20 Best Romance Movies on Netflix 2026
Find 20 moving, funny, and unusual Netflix love stories, from Steel Magnolias and About Time to Biutiful, Hamnet, and True Romance.
If you’re searching for a great date-night queue, this roundup of 20 Netflix picks brings together heartfelt drama, sweet romance, sharp comedy, and a few genre-bending surprises. You’ll find modern favorites like About Time and The Art of Racing in the Rain alongside older standouts such as Steel Magnolias and True Romance, plus more offbeat choices like Somewhere and All Good Things. There’s also room for emotionally rich international storytelling with Biutiful, and even a newer addition to watch for with Hamnet. Whether you want something tender, tragic, funny, or a little fantastical, these films make it easy to match the mood. It’s a varied lineup built for viewers who want more than a basic love story.
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Steel Magnolias
comedy · drama · romance
A young beautician, newly arrived in a small Louisiana town, finds work at the local salon, where a small group of women share a close bond of friendship and welcome her into the fold.
Directed by Herbert RossCast Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Olympia DukakisNetflix -
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About Time
comedy · drama · fantasy · romance · sci-fi
The night after another unsatisfactory New Year's party, Tim's father reveals to him that the men in their family have the ability to travel through time. They can't change history, but they can change what happens and has happened in their own lives. Thus begins the start of a lesson in learning to appreciate life itself as it is, as it comes, and most importantly, the people living alongside us.
Directed by Richard CurtisCast Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams, Bill Nighy, Lydia Wilson, Lindsay DuncanNetflix -
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Hamnet
biography · drama · history · romance
The powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.
Directed by Chloé ZhaoCast Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Zac Wishart, James Lintern, Joe AlwynNetflix -
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True Romance
crime · drama · romance · thriller
Clarence marries hooker Alabama, steals cocaine from her pimp, and tries to sell it in Hollywood, while the owners of the coke try to reclaim it.
Directed by Tony ScottCast Christian Slater, Patricia Arquette, Dennis Hopper, Val Kilmer, Gary OldmanNetflix -
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Sleepless in Seattle
comedy · drama · romance
After the death of his mother, a young boy calls a radio station in an attempt to set his father up on a date. Across the country, an engaged woman becomes convinced that they belong together, despite their never having met. Will their paths collide despite the odds?
Directed by Nora EphronCast Tom Hanks, Ross Malinger, Rita Wilson, Victor Garber, Tom Riis FarrellNetflix -
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Voicemails for Isabelle
comedy · drama · romance
A young woman's hilariously confessional voicemails to her late sister are unknowingly redirected to a stranger, who begins to fall in love from afar.
Directed by Leah McKendrickCast Zoey Deutch, Nick Robinson, Harry Shum Jr., Leah McKendrick, Ciara BravoNetflix -
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Wicked: For Good
drama · family · fantasy · musical · romance
Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. The second of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical.
Directed by Jon M. ChuCast Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan BaileyNetflix -
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Somewhere
comedy · drama · romance
After withdrawing to the Chateau Marmont, a passionless Hollywood actor reexamines his life when his eleven-year-old daughter surprises him with a visit.
Directed by Sofia CoppolaCast Stephen Dorff, Chris Pontius, Erin Wasson, Alexandra Williams, Nathalie FayNetflix -
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Office Romance
comedy · romance
Jackie, President and CEO of Air Cruz, runs a tight ship in her business, including a rigid anti-fraternization policy for all her employees, which is severely tested when a sexy new lawyer begins working for her.
Directed by Ol ParkerCast Jennifer Lopez, Brett Goldstein, Betty Gilpin, Edward James Olmos, Bradley WhitfordNetflix -
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Agora
adventure · biography · drama · history · romance
A historical drama set in Roman Egypt, concerning philosopher Hypatia of Alexandria and her relationship with her slave Davus, who is torn between his love for her and the possibility of gaining his freedom by joining the rising tide of Christianity.
Directed by Alejandro AmenábarCast Rachel Weisz, Max Minghella, Oscar Isaac, Ashraf Barhom, Michael LonsdaleNetflixAmazon Prime Video -
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Cinderella Man
biography · drama · romance · sport
The true story of boxer Jim Braddock who, following his retirement in the 1930s, makes a surprise comeback in order to lift his family out of poverty.
Directed by Ron HowardCast Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, Paul Giamatti, Craig Bierko, Paddy ConsidineNetflix -
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Knocked Up
comedy · romance
A slacker and a career-driven woman accidentally conceive a child after a one-night stand. As they try to make the relationship work, they must navigate the challenges of parenthood and their differences in lifestyle and maturity.
Directed by Judd ApatowCast Seth Rogen, Katherine Heigl, Paul Rudd, Leslie Mann, Jason SegelNetflix -
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Always
fantasy · drama · romance · made in europe
The spirit of a recently deceased expert pilot mentors a newer pilot while watching him fall in love with the girlfriend that he left behind.
Directed by Steven SpielbergCast Richard Dreyfuss, Holly Hunter, Brad Johnson, John Goodman, Audrey HepburnNetflix -
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Blue Moon
biography · comedy · drama · history · music · romance
On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical, “Oklahoma!”
Directed by Richard LinklaterCast Ethan Hawke, Bobby Cannavale, Andrew Scott, Margaret Qualley, Patrick KennedyNetflix -
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Biutiful
drama · romance
This is a story of a man in free fall. On the road to redemption, darkness lights his way. Connected with the afterlife, Uxbal is a tragic hero and father of two who's sensing the danger of death. He struggles with a tainted reality and a fate that works against him in order to forgive, for love, and forever.
Directed by Alejandro G. IñárrituCast Javier Bardem, Maricel Álvarez, Hanaa Bouchaib, Guillermo Estrella, Eduard FernándezNetflix -
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Clueless
comedy · romance
Shallow, rich and socially successful Cher is at the top of her Beverly Hills high school's pecking scale. Seeing herself as a matchmaker, Cher first coaxes two teachers into dating each other. Emboldened by her success, she decides to give hopelessly klutzy new student Tai a makeover. When Tai becomes more popular than she is, Cher realizes that her disapproving ex-stepbrother was right about how misguided she was -- and falls for him.
Directed by Amy HeckerlingCast Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, Paul Rudd, Donald FaisonNetflixParamount Plus -
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365 Days
drama · romance
A woman falls victim to a dominant mafia boss, who imprisons her and gives her one year to fall in love with him.
Directed by Barbara Bialowas, Tomasz MandesCast Anna-Maria Sieklucka, Michele Morrone, Bronislaw Wroclawski, Otar Saralidze, Magdalena LamparskaNetflix -
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All Good Things
crime · drama · mystery · romance · thriller
Newly-discovered facts, court records and speculation are used to elaborate the true love story and murder mystery of the most notorious unsolved murder case in New York history.
Directed by Andrew JareckiCast Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Dunst, Frank Langella, Lily Rabe, Philip Baker HallNetflixAmazon Prime Video -
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She's the One
comedy · drama · romance
Mickey, a free-spirited New York cabbie, and Francis, a materialistic Wall Street stockbroker, are extremely competitive and confused about women as a result of their father's influence. They disagree on everything, but they have one thing in common: Mickey's ex-fiance Heather is Francis's secret love. Although both brothers are already married, Heather triggers their longtime sibling rivalry.
Directed by Edward BurnsCast John Mahoney, Edward Burns, Michael McGlone, Maxine Bahns, Jennifer AnistonNetflix -
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High Fidelity
comedy · drama · music · romance
After his long-time girlfriend dumps him, a thirty-year-old record store owner seeks to understand why he is unlucky in love while recounting his "top five breakups of all time".
Directed by Stephen FrearsCast John Cusack, Iben Hjejle, Todd Louiso, Jack Black, Lisa BonetNetflix
Wrapping Up
This list is meant to help you find a movie that fits the night, whether you want laughter, heartbreak, or something quietly hopeful. From Steel Magnolias to About Time, and from Biutiful to True Romance, these picks show how broad a love story can be. Bookmark this page so you can come back whenever you need a fresh watchlist, and check in often as the selection is updated regularly. With 20 titles to choose from, there’s always another film worth adding to your queue.
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Do I need a Netflix subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Netflix. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026