20 Best Romance TV Shows on Netflix 2026
Discover 20 Netflix romance series, from Outer Banks and Outlander to darker dramas and reality hits, with fresh updates and something for every mood.
If you want series that mix sparks, tension, and a little escapism, this roundup brings together some of the strongest love stories streaming right now. From the coastal drama of Outer Banks and the time-bending pull of Outlander to the family and career entanglements in Nashville and My Life with the Walter Boys, these picks cover romance with plenty of action, crime, mystery, and drama on the side. You’ll also find sharper, darker options like Interview with the Vampire and Spartacus, plus reality-based relationship TV such as Married at First Sight and newer additions like The Four Seasons. With 20 titles on the page, there’s enough variety here to match almost any mood.
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Outer Banks
action · crime · drama · mystery · romance · thriller
A tight-knit group of teens unearths a long-buried secret, setting off a chain of illicit events that takes them on an adventure they'll never forget.
Directed by Jonas Pate, Valerie Weiss, Darnell Martin, Gonzalo Amat, Cherie NowlanCast Chase Stokes, Madelyn Cline, Madison Bailey, J.D., Drew StarkeyNetflix -
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Interview with the Vampire
drama · fantasy · horror · romance
A century-old vampire from New Orleans reunites with an ailing journalist to recount his life of bloodlust and his tumultuous relationship with the rakish Frenchman who turned him.
Directed by Levan Akin, Keith Powell, Alan Taylor, Emma Freeman, Craig ZiskCast Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid, Assad Zaman, Eric Bogosian, Delainey HaylesNetflixAMC+ -
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Outlander
adventure · drama · fantasy · romance
The story of Claire Randall, a married combat nurse from 1945 who is mysteriously swept back in time to 1743, where she is immediately thrown into an unknown world where her life is threatened. When she is forced to marry Jamie, a chivalrous and romantic young Scottish warrior, a passionate affair is ignited that tears Claire's heart between two vastly different men in two irreconcilable lives.
Directed by Metin Hüseyin, Jamie Payne, Stephen Woolfenden, Anna Foerster, Brian KellyCast Caitríona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton, Richard Rankin, John BellNetflixStarz -
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All the Truth in My Lies
drama · romance
Coco and Marín, two best friends who have been living together for years. They are about to embark on a caravan trip with their entire gang to celebrate their friend Blanca's bachelorette party, but what should be an adventure celebrating friendship turns into a ticking time bomb as the secrets hidden among them gradually begin to unravel.
Directed by María Togores, Marina PérezCast Brays Efe, Daniel Ibáñez, Clara Sans, Ricardo Gómez, Lucía de la FuenteNetflix -
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Nashville
drama · music · romance
Rayna Jaymes and Juliette Barnes face personal and professional challenges as they navigate their paths as artists and individuals. Surrounding them, and often complicating their lives, are their family, friends and, in some cases, lovers, as well as the up-and-coming performers and songwriters trying to get ahead in the business.
Directed by Callie Khouri, Stephen Cragg, Michael Lohmann, Mike Listo, Paul McCraneCast Hayden Panettiere, Clare Bowen, Charles Esten, Jonathan Jackson, Sam PalladioNetflix -
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The Early Spring
drama · romance
New to Beijing, Shang Zhitao crosses paths with Luan Nian, a true creative genius. Bold and open-hearted, she grows stronger step by step and gradually breaks through the defenses around Luan's guarded heart. Drawn to each other, they find themselves caught in an intense, on-again, off-again relationship in the urban jungle. To love is to summon all your courage and leave no regrets, to heal each other, and to grow together. But when love and her career pull her in different directions, she puts her career first. When she has come into her own and he has learned to soften his sharp edges, they finally stand as equals, ready to write a new ending together...
Directed by Chi-Cheng ChiangCast Boran Jing, Qian Sun, Xiaobei Liu, Tianqing Qi, Yezi ZhangNetflix -
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Sex Education
comedy · drama · romance
Inexperienced Otis channels his sex therapist mom when he teams up with rebellious Maeve to set up an underground sex therapy clinic at school.
Directed by Ben Taylor, Kate Herron, Runyararo Mapfumo, Dominic Leclerc, Alyssa McClellandCast Asa Butterfield, Gillian Anderson, Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey, Connor SwindellsNetflix -
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Married at First Sight
reality-tv · romance
A reality show that follows singles yearning for a life-long partnership as they agree to a provocative proposal: getting legally married to a stranger the moment they first meet.
Directed by Charlie Mysak, Michael Fitzpatrick Lawrence Jr., Nick Petrie, Robin TrumpCast Carolyn Wesley, Razor Rizzotti, Lee Hodge, Matt Toto, Iris CaldwellNetflixAmazon Prime VideoHuluPeacock Premium -
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Grey's Anatomy
drama · romance
Follows the personal and professional lives of a group of doctors at Seattle’s Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
Directed by Kevin McKidd, Debbie Allen, Rob Corn, Chandra Wilson, Allison Liddi-BrownCast Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Justin ChambersNetflixHuluDisney Plus -
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The Four Seasons
comedy · romance
The decades-long friendship between three married couples is tested when one divorces, complicating their tradition of quarterly weekend getaways.
Directed by Shari Springer Berman, Lang Fisher, Robert Pulcini, Colman Domingo, Jeff RichmondCast Tina Fey, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney, Marco Calvani, Erika HenningsenNetflix -
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Teen Wolf
action · drama · fantasy · romance · thriller
Scott McCall, a high school student living in the town of Beacon Hills has his life drastically changed when he's bitten by a werewolf, becoming one himself. He must henceforth learn to balance his problematic new identity with his day-to-day teenage life. The following characters are instrumental to his struggle: Stiles, his best friend; Allison, his love interest who comes from a family of werewolf hunters; and Derek, a mysterious werewolf with a dark past. Throughout the series, he strives to keep his loved ones safe while maintaining normal relationships with them.
Directed by Russell Mulcahy, Tim Andrew, Jennifer Lynch, Toby Wilkins, Christian TaylorCast Tyler Posey, Holland Roden, Dylan O'Brien, Linden Ashby, JR BourneNetflixAmazon Prime VideoFreevee -
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Badly in Love
reality-tv · romance
In Japan's first dating show for rebellious yankiis, 11 singles butt heads, forge bonds and live together for 14 days as they go all out to find the one.
Cast Crystal Lee, Yuuki Yamagiwa, David Cui Cui, Francesca Calo, Josh HanNetflix -
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Spartacus
action · adventure · biography · drama · romance
The life of Spartacus, the gladiator who led a rebellion against the Romans.
Directed by Jesse Warn, Michael Hurst, Rick Jacobson, Mark Beesley, T.J. ScottCast Manu Bennett, Daniel Feuerriegel, Peter Mensah, Lucy Lawless, Nick E. TarabayNetflixStarz -
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Ransom Canyon
drama · romance · western
Passions run deep in a small Texas town, as three ranching dynasties fight for their land, their legacies and the people they love.
Directed by Michael Offer, Amanda Marsalis, David McWhirter, Meera Menon, Melanie MayronCast Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, Garrett Wareing, Marianly Tejada, Jack SchumacherNetflix -
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Vikings
action · adventure · drama · history · romance · war
The adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok, the greatest hero of his age. The series tells the sagas of Ragnar's band of Viking brothers and his family, as he rises to become King of the Viking tribes. As well as being a fearless warrior, Ragnar embodies the Norse traditions of devotion to the gods. Legend has it that he was a direct descendant of Odin, the god of war and warriors.
Directed by Ciaran Donnelly, Ken Girotti, Steve Saint Leger, Jeff Woolnough, Helen ShaverCast Katheryn Winnick, Gustaf Skarsgård, Alexander Ludwig, Georgia Hirst, Alex Høgh AndersenNetflix -
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11.22.63
drama · mystery · romance · sci-fi · thriller
An English teacher travels back in time to prevent the Kennedy assassination, but discovers he is attached to the life he has made in a bygone era.
Directed by James Strong, Frederick E.O. Toye, John David Coles, James Franco, James KentCast James Franco, Sarah Gadon, George MacKay, Chris Cooper, Cherry JonesNetflix -
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My Life with the Walter Boys
drama · romance
When a tragedy disrupts her life, a teen moves in with her guardian's big family in a small town and learns new lessons about love, hope and friendship.
Directed by Jason Priestley, Monika Mitchell, Jerry Ciccoritti, Audrey Cummings, Winnifred JongCast Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde, Ashby Gentry, Sarah Rafferty, Marc BlucasNetflix -
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Bridgerton
drama · romance
Wealth, lust, and betrayal set in the backdrop of Regency era England, seen through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family.
Directed by Tom Verica, Tricia Brock, Sheree Folkson, Alrick Riley, Julie Anne RobinsonCast Claudia Jessie, Adjoa Andoh, Nicola Coughlan, Ruth Gemmell, Florence HuntNetflix -
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Little House on the Prairie
drama · family · romance · western
Follow Laura Ingalls, a young pioneer girl who comes-of-age during America's westward expansion, and her family as they travel across the country in search of a new life.
Directed by Kat Candler, Sydney Freeland, Julie Anne Robinson, Sarah Adina Smith, Erica TremblayCast Luke Bracey, Crosby Fitzgerald, Alice Halsey, Skywalker Hughes, Kowen CadorathNetflix -
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The Apothecary Diaries
animation · drama · history · mystery · romance
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
Directed by Norihiro Naganuma, Akinori Fudesaka, Jun Ôwada, Wataru Nakagawa, Akira KoremotoCast Aoi Yûki, Emi Lo, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi, Kaiji TangNetflixHulu
Wrapping Up
Whether you want slow-burn chemistry, high-stakes drama, or a messy relationship binge, this list makes it easy to find something worth queueing up. The mix of genres means you can jump from heartfelt to suspenseful without running out of options. Bookmark this page and check back when you need a fresh pick, because it’s updated regularly as new titles land on Netflix and old favorites move around. If you’re building your watchlist, this is a reliable place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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