20 Best Romance Movies on Paramount Plus 2026
Find 20 romantic picks on Paramount Plus, from Titanic and You’ve Got Mail to Steel Magnolias, Good Will Hunting, and newer favorites.
Searching for the best romance movies on Paramount Plus can feel like a date-night puzzle, especially when you want more than one mood in the mix. This 20-title roundup brings together tearjerkers, witty favorites, and bigger crowd-pleasers, from Steel Magnolias and You’ve Got Mail to Titanic and The Bodyguard. You’ll also find softer, more reflective picks like Good Will Hunting, Forrest Gump, and Queen of the Desert, plus newer additions such as Roofman for viewers who want something fresh. Because the selection spans comedy, drama, romance, adventure, and biography, it works whether you want something light, emotional, or a little epic.
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Tuner
crime · drama · music & musical · mystery & thriller · romance
A gifted piano tuner's meticulous skills for tuning pianos lead him to discover an unexpected aptitude for cracking safes, turning his life upside down.
Directed by Daniel RoherCast Leo Woodall, Dustin Hoffman, Alisen Richmond-Peck, Ellyn Jameson, Tim BlairParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Good Will Hunting
Won 2 Oscars Best Supporting Actor (1998) · 9 nominations
drama · romance
Headstrong yet aimless, Will Hunting has a genius-level IQ but chooses to work as a janitor at MIT. When he secretly solves highly difficult graduate-level math problems, his talents are discovered by Professor Gerald Lambeau, who decides to help the misguided youth reach his potential. When Will is arrested for attacking a police officer, Professor Lambeau makes a deal to get leniency for him if he gets court-ordered therapy. Eventually, therapist Dr. Sean Maguire helps Will confront the demons that are holding him back.
Directed by Gus Van SantCast Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Stellan Skarsgård, John Mighton, Rachel MajorowskiApple TV PlusParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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You've Got Mail
comedy · drama · romance
Book superstore magnate Joe Fox and independent book shop owner Kathleen Kelly fall in love in the anonymity of the Internet—both blissfully unaware that he's trying to put her out of business.
Directed by Nora EphronCast Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Greg Kinnear, Parker Posey, Jean StapletonParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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When Harry Met Sally...
1 Oscar nomination Best Original Screenplay (1990)
comedy · drama · romance
Sex always gets in the way of friendships between men and women. At least, that's what Harry Burns believes. So when Harry meets Sally Albright and a deep friendship blossoms between them, Harry's determined not to let his attraction to Sally destroy it. But when a night of weakness ends in a morning of panic, can the pair avoid succumbing to Harry's fears by remaining friends and admitting they just might be the perfect match for each other?
Directed by Rob ReinerCast Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher, Bruno Kirby, Steven FordParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Roofman
comedy · drama · crime · history · music & musical · romance
A former Army Ranger and struggling father turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname 'Roofman'. After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in.
Directed by Derek CianfranceCast Channing Tatum, Tony Revolori, Kirana Kuic, Gabriella Cila, Alissa Marie PearsonAmazon Prime VideoParamount PlusMore details on IMDb →
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Forrest Gump
Won 6 Oscars Best Picture (1995) · 13 nominations
drama · romance
A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in each case, far exceeding what anyone imagined he could do. But despite all he has achieved, his one true love eludes him.
Directed by Robert ZemeckisCast Tom Hanks, Rebecca Williams, Sally Field, Michael Conner Humphreys, Harold G. HerthumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Titanic
Won 11 Oscars Best Picture (1998) · 14 nominations
drama · romance
101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards the ship with her mother and fiancé. Meanwhile, Jack Dawson and Fabrizio De Rossi win third-class tickets aboard the ship. Rose tells the whole story from Titanic's departure through to its death—on its first and last voyage—on April 15, 1912.
Directed by James CameronCast Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates, Frances FisherParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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A Knight's Tale
action & adventure · drama · romance
William Thatcher, a knight's peasant apprentice, gets a chance at glory when the knight dies suddenly mid-tournament. Posing as a knight himself, William won't stop until he's crowned tournament champion—assuming matters of the heart don't get in the way.
Directed by Brian HelgelandCast Heath Ledger, Rufus Sewell, Shannyn Sossamon, Paul Bettany, Laura FraserParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
comedy · romance
It's the battle of wills, as Andie needs to prove she can dump a guy in 10 days, whereas Ben needs to prove he can win a girl in 10 days. Now, the clock is ticking—and the wildly entertaining comedy smash is off and running in this irresistible tale of sex, lies and outrageous romantic fireworks!
Directed by Donald PetrieCast Kate Hudson, Matthew McConaughey, Kathryn Hahn, Annie Parisse, Adam GoldbergStarzParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Basic Instinct
2 Oscar nominations
drama · mystery & thriller · romance
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
Directed by Paul VerhoevenCast Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, George Dzundza, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Denis ArndtParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Vanilla Sky
1 Oscar nomination
fantasy · mystery · romance · sci-fi · thriller
David Aames has it all: wealth, good looks and gorgeous women on his arm. But just as he begins falling for the warmhearted Sofia, his face is horribly disfigured in a car accident. That's just the beginning of his troubles as the lines between illusion and reality, between life and death, are blurred.
Directed by Cameron CroweCast Tom Cruise, Penélope Cruz, Cameron Diaz, Kurt Russell, Jason LeePeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Challengers
comedy · drama · romance · sport
Tennis player turned coach Tashi has taken her husband, Art, and transformed him into a world-famous Major champion. To jolt him out of his recent losing streak, she signs him up for a "Challenger" event — close to the lowest level of pro tournament — where he finds himself standing across the net from his former best friend and Tashi's former boyfriend.
Directed by Luca GuadagninoCast Mike Faist, Josh O'Connor, Zendaya, Darnell Appling, Bryan DooParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Regretting You
drama · romance
Morgan Grant and her daughter Clara explore what's left behind after a devastating accident reveals a shocking betrayal and forces them to confront family secrets, redefine love, and rediscover each other.
Directed by Josh BooneCast Allison Williams, Mckenna Grace, Dave Franco, Mason Thames, Scott EastwoodAmazon Prime VideoParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Lost City
action · adventure · comedy · romance
Reclusive author Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on tour promoting her new book with Alan, Loretta gets kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire who hopes she can lead him to the ancient city's lost treasure that featured in her latest story. Alan, determined to prove he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, sets off to rescue her.
Directed by Aaron Nee, Adam NeeCast Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum, Daniel Radcliffe, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Brad PittNetflixParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Marie Antoinette
Won 1 Oscar
biography · drama · history · romance
The retelling of France’s iconic but ill-fated queen, Marie Antoinette - from her betrothal and marriage to Louis XVI at fifteen to her reign as queen at nineteen and ultimately the fall of Versailles.
Directed by Sofia CoppolaCast Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman, Steve Coogan, Judy Davis, Clara BrajtmanNetflixParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Risky Business
comedy · crime · drama · romance
Meet Joel Goodson, an industrious, college-bound 17-year-old and a responsible, trustworthy son. However, when his parents go away and leave him home alone in the wealthy Chicago suburbs with the Porsche at his disposal he quickly decides he has been good for too long and it is time to enjoy himself. After an unfortunate incident with the Porsche Joel must raise some cash, in a risky way.
Directed by Paul BrickmanCast Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantoliano, Richard Masur, Bronson PinchotParamount PlusMaxMore details on IMDb → -
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Rock of Ages
comedy · drama · music & musical · romance
A small town girl and a city boy meet on the Sunset Strip, while pursuing their Hollywood dreams.
Directed by Adam ShankmanCast Julianne Hough, Dakota Sage Grant, Matt Sullivan, Diego Boneta, Russell BrandParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Bodyguard
2 Oscar nominations
drama · music & musical · mystery & thriller · romance
A former Secret Service agent grudgingly takes an assignment to protect a pop idol who's threatened by a crazed fan. At first, the safety-obsessed bodyguard and the self-indulgent diva totally clash. But before long, all that tension sparks fireworks of another sort, and the love-averse tough guy is torn between duty and romance.
Directed by Mick JacksonCast Kevin Costner, Whitney Houston, Gary Kemp, Bill Cobbs, Ralph WaiteParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Stardust
adventure · fantasy · romance
In a countryside town bordering on a magical land, a young man makes a promise to his beloved that he'll retrieve a fallen star by venturing into the magical realm. His journey takes him into a world beyond his wildest dreams and reveals his true identity.
Directed by Matthew VaughnCast Ian McKellen, Bimbo Hart, Alastair MacIntosh, David Kelly, Ben BarnesParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Big Night
drama · romance
Primo and Secondo, two immigrant brothers, pin their hopes on a banquet honoring Louis Prima to save their struggling restaurant.
Directed by Campbell Scott, Stanley TucciCast Marc Anthony, Tony Shalhoub, Stanley Tucci, Larry Block, Caroline AaronParamount PlusMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
If you want a dependable place to start your next movie night, this guide gives you a mix of timeless favorites and newer choices with real romantic pull. Whether you lean toward heartfelt drama, easygoing comedy, or sweeping love stories, there’s something here that fits the mood. Bookmark this page and check back when you need a fresh pick, because the list is updated regularly to reflect what’s available now. With 20 titles to choose from, it stays useful without making the decision harder.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
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Do I need a Paramount Plus subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Paramount Plus. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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