Movies About Best Friends Falling In Love

From Spike Jonze, starring Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson, Rooney Mara
Rated R

Her is a 2013 American romantic science fiction drama film written, directed, and produced by Spike Jonze. Set in Los Angeles in the near future, the film follows Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix), a man who develops a relationship with Samantha (Scarlett Johansson), an artificially intelligent virtual assistant personified through a female voice. Theodore works for a company that creates personalized letters for people who are unable to express their feelings. His job leads him to become increasingly isolated and introverted. He purchases the new OS1, which is advertised as the world’s first artificially intelligent operating system. Theodore is initially delighted with his purchase, particularly when he realizes that the OS1’s voice and intelligence are far beyond what he was expecting. Samantha is a highly responsive, understanding, and empathetic operating system. She and Theodore develop a close bond, and eventually a relationship. Despite the complexity and depth of their relationship, Theodore is eventually forced to confront the reality that his relationship with Samantha is impossible. He must come to terms with the fact that he cannot be with an operating system and that, ultimately, he is alone.

From Mike Nichols, starring Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft, Katharine Ross, William Daniels
Rated PG

The Graduate is a 1967 American comedy-drama film directed by Mike Nichols and written by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry. The film stars Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross, and tells the story of a recent college graduate, Benjamin Braddock (Hoffman), who is seduced by an older woman, Mrs. Robinson (Bancroft), and then falls in love with her daughter Elaine (Ross). Benjamin is caught in a dilemma between his older lover and his newfound love, as he is expected to marry Elaine by her parents in order to keep them from knowing about his affair with Mrs. Robinson. After a series of adventures and misadventures, Benjamin and Elaine eventually get married despite the objections of Mrs. Robinson. In the end, Benjamin and Elaine move away from their home town and begin a new life together.

From Stephen Chbosky, starring Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Paul Rudd
Rated PG-13

The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a coming-of-age drama following the life of introverted freshman Charlie, played by Logan Lerman, as he navigates his way through his first year of high school. Charlie is an outsider who struggles to fit in and make friends, until he meets two seniors, Sam and Patrick, who take him under their wing and show him the true meaning of friendship. With their guidance, Charlie dives into the high school experience, going to parties, discovering new music, and forming a deep connection with a fellow classmate, all while struggling with the traumas of his past. As the movie progresses, Charlie learns how to find courage and strength in his relationships and gradually starts to come out of his shell, learning that it's okay to be a wallflower and not have all the answers.

From David O. Russell, starring Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver
Rated R

Silver Linings Playbook is a 2012 romantic comedy-drama directed by David O. Russell and starring Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro and Jacki Weaver. The film follows Pat Solitano (Cooper), a former teacher with bipolar disorder who moves back in with his parents after spending eight months in a mental institution. Pat is determined to rebuild his life and reunite with his estranged wife, but he meets a mysterious young widow (Lawrence) who offers to help him get back on his feet. As Pat and the widow become closer, they help each other find their own silver linings. In the process, Pat learns to accept his condition and take control of his own life. The film was nominated for eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and won one for Best Actress (Jennifer Lawrence).

From Wes Anderson, starring Gene Hackman, Gwyneth Paltrow, Anjelica Huston, Ben Stiller
Rated R

The Royal Tenenbaums is a character-driven comedy-drama film directed by Wes Anderson. Set in New York City, the story follows the lives of the eccentric Tenenbaum family, who were once a successful and respected clan of geniuses. Royal (Gene Hackman), the patriarch of the family, has been kicked out of the family home for his philandering ways. His three children, Chas (Ben Stiller), Margot (Gwyneth Paltrow), and Richie (Luke Wilson), are all grown up and dealing with the struggles of adulthood. The film follows the family as they reunite after years of separation and attempt to reconnect with one another. Along the way, they must confront past issues and heal old wounds. Through the comedic and touching story, The Royal Tenenbaums provides a glimpse into the lives of a family facing both the joys and sorrows of life.

From Billy Wilder, starring Humphrey Bogart, Audrey Hepburn, William Holden, Walter Hampden
Rated Passed

Sabrina (1954) is a romantic comedy-drama directed by Billy Wilder, based on the play of the same name by Samuel Taylor. The film stars Humphrey Bogart, Audrey Hepburn, and William Holden. It tells the story of Sabrina Fairchild (Hepburn), the daughter of the chauffeur for the wealthy Larrabee family. Sabrina falls in love with David Larrabee (Holden), the playboy younger brother of Linus Larrabee (Bogart). But Linus insists that David must marry a suitable woman of his own class. Sabrina is ultimately sent off to Paris to acquire sophistication and returns a beautiful, worldly woman. David falls in love with Sabrina, but so does Linus, resulting in a romantic triangle of love, jealousy and betrayal. In the end, Sabrina and David are married, and Linus realizes that he must learn to sacrifice his own happiness for the greater good.

From Jason Reitman, starring Elliot Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman
Rated PG-13

Juno (Ellen Page) is a sixteen-year-old high school student in Minnesota who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. Despite her initial shock and reluctance to tell her parents (Allison Janney and J.K. Simmons), Juno decides to carry the baby to term and puts an ad in the newspaper to find suitable adoptive parents. She finds Mark (Jason Bateman) and Vanessa (Jennifer Garner), an affluent suburban couple who she initially views as perfect for the job. However, through her interactions with them Juno begins to realize that life is far more complicated than she had initially thought. Along the way, she is supported by her best friend, Leah (Olivia Thirlby), her father (J.K. Simmons) and her baby-daddy, Paulie (Michael Cera). Through her experiences, Juno ultimately learns to move on with her life and take responsibility for her decisions.

From Sam Raimi, starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Willem Dafoe, James Franco
Rated PG-13

From Sam Raimi, starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Alfred Molina, James Franco
Rated PG-13

From Directors: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee, starring Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad
Rated PG

From David O. Russell, starring Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence
Rated R

From Adam Brooks, starring Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Abigail Breslin, An Nguyen
Rated PG-13

From Nicholas Stoller, starring Kristen Bell, Jason Segel, Paul Rudd, Mila Kunis
Rated R

From Jason Moore, starring Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, Rebel Wilson, Anna Camp
Rated PG-13

From Amy Heckerling, starring Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, Paul Rudd
Rated PG-13

From Greg Mottola, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Ryan Reynolds, Martin Starr
Rated R

From Lake Bell, starring Lake Bell, Fred Melamed, Michaela Watkins, Rob Corddry
Rated R

From Lee Kirk, starring Jenna Fischer, Chris Messina, Topher Grace, Malin Akerman
Rated PG-13

From Ben Stiller, starring Winona Ryder, Ethan Hawke, Janeane Garofalo, Steve Zahn
Rated PG-13

From David O. Russell, starring Jason Schwartzman, Jude Law, Naomi Watts, Mark Wahlberg
Rated R

From David Wain, starring Janeane Garofalo, David Hyde Pierce, Michael Showalter, Marguerite Moreau
Rated R

From Will Gluck, starring Mila Kunis, Justin Timberlake, Patricia Clarkson, Jenna Elfman
Rated R

From Ken Kwapis, starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily
Rated PG-13

From Dennis Dugan, starring Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, Brooklyn Decker, Nicole Kidman
Rated PG-13

From Anand Tucker, starring Steve Martin, Claire Danes, Jason Schwartzman, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras
Rated R