The Best Recent Romantic Comedy Shows & Movies
When couples get together to watch a movie, they could steer towards a guy flick and stick to comedy, but they could also veer into romance to keep the ladies interested. Fortunately, there's a genre for both and it's the romantic comedy. Rom-coms have been a staple in filmmaking and television for years with some of the very best helping to establish some of Hollywood's elite celebrities. Where would Julia Roberts be today had she not starred in Pretty Woman?
It's not just the women who take center stage in the genre either. Actors like John Cusack tend to find themselves in the realm of romantic comedy more often than not. Does Say Anything... ring a bell? Sure, many of the top rom-com films are classics like The Princess Bride and When Harry Met Sally (some of which you'll find below), but the more recent romantic comedies definitely don't disappoint. Movies like Knocked Up and Forgetting Sarah Marshall are both must sees, not to mention Just Friends. Similarly on the small screen, there are also plenty of good romantic comedy series to choose from—including new shows and older favorites. TV shows like Friends, Cheers, and New Girl offer a hilarious mix of both comedy and romance between characters audiences easily fall in love with.
Which romantic comedy movies and shows deserve the top spots on this list? Help decide by giving your favorites a thumbs up and voting others down accordingly. If there are any new romantic comedies you think should be on the list, be sure to add them.
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After going through a bad breakup, a woman in her late 20s moves in with three single guys.Is this heart warming and hilarious?- Photo:
- To All the Boys I've Loved Before
In To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Lara Jean Song Covey (Lana Condor) is an introverted high school girl who writes secret love letters to her crushes, never intending for them to see the light of day. But when these letters mysteriously get mailed out, her peaceful life spirals into a whirlwind of romantic complications. Notably caught in this maelstrom is Peter Kavinsky (Noah Centineo), a popular jock with whom she forms an unexpected bond. This teen romantic-comedy, based on Jenny Han's bestselling novel, interweaves themes of adolescence, friendship, and first love, providing a fresh take on the genre.Is this heart warming and hilarious?- Photo:
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In the cleverly comedic film Easy A, Emma Stone stars as Olive Penderghast, a high school student who finds herself tangled in a web of rumors and half-truths. After a small lie about losing her virginity gets out, she sees her life paralleling Hester Prynne's from The Scarlet Letter, which she is studying in school -- until she decides to use the rumor mill to advance her social and financial standing. Penn Badgley, Amanda Bynes, and Thomas Haden Church co-star in this engaging tale that takes a humorous look at the serious subject of reputation and the rapid spread of gossip in a digital era.Is this heart warming and hilarious?- Photo:
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A man learns that he can resurrect people simply by touching them.Is this heart warming and hilarious?- Photo:
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The romantic comedy-drama About Time is a captivating exploration of love, life, and time travel. The protagonist Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson) learns on his 21st birthday that he can time travel, a secret passed down through the men in his family. He uses this ability to win over Mary (Rachel McAdams), the woman of his dreams. However, as Tim navigates the complexities of life with this extraordinary gift, he soon realizes that even time travel cannot protect him from the ups and downs of life. Directed by Richard Curtis, About Time is a heartwarming tale about making every moment count.Is this heart warming and hilarious?- Photo:
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In the romantic comedy, Crazy Rich Asians, Rachel Chu (Constance Wu), a New York-based economics professor, is thrust into an opulent world when she accompanies her long-time boyfriend, Nick Young (Henry Golding), to his best friend's wedding in Singapore. Unbeknownst to Rachel, Nick hails from one of Asia's wealthiest families. Rachel finds herself navigating a minefield of wealth and tradition while contending with Nick's formidable mother, Eleanor (Michelle Yeoh). Directed by Jon M. Chu, this film offers a lavish view of Asian upper-class society and its intricate dynamics. This movie was nominated for two Golden Globe awards in 2019.Is this heart warming and hilarious?
