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GREAT ROMANTIC MOVIES TO ENJOY

Valentine’s Day before kids used to be a romantic night out at a fancy restaurant and maybe a movie before or after.

Now, after having kids, the best Valentine’s Day dates, are ones spent cuddling up on the couch watching great romantic movies.

Add in delicious White Chocolate Coconut Popcorn and you’ve got a delicious treat to add to your Valentine’s date!

GREAT ROMANTIC MOVIES TO ENJOY

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From classic movies to more modern films, check out these screen gems that will make you laugh, cry, cheer, and root for the underdog.

Whether you’re looking for a historical romantic drama or a romantic comedy, you’re sure to find something here to enjoy with your spouse or significant other.

GONE WITH THE WIND

Settle in with your popcorn for this marathon of a film starring Clark Gable and Vivian Leigh. Winner of multiple Academy Awards, this movie is full of passion, scandal, and loss.

Based on the book by Maragaret Mitchell, this historical romance is set in on a southern plantation in the state of Georgia.

Have your tissues ready for this classic which is regarded as one of the greatest films of all time.

CASABLANCA

This 1944 Academy Awards Best Picture movie is a classic.

Starring silver screen icons Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, this wartime romance delivers a love triangle story as well as one of the most quoted lines in movie history.

BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S

Holly Golightly, played by Audrey Hepburn, is a charming runaway socialite. Set in New York City, George Peppard plays her romantic interest.

They both live in the same apartment building but struggle to keep their secrets hidden from each other.

Will their secrets and a mob ring keep them apart? Watch and find out!

THE WAY WE WERE

Starring screen legends Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford, this 1974 romantic drama features two of the most well-known and award-winning movie songs of all time, “Memories” and “The Way We Were”.

Set in post World War II, two old college sweethearts meet again and reunite.

The movie is chronicled over 4 time periods as they deal with their opposing views on life and political bents.

TITANIC

In this epic fictional romance based on the real-life tragedy of the Titanic, watch as Jack and Rose, played by Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, fall in love aboard the ill-fated ocean liner.

Winner of numerous Oscars, this film will have you rooting for these two lovers, as they work to survive the sinking ship.

Even if you’ve seen the movie (multiple times!) and know the ending, rewatching this great love story unfold is a great way to spend Valentine’s night.

YOU’VE GOT MAIL

Ah… Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan star in this movie set in the early days of the email revolution; hence, the title of the movie.

It tells the story of two business rivals, who are unaware of each others’ real identities, who fall in love online through their series of email exchanges.

A sweet and nostalgic look at two comedy masters at work while utilizing the popular technology of the time.

NOTTING HILL

This sweet and heartwarming film is set across the pond in Notting Hill where an Englishman, played by Hugh Grant, falls in love with a visiting and popular American actress, played by Julia Roberts.

These two actors shine in this romantic comedy that gives us a quotable line about a boy and a girl and love.

THE PROPOSAL

Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds star in this romantic comedy.

In order to avoid deportation to Canada, Bullock’s character promises her assistant, played by Reynolds, a work promotion if he will agree to marry her for a Visa.

Hijinks ensue as the couple travels to Alaska to meet his family.

Amidst the deception, the two fall in love.

Bullock and Reynolds exhibit great comedic timing in this fun flick.

Whether you are looking for spur of the moment date ideas, some cheap, frugal or free date night options, whether you are staying in on Valentine’s Day or heading out for that romantic dinner, we hope you get to spend time with the one you love.

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Monday 20th of January 2020

great movie picks however we watch action flicks. go figure lol