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Best Romantic Comedies: My Top List

Best Romantic Comedies: My Top List Review



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Best Romantic Comedies: My Top Ten List
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Every day computer user, mom of 2, an art lover, first in line on opening weekend, married, a working mom

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2008

Okay, so I like romantic comedies. And, I am going to attempt to share my favorites here. In my mind, these are the best romantic comedies ever! (I admit I didnt include the classic romantic comedies... I thought I would focus on more modern romantic movies).  I am wondering what you think are the top romantic comedies too! (maybe we can swap favorites!)

Okay, here is my Top 10 Romantic Comedies list but I am sure it should be more like the Top 100 romantic comedies. :)

Here goes... and the Romantic Comedy winners are........

  1. Sweet Home Alabama- I love Reese Witherspoon in this movie. There is something about her that I just adore! I am also a total sucker for the successful woman that realizes that she doesnt need all the glitz and glam to be happy. This is a classic girl misses old boyfriend from home movie-- but she doesnt know it.
  2. Clueless- Who doesnt love the stupidity of Alicia Silverstone in this movie? But, yet again, you see cute girl likes the basic guy without the glitz. (seeing a pattern?)
  3. How to Lose A Guy in 10 days- Another one of my favorites- Kate Hudson. She is so cute too!  This movie makes me laugh every time I see it. She is so obnoxious and cute at the same time in the movie. An over the top romantic comedy that makes you laugh and reminds you of your girlfriends too.
  4. Love Actually- Great "holiday" movie with several subplots that follow the lives of 8 couples. It is a must see romantic comedy in my book. And, yes, there are many no-name actors but you also have some leading actors like: Liam Nelson, Kiera Knightly, Hugh Grant, and others.
  5. Along came polly- Ben Stiller and Jennifer Anniston are the leading actors in Along Came Polly. This feel good movie is about two very different people and how they come together to appreciate their differences. I wouldnt say this is the best romantic comedy, but every time I flip through the channels and see it, I get sucked in. So, it gets props for that.
  6. Pretty Woman- Can there even be an argument on this one? It is one of the best "classic romantic comedies ever".
  7. Just like heaven- Okay, so I like Reese Witherspoon. And, to nobody's surprise, she appears and reappears on my list. The premise of the movie (a girl gets stuck in limbo- between heaven and real life) sounds so stupid, but the movie was very well done. It is definitely worth a watch.
  8. The Princess Bride- Oh, Buttercup and Westly. How could you not love this movie? One of my all time favorite movies.
  9. Dying Young- I think I am the only person on the planet that has seen this movie. It came out in the early 90s and is a Julia Roberts and Campbell Scott movie. He is a famous author and she is struggling to get by. Julia becomes "Victors" caretaker as he goes through cancer treatment. Needless to say, parts of the movie are heart breaking.  (may be more ROMANCE AND LESS COMEDY) I cry EVERY time I watch this movie. My husband laughs at me every time too.
  10. The Holiday- Cameron Diaz, Jude Law and Kate Winslet were strong performers in this movie about getting away from life and letting go by moving to a new place. I watched this movie with my husband and he even liked it.  Shocker! (and the best part is that my former colleague- Tim-- recommended it to me. A rec from a guy. Extra points!) And, yes, Jude Law is hot.

Some argue that movies like Something About Mary, Pride and Prejudice, and Shakespeare in Love are among the best "romantic comedies". While I really like all of those movies A LOT and they would be at the top of my list, I wouldnt necessarily put them in the romantic comedy genre. But, that could just be me.

What are your favorites? I woud love to know what your top 10 romantic comedies are! (I need to round out the action, Kung Fu, Sci-Fi, Blood and Guts movie collection in my house)

Last edited on Apr 02, 2008




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LadyMagic wrote on May 9, 2008 at 11:12PM


Good list. I liked "Dying Young" but I wouldn't put it on alist of comedies. Too much tear factor. I've got a long list going way back to some really old flicks. Will have to give this some thought. Good review.


jss831 wrote on May 5, 2008 at 8:48PM


Great list, a have seen quite a few of them...and also yes we saw the "something about mary" at the theater, and chucked all the way home..I also like Reese Witherspoon too..


LAmommyOF2 wrote on Apr 24, 2008 at 3:29AM


i'm a big Ben Stiller fan and Something about Mary is hilarious and so is Along came Polly...But the most recent Heartbreak Kid was probably the funniest I've seen so far!!!


gitbean wrote on Apr 22, 2008 at 5:18PM


Great list!


Topmom wrote on Apr 19, 2008 at 9:02AM


I agree with you. Have you ever seen "Radio" or "Mr Holland's Opus" -- perfect for a nice cry with a big bowl of ice-cream.


DeafMom wrote on Apr 18, 2008 at 7:19PM


I haven't seen half of these--I'll be sure to check out the rest! Meanwhile-- congrats on the article in Chicago Tribune's business section today!


zassou wrote on Apr 18, 2008 at 1:59PM


love it! I have a movie line up for my weekend with the girls!!! Thank you!!!! :D


mommapiep wrote on Apr 17, 2008 at 5:16PM


I have to add a few you missed. Hope Floats, The Wedding Date, 4 Weddngs and a Funeral, were great too. I could go on, but those were tops.


escapegal wrote on Apr 17, 2008 at 3:53PM


Ok...here's my list: I agree with The Holiday, Clueless, The Princess Bride and Sweet Home Alabama. But I'd have to add While You Were Sleeping, 27 Dresses (I know it's new, but hasn't wanted to get drunk and karaoke Elton John???), Groundhog Day, The Wedding Planner (Matthew McConaughey, need I say more), Hope Floats, and...Heathers. Trust me on that one.


joysmomma wrote on Apr 17, 2008 at 11:41AM


don't kill me...im new here.. but...50 First Dates!!!


joysmomma wrote on Apr 17, 2008 at 11:41AM


Sorry...remembered another one...'ALOT LIKE LOVE'


joysmomma wrote on Apr 17, 2008 at 11:40AM


I just joined today and saw the heading 'top 10 romantic comedies'...I too, am a fan! LOVE the list...yet, haven't seen Dying Young..definately want to check it out though, now..so, thanks! Have you ever seen Fools Rush In? Definately a fav. of mine..and a few on your list are also my favs..so, hopefully if you haven't seen it...you'll get the chance and fall in love with it like me! OHH--And, Kissing A Fool....and Just Married has me laughing quite a bit...yet great heartfelt ending. Enjoy!! And, have a beautiful & blessed day!


janades wrote on Apr 16, 2008 at 12:52PM


Great list! And I, too, have seen Dying Young. Cryfest.


vivi44266 wrote on Apr 16, 2008 at 8:41AM


In response to BubleFan1's comment from Apr 4, 2008 at 7:56AM:

The Notebook is a great Romantic Drama but not in anyway a comedy to me. I cried almost the whole movie! I just review it too!


vivi44266 wrote on Apr 16, 2008 at 8:39AM


All of those are great movies but I would have included The Wedding Date! That was a great Romantic Comedy in my book!!! Your list is awesome!


Duckie wrote on Apr 15, 2008 at 6:24PM


I own Sweet Home Alabama and break it out just when I think my hope for a good man is gone, and while I do know that it's just a movie, it allows me to hope for the future. I happen to think that Reese Witherspoon is fabulous. I haven't seen some of the movies on your list, but they are now on my "to see" list. I do have two movies that I love and would like to suggest, Something's Gotta Give w/Jack Nicholson & Diane Keaton, and and old school favorite The Money Pit w/Tom Hanks & Shelly Long. Take Care!


Jolie wrote on Apr 15, 2008 at 2:07PM


In response to tkathan344's comment from Apr 14, 2008 at 1:22PM:

Hhmmm.. Havent seen that!


tiggcat wrote on Apr 14, 2008 at 3:10PM


I loved The Holiday, what about While you were Sleeping or The Lake House. Those are pretty good too.


tkathan344 wrote on Apr 14, 2008 at 1:22PM


Never saw 'French Kiss'?


rosensmiles wrote on Apr 13, 2008 at 5:30PM


Sweet Home Alabama is also at the top of my list. Wonderful review I would have to agree that they are all great movies


shadaram wrote on Apr 12, 2008 at 3:28PM


Great list, I love most of these. I really liked Just Like Heaven, even if it is a little cheesy. Speaking of "cheese", the Wedding Date is really cute, and romantic!


enatividad87 wrote on Apr 11, 2008 at 1:17AM


How about 10 Things I Hate About You? Oh and how about Grease? Those are 2 of my favorites.


brilliantbrunette wrote on Apr 9, 2008 at 2:22PM


great list! I have seen many of them and agree, but I will definitely have to check out the few I haven't seen. :)


tim wrote on Apr 9, 2008 at 6:17AM


thanks for giving me some props on your list Jolie...but how could you forget "When Harry Met Sally?"


Fardreamer wrote on Apr 8, 2008 at 12:57PM


Of your top 10, I've only seen one: The Princess Bride. I have seen a few romantic comedies in my lifetime, but of your list, just that one. Nice list, though.


RudiXeno wrote on Apr 7, 2008 at 4:08PM


Great list! Gotta give this one some thought. Rudi


Jolie wrote on Apr 7, 2008 at 11:01AM


In response to bkovacs's comment from Apr 7, 2008 at 10:32AM:

Ahhh... American President. I loved that movie.... :) I own it and watch it every once in a while. I am a big Annette Benning fan. I also liked American Beauty-- but that isnt a romantic comedy.


bkovacs wrote on Apr 7, 2008 at 10:32AM


I agree with a couple of choices but others are way off. Apparently, I'm the only person who thought "Love, Actually" was lousy. Some other films cited below are dramas, not comedies ("An Officer and a Gentleman," "The Notebook," etc.). They are good movies, just not romantic comedies. You could include "The Witness" in that category, as it is a thriller with a great romance... but not a comedy. Romantic comedies you should consider are "The Goodbye Girl," "The Wedding Singer," "Sliding Doors," "Sleepless in Seattle," "Dave," "The American President" and "Bridget Jones Diary." There are many others, especially if you go back 30-60 years. Nice review! --Bob


CyndiA wrote on Apr 6, 2008 at 4:41PM


Oh man. You left off Dodgeball! Teehee.


jazzybean01 wrote on Apr 5, 2008 at 5:48PM


I love Sweet Home Alabama. It's the best movie ever. I also really enjoyed Just Like Heaven and The Princess Bride is an old favorite.


Buggheart wrote on Apr 5, 2008 at 4:58PM


Great list!


Fawn wrote on Apr 5, 2008 at 12:40PM


Very good, detailed review


Angelx wrote on Apr 4, 2008 at 11:36PM


In response to BubleFan1's comment from Apr 4, 2008 at 7:56AM:

BubleFan1 Oh yes, never ever will I forget or want to forget the movie called "NOTEBOOK"! Rent it...see it! The book is also fantastic!