These Romantic Movies Are Perfect for Date Night

Sometimes, the most romantic evenings are the ones spent at home. Dinner reservations and fancy cocktails are great, of course, but finding the energy for it all is often the last thing you actually want to do on a Friday night. That’s where date night movies come in!

Instead of searching for parking and waiting for the check, you could be at home on the couch, cuddled up to your beau, watching a familiar favorite (or future classic) on Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon Prime. Plus, it’s a COVID-friendly option for those not wanting to venture to a movie theatre just yet.

The best date night films aren’t too involved—because we know you might not actually watch most of it—and end on a light note, since bawling in the middle of your big evening isn’t exactly the right vibe. Plus, most importantly, they should be interesting enough to keep anyone’s attention, from the sappiest romantics to those that are the least sentimental.

Settling on the right movie can take almost as long as the feature itself, especially if you have multiple streaming services. In an effort to give you more time with your boo we’ve done all the work for you—this list has something on it for everyone! Whether your feeling a classic romcom (like When Harry Met Sally or Notting Hill), a romantic epic (like The Bodyguard or Love & Basketball), or a brand-new discovery (like The Photograph and Summerland), you’ve come to the right place.

Slip on your PJs, order some takeout, grab a bottle of wine, and stream one of these top-notch date night movies: