Movies About Friends Falling In Love

From Robert Zemeckis, starring Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Sally Field
Rated PG-13

Forrest Gump is a 1994 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Eric Roth. Starring Tom Hanks in the title role, the film follows the life of a slow-witted but kind-hearted man from Alabama who witnesses, and in some cases influences, some of the defining events of the latter half of the 20th century in the United States. The story is told through the perspective of Forrest Gump, played by Hanks, as he recounts his epic life story to strangers while waiting for a bus. As Forrest's story unfolds, he experiences education, military service, love, and loss. The movie deals with themes of destiny and innocence, and explores the life of a person from a different perspective than most Hollywood films. Through his experiences, Forrest learns the importance of friendship, loyalty, kindness and faithfulness. Forrest Gump won Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Visual Effects, and Best Film Editing, among other awards.

From David Yates, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Michael Gambon
Rated PG-13

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is the eighth and final installment in the Harry Potter film series. Directed by David Yates, the film stars Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley, and Emma Watson as Hermione Granger. The film follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they search for the remaining Horcruxes in an attempt to defeat Lord Voldemort. Along the way, they discover a powerful artifact called the Deathly Hallows, which could give Voldemort unparalleled power. With the help of the Order of the Phoenix, they are able to finally confront Voldemort in a titanic final battle at Hogwarts. The film culminates with Harry and Voldemort's final battle which decides the fate of the wizarding world. In the end, Harry defeats Voldemort and brings peace to the world. The film closes with the characters saying goodbye to each other and beginning a new chapter in their lives.

From Directors: Danny Boyle, Loveleen Tandan, starring Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Saurabh Shukla, Anil Kapoor
Rated R

Slumdog Millionaire is a 2008 British drama film directed by Danny Boyle and Loveleen Tandan. It is an adaptation of the novel Q & A by Indian author Vikas Swarup. The film stars Dev Patel, Freida Pinto, Madhur Mittal, Anil Kapoor, and Irrfan Khan. The film tells the story of Jamal Malik, an 18-year-old orphan from the slums of Mumbai who is one question away from winning the grand prize of the Indian version of the game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?. As he is interrogated by the police authorities regarding how he got the answer to each of the questions, Jamal tells them his life story and how each event in his life is related to the answers he had given. Through Jamal's journey, the film highlights the poverty and extreme inequality that exists in India. It also explores themes such as fate, survival, love, and destiny. Ultimately, Jamal is able to answer the grand prize question correctly, and he wins the show. He then uses his winnings to reunite with his long-lost love, Latika.

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

The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a 2012 coming-of-age drama film based on the 1999 novel of the same name written by Stephen Chbosky. The film follows the main character, Charlie, as he navigates his freshman year of high school and his transition from childhood to adulthood. The film explores themes of identity, friendship, family, and trauma. Charlie struggles to find a place to belong, eventually finding comfort in two seniors, Patrick and Sam. Together, the trio explore the highs and lows of high school life, including relationships, drugs and alcohol, and dealing with the lingering trauma from Charlie’s past. Ultimately, Charlie is able to confront his inner demons and come to terms with who he is. The film stars Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, and Ezra Miller.

From Nikkhil Advani, starring Preity Zinta, Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Jaya Bachchan
Rated Not Rated

Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) is a romantic drama directed by Nikkhil Advani. The film follows the story of Aman Mathur (Shah Rukh Khan), a young man living in New York City who, despite his own pain, is determined to bring happiness to those around him. Aman is determined to save the family of his best friend, Rohit (Saif Ali Khan), from their impending financial ruin. Through his relationships with Rohit, Rohit's sister, Naina (Preity Zinta), and his own family, Aman ultimately learns the true meaning of love, friendship, and family. Despite the tragedy of his own life, Aman is determined to help others find joy and happiness. In the end, Aman finds the courage to move on and live a life of hope and joy.

From Ang Lee, starring Chow Yun-Fat, Michelle Yeoh, Ziyi Zhang, Chang Chen
Rated PG-13

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a 2000 martial arts film directed by Ang Lee and written by Wang Hui-Ling, James Schamus, and Tsai Kuo Jung. Set in the Qing Dynasty during the 19th century, the story follows a highly skilled warrior, Li Mu Bai, and his lifelong friend, Shu Lien. After Li Mu Bai entrusts his legendary Green Destiny sword to Shu Lien, the sword is stolen by a mysterious masked thief. The two embark on a quest to recover the sword and confront the thief, who is revealed to be Jen, a skilled martial artist and the daughter of a local governor. Along the way, they are joined by Yu Shu Lien, Jen's nemesis and former lover. As they travel, they face off against a variety of adversaries, including Jen's master, Jade Fox. The film features a mixture of martial arts and wire work with sweeping, epic scenery, and is considered a classic example of the "wuxia" genre.

From Rob Reiner, starring Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher, Bruno Kirby
Rated R

When Harry Met Sally... is a romantic comedy directed by Rob Reiner, starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan. The film follows the story of two friends, Harry and Sally, who meet in college and have a series of relationships over the course of 12 years. As they try to move on from their respective pasts, they discover that despite their differences, there is a strong bond between them. They eventually realize that they are perfect for each other and finally decide to get married. Along the way, the movie follows their adventures, discusses themes of love, friendship, trust and commitment, and features some of the most iconic scenes in film history.

From Rob Reiner, starring Madeline Carroll, Callan McAuliffe, Rebecca De Mornay, Anthony Edwards
Rated PG

Flipped is a romantic comedy-drama film directed by Rob Reiner and based on the novel of the same name by Wendelin Van Draanen. It follows the story of two 8th graders, Bryce (Callan McAuliffe) and Juli (Madeline Carroll), who are neighbors since the first grade. As they grow older, they form an unlikely friendship, and then a relationship. Through the years, they experience different obstacles and life changes, but their bond remains strong. The film focuses on their individual perspectives, as Bryce and Juli take turns narrating the story. In the end, they learn to accept each other's differences and fall in love.

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

Juno is a 2007 American comedy-drama film directed by Jason Reitman and written by Diablo Cody. The film stars Ellen Page as the title character, an independent-minded teenager confronting an unplanned pregnancy and the subsequent events that put pressures of adult life onto her. The film also stars Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, Allison Janney, and J.K. Simmons. Juno is a sixteen-year-old high school student who accidentally becomes pregnant due to a one-night stand with her friend Paulie Bleeker (Michael Cera). With the help of her best friend Leah, Juno searches for a couple to adopt her unborn child. She finds Mark and Vanessa Loring (Jason Bateman and Jennifer Garner), a married couple struggling to conceive a child of their own. After some initial feelings of discomfort and awkwardness, Juno and Mark become closer, and she decides to give the baby to them. During the nine months of Juno's pregnancy, she struggles with the emotions and consequences of her situation. She also forms a special bond with Mark as she comes to terms with the reality of her situation, and their friendship eventually evolves into romance. Ultimately, Juno decides to put the baby's needs ahead

From Todd Haynes, starring Julianne Moore, Dennis Quaid, Dennis Haysbert, Patricia Clarkson
Rated PG-13

From Gina Prince-Bythewood, starring Sanaa Lathan, Omar Epps, Glenndon Chatman, Jess Willard
Rated PG-13

From Neil Jordan, starring Stephen Rea, Jaye Davidson, Forest Whitaker, Miranda Richardson
Rated R

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

From Christian Ditter, starring Lily Collins, Sam Claflin, Christian Cooke, Jaime Winstone
Rated R

From Howard Deutch, starring Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson, Lea Thompson, Craig Sheffer
Rated PG-13

From Lone Scherfig, starring Anne Hathaway, Jim Sturgess, Patricia Clarkson, Tom Mison
Rated PG-13

From Rob Reiner, starring John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, Anthony Edwards, Boyd Gaines
Rated PG-13

From Patricia Rozema, starring Frances O'Connor, Jonny Lee Miller, Alessandro Nivola, Hannah Taylor Gordon
Rated PG-13

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

From Tony McNamara, starring Jordan Brooking, Ben Lee, Rose Byrne, Miranda Richardson
Rated Not Rated

From Michael Dowse, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Zoe Kazan, Megan Park, Adam Driver
Rated PG-13

From Nora Ephron, starring Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Greg Kinnear, Parker Posey
Rated PG

From Tom Vaughan, starring James McAvoy, Alice Eve, Rebecca Hall, Joseph Friend
Rated PG-13

From Lynn Shelton, starring Mark Duplass, Emily Blunt, Rosemarie DeWitt, Mike Birbiglia
Rated R

From Nigel Cole, starring Ashton Kutcher, Amanda Peet, Taryn Manning, Aimee Garcia
Rated PG-13