5 Most Rewatchable Rom-Coms for Saturday Night Binge

The thing about romantic comedies is that a lot of people, for some reason, find them cringeworthy. Yes, they follow some tropes, and yes, there better be a happy ending, but that doesn't mean they deserve to be trashed. However, many of these haters, when pressed, will admit that rom-coms are their guilty pleasure movies.

Well, why not? The world is so serious and problematic that sometimes all you want to do is grab your favorite snack, put on something cozy, and watch a love story on the big screen. So here are 5 of the most rewatchable romantic comedies perfect for your Saturday night binge.

1. Notting Hill (1999)

Notting Hill is the perfect combination of romance, quirky humor, and many heartfelt moments. And of course what makes it a must watch is the amazing performance from young Hugh Grant, who plays a humble bookshop named William Thacker. He falls in love with Anna Scott, world-famous movie star, played by Julia Roberts, and that starts a beautiful love story.

The film’s London backdrop adds charm to this already lovely story and the chemistry between Grant and Roberts is undeniable, of course.

2. The Proposal (2009)

One of the most criminally overlooked rom-coms, for absolutely no reason, because it checks all the boxes. Starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds, The Proposal is the perfect choice for anyone who loves a female lead in charge and is also a fan of the "enemies turn into friends" trope.

The story revolves around a high-powered book editor, played by Bullock, who convinces her assistant to marry her in order to avoid deportation to Canada. What follows is a trip to Alaska, where his family lives, and a lot of awkward moments before it becomes clear that the two are actually perfect for each other and the wedding will no longer be fake.

3. My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)

An absolute gem! A romantic comedy that is definitely worth your time for so many reasons. My Big Fat Greek Wedding explores the difficulties of finding true love, but it also focuses on cultural differences and family dynamics, and that's what makes this movie a standout.

Nia Vardalos stars as Toula, a Greek-American woman who falls in love with a non-Greek man played by your favorite Aidan actor, John Corbett. While dealing with the hilarious and often overwhelming expectations of her traditional family, Toula navigates the complexities of love, acceptance and self-discovery. The film is a relatable family drama with a happy ending, so don't miss it.

4. When Harry Met Sally ( 1989)

Often regarded as one of the best rom-coms of all time, When Harry Met Sally is another must-watch for anyone who enjoys relatable characters and timeless themes about love and friendship being thoroughly explored.

Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan deliver iconic performances as Harry and Sally, whose evolving relationship proves that men and women can, indeed, be friends, but they are often meant to be something more.

“When Harry Met Sally is a perfect movie in every shape and form. Perfect acting. Perfect script. Perfect soundtrack. Perfect everything. I didn’t watch this movie until a few years after I was married and it’s now a film we watch on repeat like it’s always the movie that sounds good to turn on. I really wish more movies made me feel the way this one does,” Redditor Brendan_Fraser said.

5. Bridget Jones 's Diary (2001)

How could we leave this one out, right? Renée Zellweger's iconic film in which she plays the role of Bridget Jones, a character that has become a pop culture phenomenon. The harsh reality of being unmarried at 30 hits her hard, so she decides to change her life.

Little does she know that two completely different, yet stunningly handsome men, played by Hugh Grant and Colin Firth, are about to do it for her.