Rom-Com Picks for January 2025: Classic Charm and New Twists
While Christmas rom-coms may have had their time, January still offers a delightful selection of rom-coms to enjoy.
While Christmas rom-coms may have had their time, January still offers a delightful selection of rom-coms to enjoy. Though the pickings are light after the holiday season, there are still plenty of fan favorites and new spins on the genre. Here are some recommended rom-coms to stream this month:
1. Sixteen Candles (1984)
A John Hughes classic that kick-started the coming-of-age genre, Sixteen Candles is an iconic teen rom-com starring Molly Ringwald as Samantha, whose 16th birthday is overshadowed by her sister’s wedding. Samantha’s dream is to win the heart of senior Jake Ryan (Michael Schoeffling), but she finds herself contending with the awkward affections of geeky Ted (Anthony Michael Hall). With its heartfelt humor and iconic moments, this movie is a sweet, nostalgic pick.
Stream on: Netflix.
2. Notting Hill (1999)
A hallmark of 1990s rom-coms, Notting Hill stars Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts, two of the genre’s most beloved leads. Grant plays William Thacker, a bookstore owner whose life is turned upside down when famous actress Anna Scott (Roberts) walks into his shop. The chemistry between the two is undeniable, but the gulf between Anna’s star power and William’s ordinary life makes their budding romance complicated. The unforgettable “I’m just a girl” speech still tugs at the heartstrings.
Stream on: Netflix.
3. Love Wedding Repeat (2020)
This rom-com adds a fresh twist to the time-loop trope. In Love Wedding Repeat, Jack (Sam Claflin), the brother of the bride, gets multiple chances to relive the same wedding day. His mission? To reconnect with Dina (Olivia Munn), the woman he tried to profess his love to three years earlier, but whose moment was interrupted. Through various iterations of the wedding, Jack gets closer to fixing things, but it all hinges on finding the right version of events.
Stream on: Netflix.
Whether you’re in the mood for a nostalgic teen romance, a charming British love story, or a quirky take on time loops, January’s rom-com lineup on Netflix offers something for everyone.
