Romantic Comedies

Film / By Kate Erbland and Alison Foreman

The Best Rom-Coms Streaming on Netflix Now

The 14 Best Rom-Coms on Netflix Right Now, from ‘Notting Hill’ to ‘Duck Butter’

The streaming giant has cornered the market on the classic genre, including both original features and some old hits getting new attention.

Jan 11, 2023 9:30 am /

Film / By Kate Erbland

The Rom-Com Boom Owed Everything to Its Leading Ladies

’90s Week: From Julia Roberts to Meg Ryan, the rom-com never would have worked without the stars that brought it to life.

Aug 18, 2022 12:30 pm /

Film / By Kate Erbland

‘Marry Me’ Didn’t Save the Rom-Com, but Here’s 4 Practical Ideas That Could

After being kicked around for a decade, the romantic comedy is ready for a lush, heartfelt, and silly revival. Just no Mad Libs or product placements, please.

Feb 14, 2022 12:00 pm /

Film / By Kate Erbland

Noah Centineo and Lana Condor, "To All the Boys I've Loved Before"

The Rom-Com Returns: How Classic Charm and a Changing Landscape Are Resurrecting a Treasured Genre

Netflix is churning them out on a weekly basis, studios are edging back into the market, and a new festival is dedicated to them. Is love cool again?

Jun 20, 2019 2:00 pm /

Film / By David Ehrlich

The Best Romantic Comedies of the Last 10 Years — IndieWire Critics Survey

Inspired by the release of “Isn’t It Romantic” and a recent surge in the genre, critics pick the best rom-coms of the last 10 years.

Feb 11, 2019 12:43 pm /

Film / By Kate Erbland

The 10 Best Rom-Coms on Netflix Right Now, From ‘Set It Up’ to ‘Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist’

From classics like “The African Queen” to originals like “Set It Up” and “Alex Strangelove,” the streaming giant boasts a library of titles guaranteed to put hearts in your eyes.

Jun 15, 2018 12:04 pm /

Features / By Indiewire