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59 Best Love Stories: Romantic Movies of 2016 You Need to See

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  1. 1IndignationMovie · 2016 · 110m · Drama, RomanceIn 1951, Marcus Messner, a working-class Jewish student from New Jersey, attends a small college in Ohio. There, he grapples with issues of anti-Semitism, sexual repression, and the backdrop of the Korean War.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
  2. 2High StrungMovie · 2016 · 96m · Music, Romance, DramaA hip hop violinist performing in the New York City subway meets a classical dancer on a scholarship at the Manhattan Conservatory. They connect, and with the support of a hip hop dance group, they work to find shared artistic ground while preparing for a competition that could be life-changing.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0
  3. 3The HollarsMovie · 2016 · 88m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceJohn Hollar, a New York City artist, goes back to his Midwestern hometown the night before his mother's brain surgery. He's with his girlfriend, who is eight months pregnant with their first baby, and has to deal with the familiar chaos of his past.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
  4. 4Blue JayMovie · 2016 · 81m · Drama, RomanceTwo former high school sweethearts reconnect by chance when they both return to their small California hometown, prompting them to revisit their shared history.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
  5. 5Love & FriendshipMovie · 2016 · 94m · Drama, Romance, ComedyLady Susan Vernon, a charming but manipulative woman, goes to live with her in-laws to avoid gossip about her past and to arrange marriages for herself and her daughter. Her plans are disrupted by two attractive young men: the handsome Reginald DeCourcy and the wealthy Sir James Martin.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1
  6. 6Center of My WorldMovie · 2016 · 115m · Drama, RomanceSeventeen-year-old Phil lives with his mother and twin sister in a secluded mansion. Upon returning from summer camp, he finds a tense atmosphere within the house. Unconcerned, Phil spends time with his friend Kat. However, his feelings become complicated when he develops an attraction to a new student, intensifying the existing problems at home.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
  7. 7A Wish for ChristmasMovie · 2016 · 84m · TV Movie, Romance, DramaSara Shaw usually avoids conflict at work, but when her innovative Christmas plan is stolen, she wishes for the courage to be assertive. Santa grants her wish, but with a 48-hour deadline. Sara must learn to harness the spirit of Christmas and confidently express herself before time runs out.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9
  8. 8Kiki: Love to LoveMovie · 2016 · 102m · Comedy, RomanceThe film explores various facets of sex and love through five interconnected stories. Paco and Ana seek to reignite their passion after years of dissatisfaction. Jose Luis attempts to reconnect with his wife Paloma, who is recovering from an accident that has limited her mobility. Mª Candelaria and Antonio strive for parenthood, facing the challenge that she struggles to reach orgasm during intimacy. Álex tries to fulfill Natalia's desires as she questions his commitment to marriage. Meanwhile, Sandra persistently searches for a romantic partner. Each character navigates love, fear, and sexuality, examining their individual desires and searching for happiness.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1
  9. 9LovingMovie · 2016 · 123m · Drama, RomanceIn 1958 Virginia, interracial marriage was illegal and widely condemned. Richard and Mildred Loving's love exists under a constant barrage of disapproval and scrutiny. Their marriage is met with arrest, prompting them to challenge the law in the Supreme Court, fighting for their right to be together. Based on a true story.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  10. 10FrantzMovie · 2016 · 113m · History, Drama, RomanceFollowing World War I, a young German woman mourns her fiancé, who died in France. She encounters a mysterious French man at his grave, where he is laying flowers.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  11. 11Mr. RightMovie · 2016 · 95m · Comedy, Romance, CrimeA young woman develops feelings for an ideal partner, unaware of his dangerous secret: he is a hitman fleeing powerful crime organizations that employ him.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5
  12. 12HeartstoneMovie · 2016 · 129m · Romance, DramaIn a secluded Icelandic fishing village, teenagers Thór and Kristján navigate a complicated summer. Thór pursues a girl, while Kristján grapples with unexpected feelings for his close friend. As summer fades and Iceland’s unforgiving landscape reasserts itself, they must confront the realities of growing up and prepare to leave their childhood behind.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1
  13. 13My Tomorrow, Your YesterdayMovie · 2016 · 111m · Romance, DramaTakatoshi Minamiyama, an art student in Kyoto, is instantly smitten with Emi Fukuju on his way to university. He gathers his courage and approaches her, and they begin a happy relationship. However, Emi eventually reveals a secret to him.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5
  14. 14Southside with YouMovie · 2016 · 80m · Romance, DramaThis film follows a single day in the summer of 1989 as Barack Obama, then a young man, takes his future wife on a memorable first date through Chicago's South Side.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.6
  15. 15Sanam Teri KasamMovie · 2016 · 154m · Drama, RomanceInder, a hardened ex-convict, and the gentle Saraswati, a woman of traditional values, find love and marry. However, tragedy irrevocably alters their lives. The story draws parallels to the ancient legends of Shiva and Sati, as well as Eric Segal's novel "Love Story."Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9
  16. 16JulietaMovie · 2016 · 98m · Drama, RomanceThe film follows Julieta through three decades, beginning with a hopeful 1985 and culminating in 2015, when her life seems shattered and she teeters on the edge of losing her mind.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
  17. 17TrampsMovie · 2016 · 82m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceWhile working together on a risky undertaking, a young man and woman unexpectedly fall in love.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2
  18. 18Kapoor & SonsMovie · 2016 · 137m · Drama, Romance, ComedyTwo brothers, who haven't been close, reunite when they return home to see their ailing grandfather. Their visit forces them to face their long-standing conflict as their parents' marriage also weakens.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.0
  19. 19In Bed with VictoriaMovie · 2016 · 97m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceVictoria, a divorced lawyer in her thirties, is finding it hard to juggle motherhood with her career. Sharp and world-weary, she's close to breaking point. While at a friend's wedding, she unexpectedly reunites with Vincent, an old friend, and Sam, a former client. These encounters signal a potential shift in her life.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9
  20. 20This Beautiful FantasticMovie · 2016 · 100m · Drama, Romance, ComedyIn a picturesque London garden, a modern fairy tale unfolds about the surprising friendship between a shy young woman and a grumpy older man. Bella Brown, a creative aspiring children's book author, must revive her neglected garden to avoid eviction. There, she encounters Alfie Stephenson, a curmudgeonly widower and skilled gardener who lives next door. He becomes both her rival and unexpected guide.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1
  21. 21Ali and NinoMovie · 2016 · 100m · Drama, RomanceIn the Russian province of Azerbaijan, Muslim prince Ali and Georgian aristocrat Nino have known each other their whole lives. Their love story takes a tragic turn with the start of World War I and the global fight for Baku's oil. They are forced to choose between fighting for their nation's independence or staying together.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6
  22. 22EsterosMovie · 2016 · 83m · Drama, RomanceMatías and Jerónimo, who have been friends since childhood, discover they are drawn to each other as they enter adolescence. Circumstances later separate them. Years later, as young adults, they reconnect, and the film explores the complexities of their evolving relationship, including underlying sexual tensions and the challenges of homophobia.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5
  23. 23The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli MäkiMovie · 2016 · 95m · Drama, RomanceSummer 1962. Olli Mäki, a Finnish boxer, is on the verge of winning the world featherweight championship. He's traveled from the countryside to Helsinki, and everything is set for him to achieve fame and wealth. All he needs to do is train and focus. However, Olli is struggling because he's fallen in love with Raija.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6
  24. 24Already Tomorrow in Hong KongMovie · 2016 · 79m · RomanceRuby, a Chinese American toy designer based in Los Angeles, travels to Hong Kong for a work trip. When she gets unexpectedly stranded, she encounters Josh, an American living abroad, who offers to show her around the city.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0
  25. 25SairatMovie · 2016 · 170m · Drama, RomanceArchi, the daughter of a local politician, and Parshya, the son of a fisherman, develop a romantic relationship. This sparks conflict and violence between their families, fueled by deeply ingrained caste prejudice within the village.Stream onIMDb 8.3TMDB 7.6
  26. 26Looking: The MovieMovie · 2016 · 85m · Drama, Romance, TV MovieAfter nearly a year away, Patrick goes back to San Francisco to celebrate a significant occasion with his longtime friends. There, he's forced to confront past relationships and make tough decisions about his future.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  27. 27Morris from AmericaMovie · 2016 · 89m · Drama, RomanceThirteen-year-old Morris Gentry and his father, Curtis, move to Heidelberg, Germany. Morris, who dreams of being a famous rapper like Notorious B.I.G., feels like an outsider in a city dominated by electronic dance music. He's also instantly drawn to Katrin, a cool and independent fifteen-year-old classmate. Determined to succeed in the hip-hop world and win Katrin's affection, Morris faces considerable challenges.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1
  28. 28OopiriMovie · 2016 · 158m · Drama, Family, RomanceThis is the true story of an unlikely friendship between two men from vastly different worlds: a wealthy, paralyzed aristocrat who suffered a spinal cord injury during a paragliding flight, and a young man growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.1
  29. 29Pelli ChoopuluMovie · 2016 · 124m · Romance, ComedyPrasanth's father arranges a marriage to force him into adulthood, frustrated by his irresponsible behavior. But meeting a driven woman unexpectedly improves Prasanth's life.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.2
  30. 30Happy Bhag JayegiMovie · 2016 · 126m · Comedy, RomanceEscaping a forced marriage, a spirited Indian woman ends up stranded in Pakistan. There, the son of a former governor offers assistance in helping her reconnect with her boyfriend.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2
  31. 31My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2Movie · 2016 · 94m · Comedy, RomanceThe Portokalos family is back for more laughs. This film continues the story of the beloved family first introduced in the 2002 comedy, "My Big Fat Greek Wedding."Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0
  32. 32Me Before YouMovie · 2016 · 110m · Drama, RomanceLou Clark, a 26-year-old with no clear direction, takes a job caring for Will Traynor, a wealthy banker living in a castle. Two years ago, Will was seriously injured in an accident and is now wheelchair-bound, having lost his desire to live. Lou is determined to prove to him that life is still worth living.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.9
  33. 33The HandmaidenMovie · 2016 · 145m · Thriller, Drama, RomanceKorea, 1930s. During Japanese occupation, Sookee takes a job as a handmaiden to Hideko, a Japanese heiress living in isolation on her family's estate, ruled by her controlling Uncle Kouzuki. However, Sookee hides a secret: she's a skilled pickpocket recruited by a con man pretending to be a Japanese Count. His plan is to seduce Hideko and steal her wealth.Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 8.2
  34. 34La La LandMovie · 2016 · 129m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceMia, an actress hoping for her big break, works as a barista for celebrities between auditions. Sebastian, a jazz musician, plays small gigs to make ends meet. As they both start to achieve their goals, they face choices that strain their relationship, and the dreams they shared with each other are put at risk.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9
  35. 35PassengersMovie · 2016 · 116m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionA spaceship carrying thousands of colonists to a faraway planet experiences a problem with its hibernation pods. Unexpectedly, two passengers are awakened ninety years before their scheduled arrival.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
  36. 36How to Be SingleMovie · 2016 · 110m · Comedy, RomanceIn New York City, a group of friends – Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom, and David – navigate the complexities of modern love. They're all searching for connection while grappling with what it means to be single in a constantly changing world of relationships.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3
  37. 37Bridget Jones's BabyMovie · 2016 · 123m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceBridget Jones' post-breakup life isn't quite the fairytale she imagined. Now in her forties and single, she prioritizes work and reconnects with friends while embracing new ones. For the first time, Bridget feels truly in control. But her carefully constructed world is disrupted when she meets Jack, and a week later, unexpectedly encounters Mark. Soon after, she discovers she's pregnant, facing a dilemma: she doesn't know whether Mark or Jack is the father.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4
  38. 38The MermaidMovie · 2016 · 94m · Comedy, Fantasy, RomanceLiu Xuan, a wealthy playboy, buys Green Gulf, a wildlife reserve, to build a sea reclamation project. He uses sonar technology to drive away the marine life. Unbeknownst to him, Green Gulf is home to merpeople, and the sonar is sickening and killing them. Xuan's plans are disrupted when he encounters Shan, a mermaid who comes to avenge her people.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.5
  39. 39Collateral BeautyMovie · 2016 · 97m · Drama, RomanceFollowing a personal tragedy, a man withdraws from the world and begins corresponding with Love, Time, and Death, seeking answers to his questions about existence. He receives surprising replies that lead him to understand the interconnectedness of these fundamental forces and discover how even grief can illuminate moments of meaning and beauty.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2
  40. 40The Love WitchMovie · 2016 · 121m · Horror, Comedy, RomanceIn today's world, a woman practices witchcraft, using spells to make men fall in love with her. But her actions have dangerous repercussions.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5
  41. 41The ChoiceMovie · 2016 · 111m · Drama, RomanceNeighbors Travis and Gabby begin a relationship that faces significant challenges as they navigate major life events together.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 7.2
  42. 42AlliedMovie · 2016 · 124m · Action, Drama, WarIn 1942, a British intelligence officer in North Africa meets a woman working with the French Resistance on a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. They are reunited in London, where the demands of wartime put their connection to the test.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  43. 43The PromiseMovie · 2016 · 133m · History, Romance, DramaIn the final years of the Ottoman Empire, a love triangle forms between Mikael, a gifted medical student; Ana, a striking and cultured artist; and Chris, a celebrated American journalist working in Paris.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.9
  44. 44From the Land of the MoonMovie · 2016 · 120m · Drama, RomanceFrance, 1950s. A woman yearning for freedom finds herself bound by a loveless marriage. She develops a connection with a war veteran recovering from injuries sustained in Indochina.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  45. 45SultanMovie · 2016 · 170m · Drama, Action, RomanceVeteran wrestler Sultan Ali Khan is determined to compete in the Olympic Games. However, he must first confront difficult personal challenges.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  46. 46Your Name.Movie · 2016 · 106m · Animation, Romance, DramaMitsuha and Taki are two teenagers with completely different lives. Then, one night, they inexplicably swap bodies. Mitsuha wakes up in Taki's body, and Taki finds himself in Mitsuha's. This strange body-swapping continues to occur unpredictably, forcing them to navigate each other’s lives.Stream onIMDb 8.4TMDB 8.5
  47. 47In This Corner of the WorldMovie · 2016 · 130m · Drama, Animation, RomanceJapan, 1943, World War II. Young Suzu journeys from her village near Hiroshima to Kure, a naval port, to marry and live with her husband's family. Her resourcefulness blossoms as she adapts to a life of hardship, quickly becoming essential to her household. Drawing on inherited wisdom, Suzu infuses the ordinary moments of daily life with artistry and grace. Despite facing numerous challenges – loss, wartime dangers, and constant air raids – her spirit remains unbroken.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.9
  48. 48PatersonMovie · 2016 · 118m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceThis film follows a week in the life of Paterson, a poet who works as a bus driver, and his wife Laura, a highly creative artist. They live in Paterson, New Jersey, a city with a rich history as a birthplace for many renowned poets and artists.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  49. 49Up for LoveMovie · 2016 · 98m · Comedy, Romance, DramaDiane, a lawyer divorced for three years, loses her phone and connects with the finder, Alexandre, a charming and refined man. They hit it off over the phone and arrange to meet. However, Diane is surprised to discover Alexandre is only 4' 6" tall. She then confronts societal prejudices and her own anxieties as she embraces a wonderful new chapter in her life.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
  50. 50Swiss Army ManMovie · 2016 · 97m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceStranded on a remote island and resigned to a hopeless fate, Hank's life takes an unexpected turn when a body washes ashore. He sees this as a potential chance for escape. With this unlikely companion and a collection of resourceful tools, Hank embarks on a journey to return home to the woman he loves.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9
  51. 51Don't Blame the KidMovie · 2016 · 113m · Comedy, RomanceFollowing a single night of intimacy, a young woman discovers she is pregnant and chooses to form a partnership with the man who will be the father.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.7
  52. 52My Life as a ZucchiniMovie · 2016 · 66m · Animation, Comedy, DramaFollowing his mother's passing, Zucchini connects with a compassionate police officer named Raymond, who goes with him to a new foster home housing other children his age. There, Zucchini forges bonds with these new friends and gradually learns to trust and love as he seeks a place to belong.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8
  53. 53Sing StreetMovie · 2016 · 105m · Romance, Drama, MusicIn 1980s Dublin, a young boy uses his music to cope with a difficult home life and gain the attention of a girl he's drawn to. He forms a band as a way to connect with her.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.9
  54. 54CorrespondenceMovie · 2016 · 122m · Drama, RomanceEd, a married astronomer, and Amy, his lover, maintain their relationship through phone calls and texts while separated by distance. Their communication takes a turn when Amy starts to notice something unusual in Ed's messages.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.4
  55. 55MaudieMovie · 2016 · 115m · Drama, RomanceCanadian folk artist Maud Lewis develops a romantic relationship with a fishmonger while living with him as his housekeeper.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.7
  56. 56Maggie's PlanMovie · 2016 · 98m · Drama, Romance, ComedyMaggie's plans to become a single mother with a donor take an unexpected turn when she falls for John, a married professor. This sparks a difficult situation, as it threatens his turbulent marriage to the sharp and demanding Georgette. Three years later, Maggie is married to John and has a daughter, but she's lost love and is now faced with a dilemma: what happens when you realize your husband and his ex-wife might be better suited for each other?Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7
  57. 57Dear ZindagiMovie · 2016 · 151m · Drama, RomanceA quirky individual guides a young cinematographer toward seeing the world differently.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0
  58. 58The Light Between OceansMovie · 2016 · 133m · Drama, RomanceOff the coast of Western Australia, a lighthouse keeper and his wife take in a baby they find adrift in a rowboat. They begin to raise the child as their own.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  59. 59Café SocietyMovie · 2016 · 97m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceIn 1930s Hollywood, a young man arrives with dreams of a career in film. He falls in love and becomes immersed in the lively café culture that shaped the era.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4