- Avarna Jain,
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Evergreen Romantic Movies To Watch With Your S.O For A Festive Date Night
From heartwarming, and comedic to simply charming, here are the best Christmas movies to watch…
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For many of us, Christmas is all about cosying up with the heartiest cup of hot chocolate, snuggled up in our softest, cutest jammies watching magical Christmas movies. From classics like Home Alone and Love Actually to new favourites like Meet Me Next Christmas and Hot Frosty, these Christmas movies will set the tone right for all the festivities to follow.
So, dive into the list we’ve compiled for you to defrost like Mariah Carey’s 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' and spend the holiday the right way…
Best Romantic Movies To Watch This Season
Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001)
For those of us who are celebrating Christmas in wholehearted singledom, Bridget Jones’s Diary is the perfect watch. Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger), a single woman in her 30s, decides to take control of her life by starting a diary to document her resolutions and romantic mishaps. Torn between her charming but unreliable boss Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant) and the reserved yet kind-hearted Mark Darcy (Colin Firth), Bridget hilariously stumbles through love, self-improvement, and societal expectations, all while embracing her imperfections.
Falling For Christmas (2022)
Sierra Belmont (Lindsay Lohan), a spoiled hotel heiress, suffers amnesia after a skiing accident. Stranded in a small town during the holiday season, she is taken in by a kind-hearted lodge owner (Chord Overstreet) and his daughter. As she adjusts to a simpler life, she discovers love, friendship, and the importance of giving back.
Meet Me Next Christmas (2024)
This romantic comedy follows a woman who goes to extreme lengths to attend a sold-out Christmas Eve concert in hopes of reuniting with her dream man. Set against a festive backdrop, the film explores themes of serendipity, determination, and the unexpected connections that can occur during the holidays.
Love Actually (2003)
This romantic comedy weaves together the lives of multiple characters in London as they navigate love in its many forms during the Christmas season. From a grieving widower (Liam Neeson) helping his stepson with first love to a newly elected Prime Minister (Hugh Grant) falling for his assistant, the film celebrates the joys and heartbreaks of love in a touching and often humorous way.
The Holiday (2006)
Iris (Kate Winslet) and Amanda (Cameron Diaz), two women from opposite sides of the globe, swap homes for the holiday season to escape their personal troubles. In the English countryside, Amanda meets Iris’s charming brother (Jude Law), while Iris finds herself inspired by a Hollywood composer (Jack Black). Through these experiences, they rediscover themselves and embrace new beginnings.
Hot Frosty (2024)
Hot Frosty is a romantic comedy directed by Jerry Ciccoritti and starring Lacey Chabert as Kathy, a widow who owns a diner in Hope Springs, New York. Lonely after her husband's passing, Kathy (Lacey Chabert) places a scarf on a snowman sculpture, magically bringing it to life as Jack, portrayed by Dustin Milligan. Jack's innocence and warmth help Kathy heal, leading to a heartwarming bond during the holiday season. The film blends humour and fantasy, offering a cosy holiday narrative about love, community, and second chances.
When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Harry Burns (Billy Crystal) and Sally Albright (Meg Ryan) meet as college graduates and repeatedly cross paths over the years, forming a deep friendship. As they navigate their own romantic lives, they grapple with the question: Can men and women ever be just friends? With witty dialogue and memorable moments, this rom-com explores love, friendship, and timing.
Love Hard (2021)
Natalie (Nina Dobrev), a writer who is tired of bad dates, thinks she’s found the perfect man online. She travels to meet him for Christmas, only to discover she’s been catfished by Josh (Jimmy O. Yang), an awkward but well-meaning guy. As Natalie stays to help Josh win over his crush, unexpected feelings develop between them.
The Family Stone (2005)
Meredith (Sarah Jessica Parker), an uptight and conservative woman, visits her boyfriend’s liberal and chaotic family for Christmas. Her awkward attempts to fit in lead to comedic and heartfelt moments as secrets and misunderstandings unfold. Ultimately, the film explores themes of acceptance, love, and the bonds of family.
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Single All The Way (2021)
Peter (Michael Urie) convinces his best friend Nick (Philemon Chambers) to pose as his boyfriend for a family Christmas gathering to avoid questions about his love life. What starts as a simple charade turns into a journey of self-discovery as Peter realizes his true feelings for Nick.
Our Little Secret(2024)
Out Little Secret stars Lindsay Lohan and Ian Harding as the main leads. The plot revolves around Avery bumping into her ex-boyfriend at a Christmas party hosted by her current partner. And how she manages the awkward situation by convincing her ex-partner not to let anyone know of their history.
Four Christmases (2008)
Brad (Vince Vaughn) and Kate (Reese Witherspoon), a couple who typically avoid family gatherings, are forced to visit all four of their divorced parents on Christmas Day. Through a series of awkward and hilarious encounters, they re-evaluate their own relationship and ideas about commitment.
Something From Tiffany’s (2022)
A romantic mix-up involving a gift from Tiffany’s causes two couples’ lives to intertwine. Starring Zoey Deutch, Shay Mitchell, Kendrick Sampson and Ray Nicholson, as Rachel, Vanessa, Ethan and Gary respectively. As they unravel the misunderstanding, love blossoms in unexpected ways during the holiday season. And if you are looking for a movie that shows you the light at the end of a tunnel regarding relationships not working, Something From Tiffany is it.
About A Boy (2002)
If you’re looking for a movie that will leave your heart warmed to its core and honestly, weeping a little bit, About a Boy can be your film of choice. The storyline revolves around Will Freeman (Hugh Grant), a wealthy and self-absorbed bachelor, who befriends a lonely 12-year-old boy named Marcus (Nicholas Hoult). Through their unlikely friendship, Will learns to care for others and embrace responsibility, while Marcus gains confidence and a sense of belonging.
Ghost of Girlfriends Past (2009)
Ghost of Girlfriends Past is actually a bit of a rom-com classic from the 2000s. It follows the life of Connor Mead (Matthew McConaughey), a photographer and notorious casanova, who ends up becoming haunted by the ghosts of his past relationships during his brother’s wedding weekend. With their guidance, he reexamines his behaviour and rekindles a romance with his childhood love, Jenny (Jennifer Garner).
Serendipity (2001)
After a chance meeting in New York, Sara (Kate Beckinsale) and Jonathan (John Cusack) leave their potential romance to fate, writing their names on a book and a dollar bill. Years later, both end up serendipitously (see what we did there?) and reconnect, proving that true love is written in the stars.
Holiday In The Wild (2019)
After her husband ends their marriage, Kate (Kristin Davis) embarks on a solo trip to Africa. While helping care for baby elephants, she finds purpose and a budding romance with a pilot (Rob Lowe), discovering that the wild is the perfect place for a fresh start. As Kate decides to stay in Africa and leave her old life behind in New York, her fairy tale with Derek blooms beautifully.
The Knight Before Christmas (2019)
Another great fiction/fantasy-to-reality movie, The Knight Before Christmas is centred around Sir Cole (Josh Whitehouse), a medieval knight, who is magically transported to modern-day Ohio. He meets Brooke (Vanessa Hudgens), a kind-hearted teacher who helps him adjust to the present. As they spend time together, they discover the magic of love across time.
Last Christmas (2019)
Be prepared for your own or your loved ones’ waterworks for this one as Kate (Emilia Clarke), a struggling singer working as an elf in a Christmas store, meets Tom (Henry Golding), a mysterious man who inspires her to embrace life. As their relationship deepens, a poignant twist reveals the true impact of their connection.
A Castle For Christmas (2021)
Sophie Brown (Brooke Shields), a bestselling author, retreats to Scotland to escape a scandal. She falls in love with a dilapidated castle and its grumpy owner, Duke Myles (Cary Elwes). The two figure out that they’re in love with each other all while holding some conflicting opinions about the ownership of the castle.
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