16 Best Romance Movies on Apple TV Plus 2026
Find 16 standout Apple TV Plus romance picks, from Her and Mamma Mia! to The Dink and Eternity, plus comedies, dramas, and more.
If you are hunting for the best romance movies on Apple TV Plus, this roundup makes it easy to find something sweet, funny, or a little bittersweet. We have pulled together 16 picks that mix modern love stories, sharp comedies, and thoughtful dramas, including Her, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Mamma Mia!, Easy A, and A Beautiful Mind. You will also find newer choices like The Dink and Eternity, plus genre-bending stories such as The Gorge that add a fresh twist to the usual date-night lineup. Whether you want something light and playful or something more emotional, these films cover romance through comedy, sport, science-fiction, and drama. Start here when you want a movie that feels like it was chosen just for your mood.
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The Dink
comedy · romance · sport
Desperate to save a struggling country club and earn his father's respect, a washed-up tennis pro is compelled to break a sacred vow and do the unthinkable: play pickleball.
Directed by Josh GreenbaumCast Jake Johnson, River Beier, Ed Harris, Robert Rebetsky, Boone NelsonApple TV Plus -
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Mamma Mia!
comedy · musical · romance
A spirited young bride-to-be living with her single mother on a small Greek island secretly invites three of her mother's ex-boyfriends in hope of finding her biological father to walk her down the aisle.
Directed by Phyllida LloydCast Amanda Seyfried, Stellan Skarsgård, Pierce Brosnan, Nancy Baldwin, Colin FirthApple TV Plus -
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Eternity
comedy · drama · fantasy · romance
In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.
Directed by David FreyneCast Barry Primus, Betty Buckley, Darryl Scheelar, Danny Mac, Damon Scott JohnsonApple TV Plus -
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Her
drama · romance · science-fiction
In the not so distant future, Theodore, a lonely writer, purchases a newly developed operating system designed to meet the user's every need. To Theodore's surprise, a romantic relationship develops between him and his operating system. This unconventional love story blends science fiction and romance in a sweet tale that explores the nature of love and the ways that technology isolates and connects us all.
Directed by Spike JonzeCast Joaquin Phoenix, Lynn Adrianna Freedman, Lisa Renee Pitts, Gabe Gomez, Chris PrattApple TV Plus -
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The Gorge
action · adventure · horror · romance · sci-fi
Two highly trained operatives grow close from a distance after being sent to guard opposite sides of a mysterious gorge. When an evil below emerges, they must work together to survive what lies within.
Directed by Scott DerricksonCast Miles Teller, Anya Taylor-Joy, Sigourney Weaver, Sope Dirisu, William HoustonApple TV Plus -
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Forgetting Sarah Marshall
comedy · drama · romance
When actress Sarah Marshall dumps aspiring musician Peter Bretter for rock star Aldous Snow, Peter's world comes crashing down. His best friend Brian suggests that Peter should get away from everything and to fly off to Hawaii to escape all his problems. After arriving in Hawaii and meeting the beautiful receptionist Rachel Jansen, Peter is shocked to see not only Aldous in Hawaii, but also Sarah.
Directed by Nicholas StollerCast Jason Segel, Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis, Russell Brand, Bill HaderApple TV Plus -
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Easy A
comedy · drama · romance
Olive, an average high school student, sees her below-the-radar existence turn around overnight once she decides to use the school's gossip grapevine to advance her social standing. Now her classmates are turning against her and the school board is becoming concerned, including her favorite teacher and the distracted guidance counselor. With the support of her hilariously idiosyncratic parents and a little help from a long-time crush, Olive attempts to take on her notorious new identity and crush the rumor mill once and for all.
Directed by Will GluckCast Emma Stone, Penn Badgley, Amanda Bynes, Dan Byrd, Thomas Haden ChurchApple TV Plus -
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A Beautiful Mind
drama · romance
From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experiences it all. As a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, he made a groundbreaking discovery early in his career and stands on the brink of international acclaim. But as the handsome and arrogant Nash accepts secret work in cryptography, he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. His life takes a nightmarish turn and he soon finds himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.
Directed by Ron HowardCast Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Plummer, Paul BettanyApple TV Plus -
09
Swan Song
drama · romance · sci-fi · thriller
In the near future, Cameron Turner is diagnosed with a terminal illness. Presented with an experimental solution to shield his wife and son from grief, he grapples with altering their fate in this thought-provoking exploration of love, loss, and sacrifice.
Directed by Benjamin ClearyCast Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris, Awkwafina, Glenn Close, Nyasha HatendiApple TV Plus -
10
Fly Me to the Moon
comedy · romance
Sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones, brought in to fix NASA's public image, wreaks havoc on Apollo 11 launch director Cole Davis' already difficult task of putting a man on the moon. When the White House deems the mission too important to fail, Jones is directed to stage a fake moon landing as backup, and the countdown truly begins.
Directed by Greg BerlantiCast Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Woody Harrelson, Ray Romano, Jim RashApple TV Plus -
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Ghosted
action · adventure · comedy · romance
Salt-of-the-earth Cole falls head over heels for enigmatic Sadie—but then makes the shocking discovery that she's a secret agent. Before they can decide on a second date, Cole and Sadie are swept away on an international adventure to save the world.
Directed by Dexter FletcherCast Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Adrien Brody, Mike Moh, Tate DonovanApple TV Plus -
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Definitely, Maybe
comedy · drama · romance · made in europe
When Will decides to tell his daughter the story of how he met her mother, he discovers that a second look at the past might also give him a second chance at the future.
Directed by Adam BrooksCast Ryan Reynolds, An Nguyen, Matthew Mason, Rick Derby, Sakina JaffreyApple TV Plus -
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On the Rocks
comedy · drama · romance
Faced with sudden doubts about her marriage, a young New York mother teams up with her larger-than-life playboy father to tail her husband.
Directed by Sofia CoppolaCast Bill Murray, Rashida Jones, Marlon Wayans, Jessica Henwick, Jenny SlateApple TV Plus -
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The Sky Is Everywhere
drama · music · romance
Lennie is a teen musical prodigy grieving the death of her sister when she finds herself caught between a new guy at school and her sister's devastated boyfriend. Through her vivid imagination and conflicted heart, Lennie navigates first love and first loss.
Directed by Josephine DeckerCast Grace Kaufman, Jacques Colimon, Cherry Jones, Jason Segel, Pico AlexanderApple TV Plus -
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Flora and Son
comedy · music · romance
Single mom Flora is at a loss about what to do with her rebellious teenage son, Max. Her efforts to keep him out of trouble lead to a beat-up acoustic guitar, a washed-up LA musician, and harmony for this frayed Dublin family.
Directed by John CarneyCast Eve Hewson, Marcella Plunkett, Paul Reid, Orén Kinlan, Don WycherleyApple TV Plus -
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Fingernails
drama · romance · sci-fi
Anna and Ryan have found true love together. It's been proven by a controversial test. There's just one problem: Anna still isn't sure. Then she meets Amir.
Directed by Christos NikouCast Jessie Buckley, Riz Ahmed, Jeremy Allen White, Luke Wilson, Christian MeerApple TV Plus
Wrapping Up
This list gives you a reliable way to sort through Apple TV Plus and find a love story that fits the night you have in mind. From broad laughs to bigger emotional swings, the mix of older favorites and newer releases makes it easy to pick something that feels right. Save this page so you can come back whenever you want a fresh recommendation, because it is updated regularly with new additions and changes. As the library grows, this guide stays useful for anyone searching for a great romantic watch without the guesswork.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
Do I need a Apple TV Plus subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Apple TV Plus. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
How are these romance movies ranked?
We rank by a combination of audience rating and current popularity, so you're seeing the romance titles people are actually watching right now, not just an old fixed list.
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Last updated: September 8, 2026