A Glean movie guide
Date Night Hits: All Smiles, No Tears
Purely feel-good favorites.
Engaging, lighthearted movies perfect for a shared watch without the emotional heavy lifting.
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The movie list
- 01
When Harry Met Sally...
The gold standard for witty, relatable conversations about love and friendship.
Sex always gets in the way of friendships between men and women. At least, that's what Harry Burns believes. So when Harry meets Sally Albright and a deep friendship blossoms between them, Harry's determined not to let his attraction to Sally destroy it. But when a night of weakness ends in a morning of panic, can the pair avoid succumbing to Harry's fears by remaining friends and admitting they just might be the perfect match for each other?
- 02
Palm Springs
A clever, high-concept comedy that explores relationship dynamics through a fun time-loop premise.
When carefree Nyles and reluctant maid of honor Sarah have a chance encounter at a Palm Springs wedding, things get complicated when they find themselves unable to escape the venue, themselves, or each other.
- 03
Chef
A vibrant, low-conflict journey centered on food, family, and finding your passion.
When Chef Carl Casper suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner, he is left to figure out what's next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife, his friend and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love.
- 04
Game Night
A fast-paced mystery that turns a suburban evening into a hilarious, high-stakes adventure.
Max and Annie's weekly game night gets kicked up a notch when Max's brother Brooks arranges a murder mystery party -- complete with fake thugs and federal agents. So when Brooks gets kidnapped, it's all supposed to be part of the game. As the competitors set out to solve the case, they start to learn that neither the game nor Brooks are what they seem to be. The friends soon find themselves in over their heads as each twist leads to another unexpected turn over the course of one chaotic night.
- 05
Knives Out
A sharp and stylish whodunit that is as much fun to solve as it is to watch.
When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan's dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan's untimely death.
- 06
The Intern
A gentle and heartwarming story about an unexpected friendship that is entirely stress-free.
70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin.
- 07
Ocean's Eleven
A cool, star-studded heist film that balances smooth style with effortless charm.
Less than 24 hours into his parole, charismatic thief Danny Ocean is already rolling out his next plan: In one night, Danny's hand-picked crew of specialists will attempt to steal more than $150 million from three Las Vegas casinos. But to score the cash, Danny risks his chances of reconciling with ex-wife, Tess.
- 08
The Proposal
A classic enemies-to-lovers comedy powered by the undeniable chemistry of its leads.
When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.
- 09
Crazy Rich Asians
A visually spectacular celebration of romance and family set against a stunning Singapore backdrop.
An American-born Chinese economics professor accompanies her boyfriend to Singapore for his best friend's wedding, only to get thrust into the lives of Asia's rich and famous.
- 10
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
An explosive mix of action and comedy that puts a literal spin on marital conflict.
A husband and wife struggle to keep their marriage alive until they realize they are both secretly working as assassins. Now, their respective assignments require them to kill each other.
- 11
Anyone But You
A breezy, modern romantic comedy that delivers scenic views and a guaranteed happy ending.
After an amazing first date, Bea and Ben’s fiery attraction turns ice cold — until they find themselves unexpectedly reunited at a destination wedding in Australia. So they do what any two mature adults would do: pretend to be a couple.
- 12
Midnight in Paris
A whimsical and nostalgic trip through time that feels like a warm, intellectual hug.
While on a trip to Paris with his fiancée's family, a nostalgic screenwriter finds himself mysteriously going back to the 1920s every day at midnight.