The basic plot of a romantic comedy is that two people meet, banter with each other, but despite an attraction obvious to the audience do not become romantically involved because of some internal factor (on the surface, they do not like each other) or an external barrier (one is romantically involved with another person, for instance). At some point, after various comic scenes, they are parted for some reason. One partner or the other then realises that they are perfect for each other, and (often after some spectacular effort, sometimes termed the Grand Gesture, and/or incredible coincidence) they meet again, they declare undying love for each other, and disappear off into the sunset together.
Of course, there are innumerable variations on this basic plotline. It is not even essential for the two lead characters to end up in each other's arms: "My Best Friend's Wedding" (pictured) is a good example.
Only "Romantic Comedies" can be scrolled below. "Romance", "Romantic Dramas" or "Romantic Classics" sections may also prove fruitful.
7.3/10
Making a hyperspace jump from "Clerks" and "Mallrats", writer/director Smith fashioned this very funny, mature, insightful and painfully honest romant... Read more
6.1/10
While on a diplomatic trip to Prague with her parents, first daughter Mandy Moore sneaks away in order to explore the countryside for herself. As secr... Read more
5.6/10
Felicity Jones stars in this 1930s-set comedy drama as a vacillating bride-to-be, unable to make her mind up between her dull but worthy future husban... Read more
6.3/10
Aka 'Love and Time Travel'. When emotionally isolated barista Dan Duncombe (writer/director Hayden J. Weal) starts receiving strange messages on the i... Read more
6.8/10
A sparkling youth comedy about sex, clothes, popularity and day-glow satire; with the delightful presence of star Alicia Silverstone. Believe it or no... Read more
7.1/10
This colourful romantic comedy stars Rock Hudson as an American businessman who arrives early for his annual September stay at his Italian villa and i... Read more
6.8/10
Justin Long and Emmy Rossum are star-crossed lovers whose relationship blooms and unravels over the course of six years in this mysterious, original r... Read more
6.8/10
Justin Long and Emmy Rossum are star-crossed lovers whose relationship blooms and unravels over the course of six years in this mysterious, original r... Read more
5.9/10
Rebecca Bloomwood (Isla Fisher) has a label-filled wardrobe that any fashionista would covet, but she also has the credit card debt to match. Desperat... Read more
5.8/10
Entirely improvised, this Brit mockumentary follows three couples competing for their dream wedding. Featuring the best of British comedy talent incl... Read more