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.
5.8/10
Exuberant teen comedy with musical numbers finds high schooler Ben Forster being dumped by girlfriend Melissa Sagemiller, who has since gotten involve... Read more
5.2/10
This twisted romantic comedy focuses on Bobby Bishop (Vincent Gallo) who, after selling his soul to late-night television, commits career suicide on n... Read more
6.7/10
In the wake of a near-death experience, self-absorbed dentist Bertram Pincus (Ricky Gervais) acquires the annoying ability to see the dead - turns out... Read more
5.8/10
Unabashed womaniser, Connor Mead (Matthew McConaughey), proves to be a real buzzkill on the eve of his brother's nuptials. That night he is visited by... Read more
2.4/10
See for yourself what audiences didn't see in theatres! Macho L.A. mob errand boy Ben Affleck is sent to kidnap a federal prosecutor's mentally challe... Read more
6.4/10
A free-spirited divorcee spends her nights on the dance floor, joyfully letting loose at clubs around Los Angeles. She soon finds herself thrust into... Read more
AKA "Dieu Est Grand, Je Suis Toute Petite". Audrey Tautou stars as Michele, a 20-year-old model, whose recent break-up has sent her into a tailspin. O... Read more
6.3/10
Erin (Drew Barrymore) and Garrett (Justin Long) strike sparks for a summer fling in New York City but neither expects it to last once Erin heads home... Read more
'The League of Gentlemen' (1960) After a forcible 'retirement', Colonel Hyde is bitter about his country's ingratitude. He steals classified informat... Read more
6.4/10
Written and directed by Liz Gill chronicling the ups and downs of several Irish singles who, like goldfish, seem to have a memory span that's simply t... Read more