Deutch and Glenn Powell lead this equally raunchy and romantic Netflix movie that documents a classic love-hate relationship. Overworked by their bosses played by Lucy Liu and Taye Diggs , Harper and Charlie attempt to set them up romantically to improve their work-life balance. The film, which came out in , marked a return to rom-coms in modern cinema and launched successful careers for its leads.
It also notably includes an appearance from one Pete Davidson. Available to stream on Netflix. Elizabeth Banks stars in Walk of Shame , a romantic comedy about a woman who has to maneuver her way across the city to an interview for her dream job following a one-night stand.
