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10 Latest Romantic Movies to Ignite Your Passion

Written by Sera Serinda A

Just like in past years, this year brings a fresh wave of romantic films to the screen. From charming teenage romances to intricate adult love stories, there's something for everyone, all set to tug at your heartstrings.

For those who adore romantic tales, prepare to be swept away by these heartwarming films. Curated by the Showpoiler team, these movies are the latest offerings just for you. Get ready to fall in love all over again!

1. It Ends with Us

Year 2024
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Cast Blake Lively Justin Baldoni
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Make sure to add "It Ends with Us" to your list of recommended romantic films! Adapted from Colleen Hoover's novel of the same name, this movie stars the lovely Blake Lively and the handsome Justin Baldoni in the lead roles.

The movie tells the story of Lily Bloom (Blake Lively) and Ryle (Justin Baldoni), a couple in love. Lily believes that Ryle is her soulmate and wants to spend their lives together and vice versa.

At one point, they get into an argument, which triggers Lily's painful past trauma. Now, all the perfect love story Lily and Ryle have built is slowly crumbling and threatening their upcoming wedding. Things get worse when Lily's first love comes at the wrong time.

2. Through My Window 3: Looking at You

Year 2024
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Cast Clara Galle Julio Peña
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The romance between Raquel and Ares takes centre stage again in "Through My Window 3: Looking at You". Despite past obstacles, their feelings for each other remain strong. However, they find themselves in relationships with other people.

Raquel is in a relationship with Gregory, while Ares dates Vera for the sake of his family business. Obviously, this doesn't last long. The conflict peaks on New Year's Eve where Gregory invites Ares and Vera to have dinner at his place with Raquel.

The night becomes tense as Raquel and Ares worry that their hidden feelings will be revealed. Eventually, Ares decides to break up with Vera. Gregory, after discovering Raquel's novel containing stories about Ares, struggles with conflicting feelings about his relationship.

Meanwhile, Anna, Gregory's sister, is still grieving the loss of her past love. She also disapproves of Raquel and Ares' relationship, adding another layer of complexity to this romantic drama.

3. Upgraded

Year 2024
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Cast Camila Mendes Archie Renaux
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An American romantic comedy movie released in 2024 and directed by Carlson Young. This is the third movie he has directed. "Upgraded" tells the story of a woman who accidentally commits a white lie, which sets off a series of exhilarating and sometimes bittersweet events.

Ana (Camila Mendes) finds herself getting a first-class upgrade during a plane journey due to a booking error. Sitting next to her is a charming man named Will (Archie Renaux).

Misinterpreting Ana's identity, Will thinks that Ana is his boss. Instead of correcting him, Ana allows the assumption. That little lie leads Ana into a great situation, and opens up many opportunities for Ana in her work. Until one day, Ana's lies are slowly revealed and threaten her career, life and new love story.

4. Beautiful Wedding

Year 2024
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Cast Dylan Sprouse Virginia Gardner
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A novel titled "A Beautiful Wedding" by Jamie McGuire released in 2013, it caught the attention of director and writer Roger Kumble who decided to adapt it into a movie titled "Beautiful Wedding". The movie follows two young people who accidentally get married in Las Vegas and begin their lives as a couple.

Abby (Virginia Gardner) and Travis (Dylan Sprouse), along with their friends, find themselves at a wild party in Las Vegas. The next morning, they are shocked to discover that they have registered their marriage which officially makes them a couple.

Although unprepared, Travis is determined to be a good husband to Abby. They decide to go on a honeymoon to Mexico with their friends, where their love blossoms but there are also challenges. Can Travis and Abby really find true love in each other?

5. Which Brings Me to You

Year 2023
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Cast Lucy Hale Nat Wolff
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Looking for a romantic movie to relax after all the dramas, comedies, and horrors?
Try "The One Who Brought Me to You". This movie not only presents a touching love story, but also adds a bit of light comedy to keep things fresh. Based on Steve Almond's novel of the same name, this movie will definitely captivate you.

Will (Nat Wolff) and Jane (Lucy Hale) are two young adults who are tired of their messy relationship. They are more focused on their careers; Will as a photographer and Jane as a journalist.

One time, they meet at a friend's wedding. The meeting brings them close and they start talking about their lives, especially their love stories; how they both lost their first love and were heartbroken by it.

They find that their confessions have a lot in common, making them a good match and ready to open their hearts again.

6. Good Grief

Year 2023
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Cast Daniel Levy Ruth Negga Himesh Patel
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Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences in life, forcing us to face our emotions and accept the harsh reality of death. This is the main focus of the movie Good Grief, which marks the debut directing of Dan Levy, who has received much praises.

The story revolves around Marc (Daniel Levy), who's struggling after the loss of his mother. This loss makes him feel trapped and eager to move on, leading him to seek a life partner. He finds love with Oliver (Luke Evans), but tragically, Oliver passes away in a car accident shortly after their marriage.

Dealing with this second loss, Marc tries to put his life back together with help from his two close friends. While sorting through Oliver's things, Marc discovers a big secret his partner had in Paris. On a whim, he and his friends head to Paris for a healing journey that ends up bringing strength and clarity to Marc's life.

A film screenwriter is trying to put his life back together by starting a new relationship and dealing with the trauma of losing his loved ones.

The main character, Adam (played by Andrew Scott), lives in a lonely apartment block in London. He meets his new neighbor downstairs, Harry (Paul Mescal). At first, Harry really annoys Adam.

But over time, Adam finds that he feels happy and at peace whenever he's with Harry. Yet, Adam is still haunted by the pain of losing his parents in an accident.

Harry is there for Adam during his sad moments, but as the story unfolds, the grief of Adam's loss hits Harry hard too. What exactly happens? You'll have to watch to find out!

8. Anyone but You

Year 2023
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Cast Sydney Sweeney Glen Powell
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Shakespeare's stories still captivate moviemakers, right? The stories are timeless, and even in modern versions, they're just right! Like in Anyone But You, a movie based on Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare.

In this movie, Ben (Glen Powell) and Bea (Sydney Sweeney) meet by chance and like each other. However, a misunderstanding drives them apart when Bea thinks Ben is talking behind her back.

A few months later, they meet again and pretend to be a couple to avoid questions about their status. During this stunt, their feelings for each other blossom again. With honest talks and clearing up misunderstandings, they decide to start dating.

"Rye Lane" is a British movie named after a real-life market, but the movie is not about the market itself. The movie follows the story of two strangers who cross paths shortly after a breakup.

Dom (David Jonsson) and Yas (Vivian Oparah) meet by chance at an art exhibition and begin to have a fun conversation. Dom asks Yas to pretend to be his girlfriend to confront Dom's cheating ex.

As they go through this trick, their bond deepens. However, complications arise when Yas admits that she didn't really end things with her own boyfriend, which makes Dom sad.

Despite this twist, they both decide to live their own lives but will never forget each other.

10. Shortcomings

Year 2023
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Cast Justin H. Min Sherry Cola
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"Shortcomings" is a 2023 American comedy-drama movie that marks the directorial debut of Randall Park, who also serves as a co-producer. The story tells the journey of a couple facing the uncertainty of their future together.

Ben Tagawa (Justin H. Min) is an aspiring filmmaker who decides to drop out of college mid-way through. With no clear direction, he lives with his girlfriend, Miko (Ally Maki), who works diligently as staff at a film festival. Ben's days are mostly spent with his friend Alice (Sherry Cola).

This obviously upsets Miko. So, she decides to go to New York for an internship. Due to their long distance relationship, their communication slowly deteriorates.

After a long time apart, Alice asks Ben to go visit Miko. As soon as he meets his girlfriend, Ben finds out that Miko has cheated on him. Now Ben is trapped in a terrible situation, with no future and no one else to rely on. Can Ben recover from this crisis?

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