Whether you are looking forward to the most romantic week of the year, Valentine’s week, or just want to celebrate your love and spend some quality time with your partner by watching a movie, we have a list of romantic movies that will definitely get you in the feels and help you set the mood for your date night. So, gear up with a big bucket of caramel popcorn and trust this collection of our favorite romantic movies with happy endings.
Before Trilogy
What’s more romantic than meeting a complete stranger in the streets of France and spending an entire night with them, walking across French streets, talking about your life and dreams, only to bid them goodbye the next morning and then meeting again years later on the exact date and exact place? If that sounds good to you then you should absolutely watch this Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy starrer romance that has garnered kind of a cult following in the years after its release. Known as one of the best romantic movies ever made, this one will make you rethink your definition of love. An additional treat is the beautiful Paris cinematography.
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Love Actually
If you’re looking for an anthology of stories woven together, this film is perfect for you. It consists of nine love stories happening during the weeks leading up to Christmas- with every story being related to the other in some way. The film is refreshing, funny, sweet, and has many times the romance that a normal rom-com has. Additionally, it also has a great cast and is one of the most iconic Christmas films of the 21st century.
To All the Boys I Have Loved Before
Based on the novel ‘To All the Boys I Have Loved Before,’ the movie explores the teenage relationship angle. The film is a joy from start to finish which will let you relive a time when who liked you was the most important thing in the world. Good thing, the film is without any of the trauma high school entails. If you’re looking for something a little more grown-up-ish, the film also has two wonderful sequels that explore their love story as they grow up and move to different cities.
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About Time
A love story with time travel can change your mind about life. A young man learns he can travel back in time through the family. He goes back to the night when he met his love, An American Girl, and starts a relationship. The film explores time travel from a romantic perspective and does a pretty good job of it.
Anyone But You
Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell’s romance in this one will certainly go down as a classic. If fake dating is your favorite trope then tune in right away. Their chemistry on screen is absolutely electric. The film is feel-good and fresh and we guarantee you, that will leave you giggling and smiling afterward.
Portrait Of A Lady On Fire
If you’re into new romantic movies, this one will keep you glued to your seat. A forbidden romance between an Aristocrat and a painter in late 18th century France forms the plot for this one. The film won Best Screenplay at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival. This is a must-see romance that will leave you breathless.
Call Me By Your Name
This LGBTQ film unfolds the drama between a teenage boy and an older student in 1983. Filled with beautiful cinematography and Andrew Aciman’s brilliant writing, this one is certainly a must-watch. The film was Timothee Chalamet’s big break in the industry who gained recognition after his Oscar-nominated role in the film.
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The Notebook
One of the greatest romantic films of the 21st century, The Notebook explores a beautiful love story that is spun across years, even as the two lovers separate and live different lives. Ryan Gosling’s Noah and Rachel McAdams’ Allie will certainly give you a taste of what young love feels like and how it feels to grow in love.
Pride and Prejudice
The original enemies-to-lovers trope love story, and also one of the best love stories written, Pride and Prejudice is the perfect pick if you’re looking for a slow-burn old-school love story. Apart from the romance, the film also explores themes of feminism, social class, and sexism. If you’re looking for a deep conversation post-film – this one is the one.
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