A Glean movie guide
Rom-Coms for the Ultimate Group Watch
Laughs guaranteed, romance optional.
High-energy hits and hilarious ensembles perfect for your next movie night with friends.
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The movie list
- 01
Bridesmaids
A chaotic and hilarious ensemble comedy that perfectly captures the messy side of friendship and weddings.
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.
- 02
Palm Springs
A sharp, fast-paced time-loop comedy that brings a cynical and modern edge to the romantic 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
Anyone But You
This high-energy "enemies-to-lovers" romp features a stunning destination setting and undeniable lead chemistry.
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.
- 04
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
A tropical breakup comedy packed with slapstick humor and a legendary supporting cast of comedic heavyweights.
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
Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Interweaving romantic mishaps and a famous ensemble cast lead to a crowd-pleasing twist you'll want to see together.
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.
- 06
Easy A
A fast-paced and highly quotable high school comedy driven by a brilliant, breakout comedic performance.
Olive, an average high school student, sees her below-the-radar existence turn around overnight once she decides to use the school's gossip grapevine to advance her social standing. Now her classmates are turning against her and the school board is becoming concerned, including her favorite teacher and the distracted guidance counselor. With the support of her hilariously idiosyncratic parents and a little help from a long-time crush, Olive attempts to take on her notorious new identity and crush the rumor mill once and for all.
- 07
Fire Island
A witty and modern update on a classic romance that places the "found family" dynamic front and center.
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.
- 08
10 Things I Hate About You
A nostalgic, sharp-tongued favorite filled with iconic musical moments and timeless high school charm.
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.
- 09
The Proposal
Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock deliver top-tier physical comedy in this classic fake-relationship scenario.
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.
- 10
Set It Up
This breezy, lighthearted workplace comedy captures the frantic energy of New York City with effortless charm.
Two overworked and underpaid assistants come up with a plan to get their bosses off their backs by setting them up with each other.
- 11
Bottoms
An absurdist and satirical high school comedy that trades traditional tropes for high-energy, chaotic laughs.
Unpopular best friends PJ and Josie start a high school self-defense club to meet girls and lose their virginity. They soon find themselves in over their heads when the most popular students start beating each other up in the name of self-defense.
- 12
Friends with Benefits
Fast-paced banter and meta-commentary make this a relatable pick for any group navigating modern dating.
Dylan is done with relationships. Jamie decides to stop buying into the Hollywood clichés of true love. When the two become friends they decide to try something new and take advantage of their mutual attraction - but without any emotional attachment.