Metro Picks: Our All-Time Favorite Romantic Movies
Classics like 'Casablanca' and 'When Harry Met Sally' and modern love stories like 'Set It Up' and 'Tune in for Love'—here are 20+ romance films handpicked by a panel of Metro editors and writers, celebrities, and Metro Channel hosts
Happy Valentine's Day!
It's absolutely the perfect time to rewatch our favorite romantic movies again, as much as we want, with zero shame. Pair this romantic movie marathon with a bottle of red wine and some snacks, and you're all set for a quiet, cozy night in with a special someone, or even just by your amazing, beautiful self!
Below, Metro editors, Metro Channel hosts, and various celebrities such as Iza Calzado chime in on what their all-time favorite romance films for Valentine's Day are. Consider this your Valentine's Day 2022 watchlist!
Check them out:
Metro Picks: Favorite Valentine's Day Movies
Metro Picks: Favorite Valentine's Day Movies
When Harry Met Sally, Bridges of Madison Country, Call Me By Your Name, The Philadelphia Story, and Casablanca
'I don’t really have V Day Movies BUT my fave love/RomCom stories are When Harry Met Sally, Bridges of Madison Country, Call Me By Your Name, The Philadelphia Story, and Casablanca (of course!)"—Iza Calzado, actress
Tune In For Love
"This K-film tugged at my heartstrings! Set in 1994 during the IMF crisis, two strangers meet while exchanging stories on a radio program. They fall in love, but can't quite seem to get the timing right... until, finally, they do. I truly found Jung Hae-in and Kim Go-eun's chemistry to be so real, authentic, and palpable—it was hard to not fall in love with this pair. I felt so good the moment I finished the film, and would recommend it to anybody who wants a quick fix of oxytocin—you won't regret it." - Justin Convento, Culture Editor
Set It Up
"Lately, my go-to romantic movie has been Set It Up starring Zoey Deutch and Glen Powell as two overworked New York City assistants who try to ‘Cyrano’ their bosses—Lucy Liu and Taye Diggs!—so they can finally get a break from work. It’s a fun, zany romcom that shows how a solid friendship is, so very often, the best foundation for a romantic relationship." - Renee Nuevo, Metro writer
The Princess Bride
"Love this playful retelling of the damsel in distress fairytale, especially with handsome Cary Elwes as the lead. It's romantic and fun, with pirates, sword fights, magic, well developed characters and did I mention Cary Elwes? Never fails to make me laugh." –Troy Barrios, Food Editor
Love Actually
"My favorite Valentine’s Movie is Love Actually because it portrays many love stories in a beautiful, witty and humorous English setting. We watch it without fail every year and it always puts me in a good mood."—Steph Kienle, host of Metro Home
Always Be My Maybe
"This movie was such a funny yet charming ride and I loved seeing Randall Park and Ali Wong together in it. Romance, food, and celebrity—all through the lens of a sitcom. There never was a dull moment! It follows Sasha, a famous chef, and hometown musician Marcus, who had been friends forever. The quintessential story of friends-become-lovers gets tired but this was so fresh and hilarious, and makes for such an easy watch. Plus points for the Keanu Reeves cameo, because, Keanu Reeves." - Justin Convento, Culture Editor
Serendipity
"Not sure if this is considered a Valentine's movie but it is romance nonetheless. My ultimate fave romantic flick is Serendipity because it brings me back to when movies were romantic, cheesy, and dreamy. That idea of fate and destiny and how it brings lovers together never fails to get me." –Kate Paras, Beauty and Wellness Editor
As Good As It Gets, Moulin Rouge, In The Mood For Love
- Geolette Esguerra, Editor-in-chief of Metro.Style
A Moment to Remember
"If you're in the mood for something melodramatic this Valentine's Day, I suggest you watch "A Moment to Remember" starring Jung Woo-sung and Son Ye-jin. This is a classic Korean film that shows the meaning of true, unconditional love with such a poignant narrative. Imagine falling in love with someone, settling down, and making lots of beautiful memories together, only to be forgotten by your partner due to Alzheimer's disease. I watched this several times, and it always brings me to tears." –Grace Libero-Cruz, People Editor
Jerry Maguire
"My favorite romantic movie of all time is Jerry Maguire starring Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Renee Zellweger. It’s funny and yet romantic at the same time. I like how it’s about getting out of your comfort zone and taking a leap of faith in the name of love. Tom Cruise is incredibly hot too in this film and the soundtrack is spot on!" –Lala Ventura, Metro Channel Head
Before Sunrise
"Julie Delpy and Ethan Hawke at their prime, a minimalistic plot about two strangers of different cultures, wandering around romantic Vienna at night. We all know that for good reason, Richard Linklater came up with Before Sunset ten years later and Before Midnight in 2013. I feel like I’ve grown up with these characters! There’s something about Celine and Jesse that seems to be so relatable but their love is definitely one for the cinema, even if it was presented with seemingly casual banter. This is what makes the film magical. Plus if anything, there’s the poem, Milkshake, making a cameo in the film which became the love anthem of the ‘90’s, which was an era that was otherwise riddled with angst and all things grunge." –Anna Rosete, Living Editor
My Best Friend’s Wedding
"This story never gets old! I loved the premise when I first watched this, and still love it twenty years later. It’s a movie that shows that love isn’t about chasing someone that isn’t for you. I loved the character of Julia Robert’s Julianne’s gay confidant, George (Rupert Everett), who really seemed to be the only one thinking straight!" – Raul Manzano, Editor-in-chief of Metro Society, Host of EIC On the Move
10 Things I Hate About You
"On Valentine's Day, I could put on any 90's romcom and be super happy with it. Never Been Kissed (or anything starring Drew Barrymore, TBH), You've Got Mail, Sleepless in Seattle, As Good as It Gets, She's All That... I could gobble all that up, always dreaming of finding a love like in these movies. But if I had to narrow it down to just one, it would have to be 10 Things I Hate About You. See, in my teen years, I was a bit of a rebel/outcast, felt different from my peers in a way, and related so much to Julia Stiles' Kat Stratford and dreamt of nothing more than a dreamy Heath Ledger to *see* me and, yes, really, actually fall in love with me." – Justin Convento
An Affair to Remember
"Well, am not sure if it’s a Valentines movie but the first one that comes to mind is An Affair to Remember with Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. It’s sentimental and melodramatic but it’s got a fantastic cast , amazing locations and it puts me in a good mood!" – Anton Barretto, Host of Metro Home
Leap Year
"This is such a surprising new gem i discovered over the lockdown and it instantly became of my most favorite romcoms ever! It's a simple and funny meet-cute movie that's perfect if you just wanna switch off for the day. Amy Adams was relatable and fun while Matthew Goode was your stubborn cute guy you hate to love. The Ireland setting definitely helped create a romantic mood! Don't sit this one out for your V-Day lineup!" —Randz Manucom, Fashion Editor
Notting Hill
"To celebrate the month of love, I decided to watch one romcom per day for 28 days. I document this on Twitter and created the hashtag #28Romcoms28Days. Day 10, (as a birthday treat to myself) it’s Notting Hill by Richard Curtis. This is my ultimate favorite romcom, my comfort movie—not just because I have a weakness for 90s Hugh Grant, books, and the queen that is Julia Roberts but because this classic ticked the following boxes for me: Charming (check!), Cheesy (check!), Chemistry (check!). I’m just a girl, looking for a romcom with a happy ending that will leave me with happy tears. Well, Notting Hill. How long do I intend to rewatch this film, you ask? Indefinitely." -Judy Arias, Former Managing Editor
To All The Boys I've Loved Before Franchise
"C'mon guys, To All The Boys I've Loved Before is so underrated! I grew up reading a lot of YA (young adult) novels and this franchise just hits the right spot. Equal parts cute and relatable (to an extent), all three films are a fun watch. Also, I must confess, I have somewhat of a crush on Noah Centineo, so I am a little biased." - Justin Convento, Culture Editor
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