Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but let’s be honest—romantic comedies aren’t just for February 14th. Whether you’re in the mood for some heart-fluttering romance, laugh-out-loud awkward moments, or just an excuse to eat popcorn while watching two people fall in love against all odds, Rom-Coms are the answer.
As a guy who fully embraces a good Rom-Com (yes, even the cheesy ones), I’ve put together a list of the best romantic comedies you can stream right now. And yes, this includes the iconic 1996 version of Romeo + Juliet because young Leo deserves a spot on every list.
So grab your snacks, cue up your streaming service, and let’s dive into some of the greatest Rom-Coms of all time!
Classic Rom-Coms That Never Get Old
(The ones that set the gold standard for all others)
- When Harry Met Sally (Max, Prime Video)
- Pretty Woman (Disney+, Hulu)
- Sleepless in Seattle (Netflix, Prime Video)
- Notting Hill (Netflix, Peacock)
- Four Weddings and a Funeral (Max)
- My Best Friend’s Wedding (Netflix, Hulu)
- You’ve Got Mail (Max, Prime Video)
- Runaway Bride (Paramount+)
- The Wedding Singer (Netflix, Hulu)
Rom-Coms from the 90s & Early 2000s (aka Peak Rom-Com Era)
(When every movie had an iconic soundtrack and a dreamy lead actor)
- Romeo + Juliet (1996) (Hulu, Starz)
- 10 Things I Hate About You (Disney+, Hulu)
- How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (Paramount+, Prime Video)
- Never Been Kissed (Disney+, Hulu)
- She’s All That (Netflix)
- Legally Blonde (Max, Prime Video)
- Love Actually (Peacock, Netflix)
- Two Weeks Notice (Max, Prime Video)
- 13 Going on 30 (Hulu, Netflix)
- Bridget Jones’s Diary (Netflix, Max)
Modern Rom-Coms That Deserve More Love
(Because yes, they’re still making Rom-Coms and some are actually great!)
- Crazy Rich Asians (Max, Netflix)
- To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (Netflix)
- The Proposal (Disney+, Hulu)
- Set It Up (Netflix)
- Always Be My Maybe (Netflix)
- Palm Springs (Hulu)
- Love, Simon (Hulu, Disney+)
- The Half of It (Netflix)
- Isn’t It Romantic (Max, Prime Video)
Underrated Rom-Coms You May Have Missed
(Hidden gems that deserve a spot in your watchlist)
- About Time (Netflix)
- Begin Again (Prime Video, Apple TV)
- The Spectacular Now (Max, Prime Video)
- The Big Sick (Prime Video)
- Someone Great (Netflix)
- Your Place or Mine (Netflix)
- Long Shot (Prime Video)
- What If (Max, Prime Video)
Teen Rom-Coms That Are Just Fun to Watch
(Because sometimes, you need a little high school romance chaos)
- Clueless (Paramount+, Prime Video)
- Easy A (Netflix, Hulu)
- The Kissing Booth (Netflix)
- John Tucker Must Die (Hulu, Disney+)
- She’s the Man (Prime Video, Paramount+)
- A Cinderella Story (Netflix, Max)
- Can’t Hardly Wait (Prime Video, Paramount+)
Rom-Coms with a Twist
(These break the mold but still deliver the romance and laughs)
- Warm Bodies (Hulu, Max) – A zombie rom-com. Yes, really.
- Enchanted (Disney+) – A fairytale meets real life.
- The Princess Bride (Disney+, Hulu) – Romance, sword fights, and comedy gold.
- Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (Netflix, Prime Video) – A graphic novel-inspired love story with epic battles.
- Kate & Leopold (Max, Prime Video) – Time travel plus romance? Sign me up.
- 500 Days of Summer (Max, Prime Video) – Not your typical love story, but still iconic.
So Many Movies, So Little Time
There you have it—more than 50 Rom-Coms that you can stream anytime, not just on Valentine’s Day. Because love stories are great year-round, and let’s be real, we all need a good laugh and a feel-good romance now and then.
So what’s your go-to Rom-Com? Did I miss any favorites? Let me know, and I’ll add them to my ever-growing watchlist!
