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Romantic comedies have always had a unique spot in the world of film, despite frequently being outshone by major action movies. When executed well, they are cozy, clever, and enduring. Here are our top three favorite romantic comedies.

We begin with The Devil Wears Prada. Although it doesn’t fully conform to the romcom structure, it still possesses a lot of the appeal and humor that make the genre stand out. The plot centers on Anne Hathaway’s character as she accepts a challenging assistant position at a prestigious fashion magazine. Her primary challenge is her boss, Miranda Priestly, portrayed by Meryl Streep. Streep’s exceptional performance received an Oscar nomination and is the key reason the movie is so memorable. As Anne Hathaway mentioned, there were moments when she lost track of the fact that she was acting:There were multiple instances where I became so engrossed in the reality of performing alongside Meryl Streep that I would completely lose track of the fact that I was portraying a character and forget when it was my turn to speak. Therefore, I believe that in almost every scene in the film where I appear frightened and overwhelmed by her, I am not acting.

Our second pick is Notting Hill, a Julia Roberts classic that has set a standard for the genre. Roberts portrays a well-known actress who unexpectedly develops feelings for Hugh Grant’s modest bookshop owner. The chemistry between them is clear, although Hugh admitted he felt nervous at first:Sure, she was, to some extent, when she joined the film. I was quite frightened at first. She’s a major star and everything. But she’s also quite funny, and I quickly realized we were on the same page, you know, we could just throw food at each other and it would be fine.The combination of doomed love and eccentric British comedy createsNotting Hill an essential watch.

And ultimately, no compilation of romantic comedies would be final withoutPretty Woman. Launched in 1990, it is still considered one of the most cherished films for couples to watch together. Julia Roberts excels as a Hollywood prostitute who unexpectedly develops feelings for Richard Gere’s affluent businessman. The film includes all the elements you’d anticipate from this genre: two people from different worlds drawn to each other, the classic “princess” storyline, and a lot of appeal. Interestingly, the initial script was significantly more serious, but Disney made it more light-hearted. As Gere remembers:Disney acquired this script, and they really enjoyed the concept but weren’t fond of its style and atmosphere. They wanted to transform it into a more traditional fable. That’s exactly what happened. It became a fable.Roberts mentioned that the adaptability of the production contributed to the story’s enduring popularity:Occasionally, we would film a particular scene in four different ways. We’d shoot it with plenty of dialogue, then again with roughly half the dialogue and some added humor, followed by a more serious version. In essence, this could result in one of four or five distinct films.

These three movies shine brightly within a genre frequently accused of being average. Featuring remarkable acting, clever dialogue, and a lot of warmth, they are ideal romantic comedies to watch again, whether for a comfortable evening at home or just to rediscover the charm of traditional love stories.