
While you're likely familiar with the best shows on Netflix, the platform also boasts a vast selection of romantic movies. Whether you're in the mood for a charming rom-com with your partner, a heart-wrenching film to watch solo, or a movie filled with love quotes to replay, Netflix offers plenty of great choices.
The challenge isn't that you can't find great romantic films on Netflix—it's that you might end up wasting too much time sorting through a wide variety of romantic dramas and comedies. Thankfully, our curated list of the best romance movies on Netflix will make it easier for you to pick the perfect film for Valentine's Day (or any date night) without much hassle.
1. Someone Great

Invite your friends for a Galentine's Day movie marathon featuring this heartfelt romance that puts best friends at the heart of the story. Gina Rodriguez shares one last night out with her close friends before embarking on a cross-country move after a tough breakup.
2. Anyone But You

Although their first date seemed promising, Bea and Ben's relationship didn't last. When fate brings them both to Bea's sister's wedding, they come up with a plan to pretend to be a couple to please the other guests. This 2023 romantic comedy starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney is a delightful choice for a cozy movie night.
3. Always Be My Maybe

Starring the always-funny Ali Wong, Always Be My Maybe tells the story of a celebrity chef returning to her hometown and rekindling her bond with her childhood best friend. This is undoubtedly a rom-com—and a hilarious one at that—but the romance feels real too. It’s the ideal romantic movie whether you’re enjoying single life or in a relationship with someone who can make you laugh.
4. Lady Chatterley's Lover

This adaptation of D.H. Lawrence's provocative (and frequently banned) novel about a passionate affair between an aristocratic woman and her gamekeeper is a must-watch for lovers of costume dramas.
5. Look Both Ways

Ever wondered how life would turn out if you chose a different path? This Netflix romance explores two contrasting futures for Natalie (Lili Reinhart), as she juggles the pursuit of love and family versus chasing her career dreams.
6. Plus One

Summer is undeniably wedding season, and these two lifelong single friends find themselves attending more weddings than they expected. Join Ben and Alice as they navigate a series of weddings together, acting as each other's plus ones in this delightful rom-com.
7. Good on Paper

Comedian Iliza Schlesinger shines in this bold Netflix Original rom-com inspired by a true story from her life—where she falls for a man who seems too perfect to be real. (And her friend, fellow comedian Margaret Cho, agrees.)
8. Purple Hearts

In this Netflix film, a young woman with diabetes enters a marriage of convenience with a Marine in order to secure life-saving health insurance. (And, of course, love eventually blossoms.)
9. The Last Summer
A group of recent high school graduates explores their dreams and relationships—both familiar and new—during one last unforgettable summer before heading off to college in this Netflix movie.
10. To All the Boys I've Loved Before

One of the most heartwarming romantic films from Netflix, this teen love story—adapted from a popular young adult novel—begins with a dreamy girl's love letters. When they accidentally get sent out (something she never planned), she has to pretend to be in a relationship with an old crush to avoid attention from another boy—her sister's ex. Despite the complex setup, it's a delightful and entertaining rom-com you'll want to revisit again and again.
(And P.S.—there are two adorable sequels for the perfect binge-watch experience, too!)
11. Alex Strangelove

Alex, a high school student, is deeply in love with his girlfriend, but something feels off. This heartfelt teen film brings lots of rom-com humor, while also offering a meaningful exploration of love, sexuality, and friendship, delivering valuable insights for audiences of all ages.
12. The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society

Featuring several familiar faces from Downton Abbey, this historical drama, adapted from a beloved novel, follows a writer who journeys to a secluded island in the post-WWII years (and, of course, finds love along the way).
13. The Half of It

Premiering exclusively on Netflix in May 2020, this charming story of mistaken affection received numerous accolades at the Tribeca Film Festival. It centers on a reserved, intelligent girl hired to pen love letters for a popular jock. However, rather than connecting with him, the recipient of the letters becomes interested in the writer herself.
14. The Lovebirds

Starring Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani as a recently broken-up couple, this hilarious rom-com on Netflix is a lighthearted romp despite its murder and false accusation storyline. The pair embarks on a mission to clear their names, and if you and your partner (or friends) love sharing laughs, this is an excellent choice for date night.
15. Love, Guaranteed

Rachael Leigh Cook makes a charming return to romantic movies in this easy-going watch, where she plays a hard-working lawyer who takes on the case of a man suing a dating site for failing to help him find love. The client, played by the lovable Damon Wayans Jr., turns out to be more caring than expected, but you'll have to watch the movie to see if sparks fly.
16. Love Wedding Repeat

In this Netflix Original, Sam Claflin (known for The Hunger Games and Me Before You) and Olivia Munn (from The Newsroom and Six) play guests at Claflin's sister's wedding. Their chemistry is delightful to watch, but the true charm lies in the film’s exploration of fate, possibilities, and alternate timelines. A fun, feel-good movie set in the picturesque Italian countryside.
17. Sixteen Candles
This iconic 1980s film is available for streaming on Netflix. Sixteen Candles follows the awkward 16th birthday of a reserved high school sophomore. Her special day goes from bad to worse as she tries to navigate her feelings for the school’s heartthrob.
18. Set It Up

A charming rom-com and Netflix Original, this contemporary love story revolves around two assistants at the bottom of the corporate ladder who scheme to pair up their demanding bosses, hoping it will make their own lives easier. Of course, chaos follows as the aspiring matchmakers end up growing closer, eventually becoming more than just friends.
19. The Kissing Booth
This Netflix film tells the tale of a teenage girl whose first kiss threatens her relationship with her best friend in the name of romance. It's the perfect choice when you're in the mood for a light-hearted, feel-good rom-com. Bonus: the story continues with two more sequels, delivering even more love and laughs.
20. Holidate

Fed up with being alone during the holidays, strangers Sloane and Jackson decide to be each other's platonic plus ones for the year—covering events like Valentine's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more. Watch this lighthearted rom-com to see if their fake relationship evolves into genuine emotions.
21. Blended

After a disastrous first date, divorced mom Lauren and widowed dad Jim part ways quickly. However, destiny has other plans when they unknowingly book the same vacation package at a South African resort with their families. Forced to share activities and accommodations, these two must find a way to coexist in this uproarious comedy.
22. Maid in Manhattan

Marisa, a Bronx native, works as a maid in a luxurious Manhattan hotel. After slipping into a guest's high-end attire, she bumps into Christopher, a wealthy and handsome man running for office in New York. Can she balance her secret identity and her growing feelings for him? Watch this charming rom-com starring Jennifer Lopez and Ralph Fiennes to find out.