A Glean movie guide
Laugh-Out-Loud Love Stories
Rom-coms that actually bring the funny.
The perfect balance of genuine romance and top-tier comedic timing.
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The movie list
- 01
When Harry Met Sally...
The definitive blueprint for witty, dialogue-driven romantic comedy.
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 sharp, cynical, and surprisingly sweet spin on the time-loop genre.
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
Bridesmaids
A high-energy riot that balances gross-out gags with a heartfelt look at friendship.
Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she’ll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you’ll go for someone you love.
- 04
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
A hilarious tropical getaway filled with awkward encounters and brilliant character comedy.
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
Rye Lane
A vibrant and visually inventive "walk and talk" that crackles with modern wit.
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.
- 06
The Big Sick
A deeply personal and smart comedy that finds big laughs in complicated family dynamics.
Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.
- 07
Groundhog Day
A masterclass in situational humor and the ultimate redemption-through-romance story.
A cynical TV weatherman, along with his idealistic producer and his sardonic cameraman, is sent to report on Groundhog Day in the small town of Punxsutawney, where he finds himself repeating the same day over and over.
- 08
Clueless
A razor-sharp satire of 90s teen life that remains endlessly quotable and charming.
Shallow, rich and socially successful Cher is at the top of her Beverly Hills high school's pecking scale. Seeing herself as a matchmaker, Cher first coaxes two teachers into dating each other. Emboldened by her success, she decides to give hopelessly klutzy new student Tai a makeover. When Tai becomes more popular than she is, Cher realizes that her disapproving ex-stepbrother was right about how misguided she was -- and falls for him.
- 09
Always Be My Maybe
A delightful friends-to-lovers story powered by Ali Wong and Randall Park’s comedic chemistry.
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.
- 10
Moonstruck
An eccentric and operatic family comedy that celebrates the beautiful chaos of falling in love.
37-year-old Italian-American widow Loretta Castorini believes she is unlucky in love, and so accepts a marriage proposal from her boyfriend Johnny, even though she doesn't love him. When she meets his estranged younger brother Ronny, an emotional and passionate man, she finds herself drawn to him. She tries to resist, but Ronny, who blames his brother for the loss of his hand, has no scruples about aggressively pursuing her while Johnny is out of the country. As Loretta falls for Ronny, she learns that she's not the only one in her family with a secret romance.
- 11
Fire Island
A clever, modern update on Jane Austen that trades ballrooms for high-stakes party culture.
A group of queer best friends gather in the Fire Island Pines for their annual week of love and laughter. However, desires, dramas, drink and drugs push their bonds to the limits.
- 12
The Proposal
A classic "fake relationship" romp that thrives on the physical comedy of its two 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.