Top 10 Romantic Comedy Movies On Netflix

Top 10 Romantic Comedy Movies on Netflix

Netflix has become a treasure trove for the genre, reviving romantic comedies when they were fading from theaters and continuously adding both nostalgic classics and fresh originals to their collection. From enemies-to-lovers storylines to second-chance romances, there's something for every mood and preference.

We've curated this list of the top 10 rom-coms currently streaming on Netflix to save you endless scrolling time. These selections range from laugh-out-loud comedies to sweet, tender love stories – all guaranteed to leave you with that warm, fuzzy feeling that only the best rom-coms can deliver.

10. The Lovebirds (2020)

Jibran (Kumail Nanjiani) and Leilani (Issa Rae) are a couple on the verge of breaking up when they become unintentionally embroiled in a bizarre murder mystery.

As they race through New Orleans trying to clear their names and solve the crime, their adrenaline-fueled adventure forces them to confront the issues in their relationship – and whether they're really ready to let go.

• Director: Michael Showalter
• Stars: Issa Rae, Kumail Nanjiani
• Runtime: 87 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $16 million
• Release Date: May 22, 2020

Why Watch: A fast-paced, laugh-out-loud ride with a grounded emotional core. Perfect for fans of rom-coms with a twist.

Perfect For: When you want something with more plot twists and action than your typical romantic comedy but still need that emotional core.

9. The Holiday (2006)

Hoping to escape their complicated love lives during Christmas, two women – workaholic American Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and heartbroken British journalist Iris (Kate Winslet) – impulsively swap homes through a house exchange website.

In their new surroundings, both find unexpected romance.Amanda with Iris's charming brother Graham (Jude Law) and Iris with film composer Miles (Jack Black).

• Director: Nancy Meyers
• Stars: Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black
• Runtime: 136 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $85 million
• Release Date: December 8, 2006

Why Watch: A cozy classic with stunning homes, soul-soothing romance, and that signature Nancy Meyers glow.

Perfect For: Holiday season viewing, obviously, but it works year-round when you need comfort-food cinema with gorgeous settings.

8. Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011)

After learning his wife Emily (Julianne Moore) has been unfaithful and wants a divorce, middle-aged Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) finds himself navigating the single life after decades of marriage.

At a local bar, he meets smooth-talking player Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), who takes Cal under his wing for a total lifestyle makeover.

Meanwhile, Jacob finds himself falling for no-nonsense Hannah (Emma Stone), the one woman seemingly immune to his well-practiced charm.

• Directors: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
• Stars: Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, Emma Stone
• Runtime: 118 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $50 million
• Release Date: July 29, 2011

Why Watch: Witty and warm, this ensemble rom-com explores different types of love with surprising depth. Gosling and Stone's scenes are pure gold.

Perfect For: A sophisticated date night when you want something that delivers both belly laughs and thoughtful relationship insights.

7. Someone Great (2019)

When music journalist Jenny (Gina Rodriguez) lands her dream job across the country, her long-term boyfriend Nate (LaKeith Stanfield) breaks up with her rather than attempt long-distance.

Devastated but determined, Jenny recruits her two best friends for one last epic night out in New York City before moving to San Francisco – a night that becomes as much about self-discovery as it is about healing.

• Director: Jennifer Kaytin Robinson
• Stars: Gina Rodriguez, LaKeith Stanfield, DeWanda Wise, Brittany Snow
• Runtime: 92 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $5 million
• Release Date: April 19, 2019

Why Watch: Raw, funny, and empowering. It’s not just about finding someone great – it’s about becoming someone great.

Perfect For: Post-breakup healing, girls' night viewing, or when you need a reminder that endings can also be beginnings.

6. Anyone But You (2019)

After a promising first date that ends disastrously, Bea (Sydney Sweeney) and Ben (Glen Powell) are horrified to find themselves thrown together at a destination wedding in Australia.

Tired of everyone's concerned inquiries about their love lives, they strike a deal to fake a relationship for the weekend – only to discover that the line between pretending and feeling is thinner than they thought.

• Director: Jennifer Kaytin Robinson
• Stars: Gina Rodriguez, LaKeith Stanfield, DeWanda Wise, Brittany Snow
• Runtime: 92 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $5 million
• Release Date: April 19, 2019

Why Watch: Classic enemies-to-lovers hijinks with a tropical twist. Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney's fiery chemistry steals the show.

Perfect For: A girls' night in when you want something that delivers both laughs and swoon-worthy moments.

5. The Half of It (2020)

Shy, straight-A student Ellie Chu (Leah Lewis) agrees to help inarticulate jock Paul Munsky (Daniel Diemer) write love letters to Aster Flores (Alexxis Lemire), the girl they both secretly love.

As Ellie crafts increasingly personal messages, she finds herself falling deeper for Aster while also developing an unexpected friendship with Paul.

• Director: Alice Wu
• Stars: Leah Lewis, Daniel Diemer, Alexxis Lemire
• Runtime: 104 minutes
• Language: English
• Release Date: May 1, 2020

Why Watch: With poetic dialogue and rich emotional layers, this is one of the most heartfelt rom-coms in recent years. A story about love in all its forms.

Perfect For: A reflective movie night when you're in the mood for something that's as much about finding yourself as finding love.

4. To All the Boys I've Loved Before (2018)

Introverted high schooler Lara Jean Covey (Lana Condor) writes secret love letters to her crushes that she never intends to send.

When these private confessions mysteriously reach their recipients, her love life goes from imaginary to out of control.

To avoid confrontation with her current crush, she starts a fake relationship with past crush Peter Kavinsky (Noah Centineo) – with complications ensuing as pretend feelings develop into something real.

• Director: Susan Johnson
• Stars: Lana Condor, Noah Centineo
• Runtime: 99 minutes
• Language: English
• Release Date: August 17, 2018

Why Watch: Tender, nostalgic, and earnest, this film is a reminder of how vulnerable and exhilarating young love can be. It launched a trilogy that resonated with an entire generation.

Perfect For: A weekend afternoon when you want to remember the bittersweet intensity of first love (without actually reliving your high school years).

3. Set It Up (2018)

Overworked assistants Harper (Zoey Deutch) and Charlie (Glen Powell) hatch a scheme to make their lives easier by matchmaking their demanding bosses – sports media powerhouse Kirsten (Lucy Liu) and venture capitalist Rick (Taye Diggs).

As they orchestrate "accidental" meetings and romantic moments for their employers, Harper and Charlie discover they might have a connection of their own.

• Director: Claire Scanlon
• Stars: Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Lucy Liu, Taye Diggs
• Runtime: 105 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $13.8 million
• Release Date: June 15, 2018

Why Watch: A shining example of the modern workplace rom-com, filled with snappy dialogue and endearing performances. Glen Powell proves again why he's a rom-com star in the making.

Perfect For: A feel-good movie night when you need a reminder that love can bloom in the most unexpected workplace circumstances.

2. Always Be My Maybe (2019)

Childhood friends Sasha (Ali Wong) and Marcus (Randall Park) had an awkward teenage romance that ended badly.

Sixteen years later, they reconnect when celebrity chef Sasha returns to San Francisco to open a new restaurant.

While their lives have taken dramatically different paths, their chemistry remains undeniable – even as Keanu Reeves (playing a hilarious version of himself) complicates their reunion.

• Director: Nahnatchka Khan
• Stars: Ali Wong, Randall Park, Keanu Reeves
• Runtime: 102 minutes
• Language: English
• Cinematography: Tim Suhrstedt
• Release Date: May 31, 2019

Why Watch: With laugh-out-loud moments and real emotional stakes, this film feels both fresh and nostalgic. Keanu Reeves' cameo alone is worth the watch.

Perfect For: A night when you want something smart and contemporary that doesn't sacrifice heart for humor.

1. Hit Man (2024)

Glen Powell stars as Gary Johnson, a mild-mannered college professor who moonlights as an undercover cop posing as a hitman to catch people trying to hire killers.

When a beautiful woman named Madison (Adria Arjona) approaches him to eliminate her abusive husband, Gary finds himself breaking protocol as his fake personas and real feelings become dangerously entangled.

• Director: Richard Linklater
• Stars: Glen Powell, Adria Arjona
• Runtime: 113 minutes
• Language: English
• Budget: $8.8 million
• Release Date: June 7, 2024

Why Watch: Glen Powell oozes charisma in this genre-bending romantic comedy. The film cleverly blends noir intrigue with rom-com warmth, making it perfect for viewers who want a little danger with their romance.

Perfect For: Date night viewing when you want something with a bit more edge than your typical rom-com. The slick dialogue and surprising turns make for great post-movie conversation.