Summer is the perfect time to relax, unwind, and indulge in a good movie marathon. If you’re in the mood for lighthearted romance, laughter, and those heartwarming moments that only rom-coms can deliver, look no further. Here’s a list of feel-good rom-coms that are perfect for binge-watching during the summer months. From love at first sight to quirky meet-cutes, these films are sure to put a smile on your face.
Crazy Rich Asians
This modern rom-com is an absolute must-watch, offering a perfect blend of romance, comedy, and high-society drama. Based on the best-selling novel by Kevin Kwan, Crazy Rich Asians follows Rachel Chu, an economics professor who travels to Singapore with her boyfriend, Nick Young, only to discover that his family is one of the richest and most influential in Asia. What follows is a whirlwind of glamorous events, family drama, and a love story that will make you both laugh and swoon.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
Based on the popular YA novel by Jenny Han, To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is the sweet, irresistible story of Lara Jean Covey, a shy high schooler whose secret love letters are accidentally sent out to all her former crushes. This leads to a fake relationship with Peter Kavinsky, a charming, popular jock. But, as you’d expect in any rom-com, things quickly get complicated, and feelings start to become real.
13 Going on 30
A classic feel-good rom-com that’s bound to make you laugh and reminisce. 13 Going on 30 tells the story of Jenna Rink, a 13-year-old girl who makes a wish to be 30 and wakes up in her 30-year-old self’s body. Now an adult, Jenna navigates the world of grown-up responsibilities, relationships, and career ambitions, all while trying to rekindle her long-lost love. It’s quirky, funny, and ultimately heartwarming.
About Time
About Time is a beautifully emotional rom-com that takes a slightly different approach to the genre by blending love with a bit of time travel. The story follows Tim Lake, a young man who discovers that the men in his family have the ability to travel through time. Tim uses his power to win the heart of Mary, but he soon learns that life and love are more complicated than just rewinding time.
The Notebook
If you’re in the mood for a passionate love story that stands the test of time, The Notebook is the ultimate rom-com. Based on Nicholas Sparks’ bestselling novel, this film follows the love story of Noah and Allie, a couple who fall deeply in love but are separated by circumstances. Years later, they find themselves reunited, and the story of their enduring love unfolds through flashbacks.
La La Land
La La Land is a dazzling musical that takes a fresh twist on the rom-com genre. The film follows the passionate, whirlwind romance between an aspiring actress and a jazz musician in Los Angeles. As they pursue their dreams, the couple faces the challenges of balancing love and career ambitions. It’s a love story full of vibrant music, stunning choreography, and bittersweet moments.
Notting Hill
Sometimes, the most magical love stories are the ones that start out unexpectedly. In Notting Hill, William Thacker, a charming but unassuming London bookstore owner, meets and falls in love with Anna Scott, one of the world’s most famous movie stars. Their unlikely romance is tested by the challenges of fame, but their chemistry is undeniable.
[Contributed By Anushka Gaikwad]