With the many restrictions that came with the coronavirus era, it’s hard to plan for an ideal romantic date. But Valentine’s Day celebration doesn’t have to be out of the house; nor should it be lavish and expensive. There’s one thing that never gets old: movie dates! You don’t even have to dress up and go to the movie theater anymore. All you need is the perfect match of delicious snacks and rom-com movies on Netflix with your perfect date at home.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018)
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before is an adaptation of a romance novel of the same title by Jenny Han. It follows the wild misadventures of Lara Jean after her private love letters have been sent out to her past crushes.
You might want to follow the movie up with the sequels To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (2020) and To All the Boys: Always and Forever (coming this February 2021), also on Netflix.
Main cast: Lana Condor, Noah Centineo, Janel Parrish
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Milk Drinks, with three chocolate flavors to love
La La Land (2016)
This multi-awarded blockbuster movie gives us another taste of the chemistry between Gangster Squad stars Ryan Gosling and Emma Watson. This time, they showcase their rarely-seen musical and dancing prowess. Story-wise, the film is about two dream-chasing individuals trying to strike a balance between love and career.
Main cast: Ryan Gosling, Emma Watson, John Legend, Rosemarie DeWitt
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Lava Cakes that will make you go la la
Always Be My Maybe (2019)
Always Be My Maybe is the feel-good movie you need this Valentine’s season. The story is about two childhood friends who meet again as adults, now seeming to be out of each other’s league. They try to reignite the lost spark through their cute and fun exploits.
Main cast: Ali Wong, Randall Park, James Saito
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Boba Buns to enjoy all the Asian puns
Set It Up (2018)
For the two stressed corporate workers in Set It Up, their jobs would definitely be easier if their respective bosses weren’t too fixated on work. So, they play matchmakers and set them up. This endeavor is full of vibrance, wits, and funny mishaps that will keep you entertained throughout the film.
Main cast: Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Lucy Liu, Taye Diggs
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Infused Honey that you can set up with any dish
About Time (2013)
About Time has a nice blend of story and comedy with a bit of sci-fi, centering on a man’s ability to time-travel and the lessons gained from it. It is a fun movie to watch but be warned: there are lots of tear-jerking moments as well.
Main cast: Rachel McAdams, Domhnall Gleeson, Bill Nighy
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Ensaymada Pudding (it’s about en-time-ada!)
Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001)
A list of rom-com movies wouldn’t be complete without including some of the classics. And you can unearth many of them on Netflix, just like Bridget Jones’s Diary. You’ll be taken along Bridget Jones’s journey to self-improvement and finding Mr. Right, with a hilarious ensemble of friends, family, and love interests.
Main cast: Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Cuatros Leche, made with four kinds of milk for Bridget Jones’s dairy treat
50 First Dates (2004)
You can always expect a good laugh from a movie with Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider in it. In 50 First Dates, Sandler plays a skirt-chaser who transforms into a real romantic when he meets Lucy, who has short-term memory loss. This rom-com remains unforgettable to those who’ve watched it because of its unique portrayal of true love.
Main cast: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Rob Schneider
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Basque Burnt Cheesecake for a taste you won’t ever forget
200 Pounds Beauty (2006)
For fans of Korean drama, there’s a good rom-com film to watch. 200 Pounds Beauty is about a talented yet insecure obese woman who undergoes a transformation inside and out. Not only will you get a good laugh, but you will also pick up a lot of valuable lessons about life and love.
Main cast: Kim Ah-joong, Joo Jin-mo, Kim Yong-geon
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Thousand Gram Dirty Brownies, the worthwhile exception to your diet
Kita Kita / I See You (2017)
We’ve seen love pairs where one’s attractive and the other’s lacking. Or, stories with an ugly duckling transformation. But there’s nothing quite like Kita Kita, where both the characters fall in love with each other’s imperfections as they are. It has Empoy Marquez as the leading man—not the type you’d imagine for a romance film. Yet, you’ll be sure to fall for his charm and humor.
Main cast: Alessandra de Rossi, Empoy Marquez
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Milky Pandesal, a Pinoy favorite for a good Pinoy rom-com
That Thing Called Tadhana (2014)
Tadhana or destiny has brought together two strangers that have both gone through heartbreaks. We watch them go around Baguio and Sagada, with their amusing conversations, occasional bickering, and contemplation about love.
Main cast: Angelica Panganiban, JM de Guzman, Joem Bascon
Watch on Netflix
Perfect match: Miss B Special Pandesal with six flavors to choose from (or get them all!)
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