We all know that Netflix and Movie nights go hand in hand.
Pop some popcorn; grab some candy, and Netflix makes the perfect date night. Netflix has thousands of options, which can leave you watching date night pass you by as you search for a movie you want to watch.
You could get lost in the lists of movies and TV shows and be left feeling overwhelmed and picking the next movie your remote clicks on.
Don’t be stuck with another second rate movie or show and vowing to never do a Netflix night again. Instead, read our list of our top 10 favorite movie picks that are on Netflix right now.
We have romantic comedies, drama, and even some animation. We picked out the perfect movies for whatever type of date night you want.
So kick back and relax, your work has been done for you.
1. Amelie
If you want a flick that neither of you have seen, go for Amelie. A super unique film with an IMDB rating of 8.4, it’s the highest rated movie on our list. Amelie is a sweet girl who grew up in a somewhat quirky family and when she’s grown, she moves to Paris.
Waitressing in Paris, she decides to go on a mission to return a lost object to a former tenant of her apartment.
This causes her to set off on a mission of helping others around her while also pursuing a new man. Amelie is a heartwarming movie that will leave you crying from laughter. This comedy is also a sweet romance and will leave you snuggling your partner just a little closer.
This movie will definitely help you swoon your significant other because they’ll be left impressed that you even know what this movie is! And plus, after watching, you’ll both want to make this heartwarming story a new classic.
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2. Begin Again
With Begin Again’s star cast of James Corden, Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, and Adam Levine, this movie is guaranteed to be a hit in your house!
The story follows Gretta, who is a failed singer, as she meets up with Dan, a record executive, as they work together to make her first album.
Gretta is discovered playing in a club after her successful partner leaves her when he gets signed to a major label. This is the perfect lighthearted comedy for when you just feel like relaxing with your significant other.
With a score of 7.4 on IMDB, it’s a beloved favorite of many.
Make it the perfect weeknight movie and watch it in your pajamas on the couch.
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3. Something’s Gotta Give
Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton come together in this movie to make a lighthearted comedy about falling in love at an older age.
Jack Nicholson’s character, Harry, is known for picking up younger women. After suffering a heart attack, he’s left at his girlfriend’s mother’s home to be taken care of by her and his doctor.
But as the movie goes on, you get to see Harry fall in love with the mother who is much closer to his age. Along the way, there are hilarious love triangle mishaps between Harry, the mother, and daughter, that will make you fall in love with this movie.
It’s also rated at a 6.7 on IMDB and is remembered for it’s abs-clenching humor.
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4. Love Actually
A personal favorite that is watched every holiday season, Love Actually is a modern day classic.
The plot follows a group of Londoners in the month before Christmas. This movie is packed with pitiful love triangles, hilarious characters, and sweet happy endings.
It truly has something for everyone in this movie. You’ll watch as the relationships between this group unfold and reveal a deeper connection to each character. While this movie is set during the holiday season, this movie can be watched all year long.
If you haven’t seen Love Actually, schedule this movie as the first one to be watched from this list!
You won’t be sorry.
The best part of this movie is that the more you watch it, the funnier it gets. Watch it now and then remember to watch it again during the Christmas season.
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5. Zach & Miri Make A Porno
With Elizabeth Banks and Seth Rogen, do we even need to say anything more?!
Zach & Miri Make A Porno is absolutely hilarious!
Men, we don’t blame you if you are sick of watching chick flicks for movie night. Take initiative and suggest this movie because it’s a fantastic romantic comedy that you both will love.
When best friends Zach and Miri realize that they are broke and need some cash, they decide to make an adult film together to solve their money woes. As the plans go on for this adult film, they both realize that they may just have solved their romantic woes as well.
This is a fresh take on the typical romantic comedy and makes the perfect date night movie.
Just don’t be mad at us when your abs are sore the next day from laughing.
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6. Sausage Party
This is not your child’s animation movie!
Sausage Party is filled with an all-star cast and is a brand-new take on a comedy. The movie plot follows a bunch of animated grocery items and their trip to “the great beyond,” which is when they get purchased and go home with a human.
After realizing the horrible things these grocery items go through, Frank rebels and tries to rally up the other produce items to rebel with him.
Watch this hilarious animated comedy and be left rolling with laughter.
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7. Ain’t Them Bodies Saints
So far, we’ve recommended all comedies.
If you are in the mood for something a little more serious, Ain’t Them Bodies Saints is a beautiful romantic drama.
The story follows Bob, who is a prison escapee, as he tries to reunite with his long lost wife and daughter. This movie is at times heart wrenching but it is worth your time watching in the end.
The acting is done fantastically and the story is one that is unique and somehow relatable.
This movie will also make your sweetheart snuggle just a little closer and they’ll be guaranteed to be extremely impressed that you suggested this movie.
It’s rated at a 6.4 on IMDB but it might just be our favorite movie we’ve recommended so far.
Give it a shot and you won’t be disappointed.
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8. Grease
Need a movie you don’t have to pay attention to the whole time?
Everyone has seen Grease!
If you haven’t, shame on you, go watch it right now! This musical classic follows two lovers that had a summer fling and wind up attending the same school.
An innocent girl and a bad boy romance combined with song is what makes Grease so good.
Chances are, you’ve already seen parts or most of Grease, which makes this the number one choice for a “Netflix and chill” kind of night.
Don’t worry, we don’t judge.
Throw this flick on and get cuddly with your significant other!
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9. 10 Things I Hate About You
This 90’s classic is based on the Shakespeare play “Taming of the Shrew.”
Don’t let that put you off; this is a modern day adaptation that takes place in high school. A father decides that the two sisters can only date if each one has a date.
Kat, is an indie loving girl who most boys don’t pay attention to. Patrick, a school bad boy, goes out with Kat after being paid to, and you get to follow along with their love story.
Anything but a traditional romantic comedy, you’ll find yourself falling in love with this movie.
The cast includes a young Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles who have great romantic chemistry together.
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10. Midnight In Paris
Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams come together in this film to create a fantasy romantic comedy that focuses on a man in Paris who is transported back to the 1920’s every night at midnight.
As Wilson walks through the city at midnight, he is getting tons of inspiration for his writing but he finds himself getting farther from his fiancé as well.
This movie is an awesome fantasy romance with some hilarious comic relief on the way.
Midnight in Paris is a fun lighthearted movie that is the perfect movie for Netflix night.
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