Rom-Com Picks to Watch for Valentine’s Day Feels

From local favorites to classic chick flicks, these five romantic comedies will surely make you feel that love is in the air.

No plans this Valentine’s Day? Spend your time watching romantic comedies that will surely lift your spirits and remind you that love is in the air. These movies will make you laugh, cry, and—most importantly—believe that love, in all its forms, exists.

Roman Holiday (1953)

1953 was the year that Hollywood introduced us Audrey Hepburn. Throughout her career, she starred in a handful of wonderful romantic comedies such as Sabrina (1954) and Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961), yet, nothing quite matches her Academy Award-winning turn in Roman Holiday. Hepburn plays Princess Anne, a royal from an unnnamed European country who, feeling overwhelmed from her duties, escapes to expereince Rome as an anonymous citizen. During her adventure of freedom, she meets the slick newspaper man Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck), who recognizes her but plays along with her charade to secure an exclusive story. Soon, deeper feelings begin to develop between the two. A timeless classic that is frequently featured on “Greatest of All Time Lists”, Roman Holiday is well-worth the watch this Valentine’s Day.

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10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

10 Things I Hate About You brings William Shakespeare into the early Noughties. The film stars Julia Stiles and the late Heath Ledger in a loose adaptation of the iconic play The Taming of the Shrew. This time, however, the story is set in Padua High School. Stiles plays “the shrew”, an outspoken and headstrong teenager named Kat Stratford, who is deemed undateable by the student body. Her younger sister, Bianca, is more popular but isn’t allowed to date unless Kat does. Determined to change that, some boys at school conspire to set Kat up with the brooding outcast Patrick Verona (Ledger), hoping to make her more socially acceptable—thus allowing Bianca to date. The film perfectly captures the thrill of young love, the excitement of new relationships, and the highs and lows of high school, from navigating social circles to attending the first dance. Set to a stellar soundtrack of ’90s cult hits, the film will leave you giddy with nostalgia.

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A Very Special Love (2008)

A Very Special Love is a Filipino rom-com about Laida Magtalas, an editorial assistant with a long-time crush on Miggy Montenegro, a wealthy but arrogant heir who just launched his men’s magazine, “Bachelor”. Starring superstars John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo, the film blends signature Filipino humor with a compelling love story. It playfully reimagines Beauty and the Beast, with Laida as Belle and Miggy as the Beast, creating an engaging push-and-pull dynamic. Beyond romance, the film also delves into Miggy’s struggle to prove his with worth and Laida’s journey of breaking social barriers for love.

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Pillow Talk (1959)

A controversial film that challenged Hollywood’s censorship codes upon its release, Pillow Talk may feel tame by today’s standards. However, in the 1950s, it caused quite a stir, becoming a genre-defining work that set the blueprint for that countless romantic comedies that followed. Dubbed a “Sex Comedy” for its playful use of innuendo and its Battle of the Sexes theme, Pillow Talk stars America’s sweetheart, Doris Day, as Jan Morrow—an uptight interior designer who shares a party line with her playboy neighbor, Brad Allen (Rock Hudson). As the two clash over phone time, Brad devises a mischievous plan to woo Jan in disguise as a charming Texan rancher. Silliness ensues, and Hollywood magic was made!

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50 First Dates (2004)

50 First Dates is more than just a silly Adam Sandler comedy—it’s a heartfelt film that beautifully explores the complexities of unconditional love. The second cinematic pairing of the iconic Sandler-Barrymore duo, the film follows Henry Roth (Sandler), a man who falls deeply in love with Lucy Whitmore (Drew Barrymore), a woman suffering from short-term memory loss. In this unconventional love story, Henry woos Lucy every single day, knowing she will forget him by the next morning. Deeper than it’s often given credit for, 50 First Dates is a charming and uplifting experience that showed a generation that love is selfless and kind. A must-watch for any romantic-comedy fan.

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I’m Drunk I Love You (2014)

Not all romantic comedies end with a fairytale ending—some make us reflect on ourselves. I’m Drunk, I Love You is one such Filipino film. It follows Carson and Dio, best friends who are nearing the end of their seven-year college journey. The catch? Carson has been in love with Dio all along. Just days before their long awaited graduation, they embark on a road trip to La Union, along with Carson’s gay best, Jason Ty. Along the way, Carson and Dio navigate the messy realities of love and relationships. At its core, the film explores unrequited love—a feeling many young adults feel today.

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Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001)

Another reinterpretation of a classic work is Bridget Jones’s Diary, an extremely loose retelling of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice, set in the bustling streets of London and centering around the titular Bridget Jones, a 30-something self-proclaimed mess who, on New Year’s Day, decides to take control of her life. However, her plans are thwarted when she falls for her boss, the charming but slimy book editor Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant). Things become even more complicated when Mark Darcy (Colin Firth), a lawyer she thought she hated, professes his love for her. The magic of Bridget Jones’s Diary lies in Renée Zellweger’s wonderful Oscar-nominated performance, as well as the clever writing, which, despite being over two decades old, remains hilarious, relevant, and absolutely relatable.

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How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)

How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days has rightfully become one of the most recognizable and iconic romantic comedies of the modern age. We all remember Kate Hudson’s love fern, the funny Chinese Crested puppy, the unforgettable yellow satin dress, and that steamy scene in the bathroom of McConaughey’s family home. Revisiting it today, you might find yourself asking: Why don’t they make them like this anymore? Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey make for a perfect pairing—she is a magazine editor secretly writing a story titled “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” and he is her unwitting guinea pig, whom she’s trying to drive away by any means necessary. If you’re looking for something truly laugh-out-loud funny, look no further than this.