February 14th is International love day and defnitely a day you either love to hate or just have to love to love. Love birds all over the world will be showing their love in expensive, thoughful and memorable ways. If you are all boo’ed up on this day, you may want to cosider watching some romantic movies with your partner.

If you are single, maybe watch these movies to learn a thing or two on how to get boo’ed up next year.

1. “The Princess Bride” (1987) – Netflix

IMDB rating: 8.0/10

This classic tale of true love and high adventure features everything you need: sword fights, and all the romantic themes fit for your movie night. If you and your partner haven’t seen this then you both need to head back to romance academy to update your love.
Love Lesson: True love requires patience, persistence, and occasionally returning from the mostly dead.
Beyond the adventure lies a powerful message about unwavering devotion. Westley and Buttercup’s story teaches us that real love can survive any obstacle.

2. “10 Things I Hate About You” (1999) – Disney+

IMDB rating: 7.3/10

This romantic tale features an actor ever movie fan wishes we had seen more of, Heath Ledger. In this movie, you see this legendary actor in the earlier years of his career performing like the true thespian he is. This film is a modern take on Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” proves that even the grumpiest of high school feminists can’t resist a charming Australian with great hair and questionable paintball skills.

Love Lesson: Authenticity wins over pretence every time. For lovebirds, it’s a reminder that vulnerability might be scary, but it’s essential to connect with our loved ones. To the singe ones, it’s a lesson to open yourself up tot the adventure love brings along.

3. “Crazy Rich Asians” (2018) – HBO Max

IMDb rating: 6.9/10

In this movie, a stunning woman goes to meet her boyfriends family only to find out that they are the Singaporean royal family. Along with humour, breathtaking locations, exotic meals and true romance, this story should be top of your watchlist this Valentines day.

Love Lesson: Couples can learn about why navigating cultural differences is vital to building long lasting relationships and sometimes to experience true love, we have to choose between family expectations and our happiness. Our heart should be the Judge

4. “When Harry Met Sally” (1989) – Amazon Prime

IMDB rating: 7.7/10

This romantic tale by Nora Ephron asks the age-old question: can men and women be just friends? Spoiler alert: yes, but only after years of witty banter, terrible New Year’s Eve parties, and that infamous fake orgasm scene.
Love Lesson: Friendship is the best foundation for lasting love. Single people should also know that sometimes we find relationships when we are not even looking.

5. “About Time” (2013) – Netflix

IMDB: 7.8/10

This British classic love tale will have you both laughing and ugly-crying within minutes. Bonus: it features Bill Nighy as the world’s coolest dad and proves that even with the power to change time, love is still wonderfully complicated.
Love Lesson: Couples can learn to cherish their daily routines, while singles might realize that waiting for the “perfect” romantic moment could mean missing out on authentic connections.

6. “Palm Springs” (2020) – Hulu

IMDB: 7.4/10

Actors, Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti prove that being stuck in a time loop isn’t so bad if you’ve got good company.
Love Lesson: For couples, love is about choosing each other everyday even if it feels repetitive. Singles can learn that sometimes you need to break your own patterns to find love.

7. “The Big Sick” (2017) – Amazon Prime

IMDB: 7.5/10

“True love” shows strongly when you have to stay by your ex-girlfriend’s side while she’s in a medically induced coma. Based on a true love story, this movie proves that sometimes the path to true requires sacrifice and going against even our parents.
Love Lesson: Love means showing up, especially during the tough times.

8. “Set It Up” (2018) – Netflix

IMDB: 6.5/10

Two overworked assistants playing cupid with their bosses? What could possibly go wrong? This modern rom-com proves that sometimes the best matchmakers need a little matching themselves. Plus, it features pizza, rooftop scenes, and Lucy Liu being absolutely fabulous.
Love Lesson: Sometimes playing Cupid leads to your own love story.
While trying to manipulate others’ love lives, our protagonists learn about their own romantic needs. The film teaches couples to maintain their own romance while singles might learn that love often finds you when you’re busy with other plans.

9. “Always Be My Maybe” (2019) – Netflix

IMDB: 6.8/10

Childhood sweethearts reunite after 15 years, featuring the most epic Keanu Reeves cameo in romantic comedy history. Come for the romance, stay for the scenes of Ali Wong as a celebrity chef and Randall Park’s hilarious rap performances. Warning: will make you crave Korean food.

Love Lesson: Timing is everything, but second chances are worth taking.
This reunion romance shows how personal growth can make a relationship work better the second time around. Couples learn about supporting each other’s ambitions, while singles see that sometimes the right person at the wrong time can become the right person at the right time.

10. “Notting Hill” (1999) – Peacock

IMDB: 7.1/10

In this movie, Hugh Grant meets Julia Roberts in this charming British romance that’ll have you believing that yes, sometimes stunning movie stars fall for the simple bookshop owners.
Love Lesson: Love can bridge any gap – even fame and ordinary life.

Whether you’re in a relationship or searching for one, these films remind us that love isn’t just about grand gestures or perfect moments. It’s about growth, authenticity, and choosing each other every day. So grab some popcorn, get comfortable, and let these stories inspire your own love journey.

Note: Streaming availability may vary by region and time. Check your local streaming services for current availability.

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10. “Notting Hill” (1999) – Peacock

IMDB: 7.1/10

Just a boy, standing in front of an audience, watching a movie about a boy, standing in front of a girl… Hugh Grant at peak Hugh Grant-ness meets Julia Roberts at peak Julia Roberts-ness in this charming British romance that’ll have you believing that yes, sometimes movie stars do fall for awkward bookshop owners.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a romance movie veteran or a reluctant viewer, these films offer the perfect blend of heart, humor, and just enough cheese to make your Valentine’s Day special. Just remember to stock up on tissues, popcorn, and maybe some backup chocolate – you know, for emotional support.

Note: Streaming availability may vary by region and time. Check your local streaming services for current availability.