5 Netflix Romantic Comedies to Watch on Valentine's Day

5 Netflix Romantic Comedies to Watch on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is almost here. Whether you are planning to have a romantic evening, spend it with friends, or just want to spend the night on the couch, watching a movie is one of the best ways to enjoy Valentine's Day. You want to choose a romantic movie. And why not choose a film with a touch of comedy?

Netflix has the best romantic comedies online. There is something for every taste. We've selected a selection of films you won't want to miss. From Julia Roberts' iconic laugh-inducing romantic comedies, to films that are more comedy than romance, to films that show that romance can happen regardless of age, here are the best romantic comedies on Netflix right now.

Fans of the romantic comedy genre know that these films tend to lean more toward romance than comedy. However, Forgetting Sarah Marshall is a film that can actually be laugh-out-loud funny while telling a love story. Jason Segal wrote and stars as Peter Bretter, who is broken up by his girlfriend, Sarah Marshall, played by Kristen Bell. He goes on vacation in search of emotional relief, where he meets Sarah herself and her rock star new boyfriend.

Along the way, Peter finds new hope in his relationship with hotel employee Rachel Jansen, played by Mila Kunis. Paul Rudd, playing a surf instructor, looks nothing like his usual self. Also not to be missed are Bill Hader and Jonah Hill, who are funny throughout the entire film.

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The best way to turn a demanding boss around? Helping him fall in love. That's the premise of the 2018 romantic comedy "Set It Up." Harper Moore, played by Zoe Deutch, assists sports editor Kirsten Stevens, played by Lucy Liu. Meanwhile, Charlie Young, played by Glen Powell, works for venture capitalist Rick Otis, played by Taye Diggs. Harper and Rick meet again by chance while taking a late-night meal for their boss. At their next meeting, they bring their bosses together to discuss possible distractions from work. What's at stake. (Enjoy the hilariously sweet romance of "Set It Up," a perfect blend of romance and comedy.

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A timeless rom-com. Starring Julia Roberts, Dermot Mulroney, and Cameron Diaz, "My Best Friend's Wedding" stars Julian Potter (Roberts), who learns that his best friend Michael O'Neill (Mulroney) is getting married. The only problem is that they were supposed to get married. At least, they had promised to do so years ago.

Now Julianne's mission is to prevent the wedding. She meets her fiancé, Kimberly Wallace (Diaz), who is relentlessly kind and friendly to her, which makes it all the more difficult. Whether you root for or despise the character Roberts aspires to be, you are bound to enjoy this famous romantic comedy. Rupert Everett gives an unforgettable performance as George Downes, Julian's new (gay) friend and confidant.

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Romance comes in all shapes, sizes, and ages. However, few films portray the possibilities of romance past a certain age in life. The Queen Bee is a romantic comedy about the blooming romance between Helen Wilson, played by Ellen Burstyn, and Dan Simpson, played by James Caan. But their relationship is not the heart of the plot; the film is also about friends. She runs into a group of older "mean girls" who remind her of her high school days and the factions associated with them. But as time goes by, she finds what she had been missing: friendship and love.

The film has plenty of laughs to enjoy along the way. If you are blessed enough to make it to your senior years, it is wonderful to watch a film that shows the possibilities of joy and love that we all hope to find.

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Nothing says romance like a film inspired by Nicholas Sparks. Travis Shaw, played by Benjamin Walker, meets and falls in love with his neighbor, Gabby Holland, played by Teresa Palmer. Of course, things are more complicated than that because Gabby has a boyfriend named Ryan (Tom Welling). What's more, when Ryan returns from his trip, he asks her to marry him. Who will Gaby choose?

Fans of Sparks' novels and films will love this new work by the author. The setting and music enrich the romantic storyline.

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