Romantic comedies are the one genre no one can hate. Yet, despite their repeated use of the same tropes to narrate a slightly different story each time, they seem to be popular among people of all ages. One such trope is the fake relationship trope, which never seems to get old. From the Renaissance era, Bridgerton , to the latest releases of the modern streaming service era, the fake dating trope adds spice to every bland story.
From staging a relationship to fulfill an inheritance clause to pretending to be enchanted for an ex's wedding, fake dating movies are the way to go. While the trope is prone to receive mixed reactions from various people, the sweet promise of happily ever afters seems to win their hearts overall.
Especially for a trend that has become a staple for romantic comedies as a whole, the best versions of the fake dating trope are able to reinvent and evolve it in order to add something new to the table. High school senior Brooks Noah Centineo is excited to go to Yale, except he can't afford it. So in a mission to support his dreams, he agrees to pretend to be Celia's Laura Marano boyfriend until an idea strikes him.
He develops an app and agrees to be a plus one to other girls with a personality of their choosing. A business-minded addition to his CV and quick cash?
No way he's saying no to it. But when Celia and Brook decide to go on one last date to make their crushes jealous, they'll realize maybe their affections have found a new focus. The Perfect Date is a rom-com perfect for date night with cute yet relatable scenes.
