A Glean movie guide
Date Night Laughs
Curated for couples.
The best romantic comedies for a lighthearted and charming movie night together.
Handpicked for this guide
The movie list
- 01
When Harry Met Sally...
The definitive exploration of whether friendship and romance can truly coexist, filled with iconic observational humor.
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, fast-paced time-loop comedy that puts a fresh and cynical spin on wedding-season romance.
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
Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Intersecting stories of heartbreak and rediscovery featuring sharp wit and a stellar ensemble cast.
Cal Weaver is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily. Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer, a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.
- 04
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
A hilarious look at moving on, set against the backdrop of a disastrous Hawaiian vacation and an eccentric cast.
When actress Sarah Marshall dumps aspiring musician Peter Bretter for rock star Aldous Snow, Peter's world comes crashing down. His best friend Brian suggests that Peter should get away from everything and to fly off to Hawaii to escape all his problems. After arriving in Hawaii and meeting the beautiful receptionist Rachel Jansen, Peter is shocked to see not only Aldous in Hawaii, but also Sarah.
- 05
Notting Hill
A charming, quintessential British comedy about the unlikely spark between a bookshop owner and a global superstar.
London bookstore owner William Thacker's quiet life turns upside down when a chance encounter with famous actress Anna Scott sparks an unlikely romance challenged by their vastly different worlds.
- 06
The Proposal
High-stakes office politics turn into a delightful battle of wits in this classic enemies-to-lovers tale.
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.
- 07
Always Be My Maybe
Childhood sweethearts navigate the awkwardness of reconnecting as adults in this sharp and relatable modern comedy.
Reunited after 15 years, famous chef Sasha and hometown musician Marcus feel the old sparks of attraction, but struggle to adapt to each other's worlds.
- 08
Crazy Rich Asians
A vibrant and funny spectacle that balances family drama with a grand, romantic heart and stunning visuals.
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.
- 09
Rye Lane
A visually stunning and witty walk-and-talk romance that captures the electric spark of a chance encounter.
Two twenty-somethings, both reeling from bad break-ups, connect over the course of an eventful day in South London – helping each other deal with their nightmare exes, and potentially restoring their faith in romance.
- 10
Anyone But You
A high-energy revival of the fake-dating trope filled with destination-wedding chaos and constant banter.
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.
- 11
Game Night
A refreshing take on the genre featuring a supportive married couple caught in a wild, high-stakes comedic mystery.
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.
- 12
10 Things I Hate About You
A nostalgic and intelligent high school classic that remains one of the genre's wittiest and most charming scripts.
On the first day at his new school, Cameron instantly falls for Bianca, the gorgeous girl of his dreams. The only problem is that Bianca is forbidden to date until her ill-tempered, completely un-dateable older sister Kat goes out, too. In an attempt to solve his problem, Cameron singles out the only guy who could possibly be a match for Kat: a mysterious bad boy with a nasty reputation of his own.