The 7 Best Romantic Comedies to Watch This Valentine's Day

Cast: Hugh Grant , Keira Knightley, Colin Firth, Emma Thompson, Liam Neeson, Alan Rickman.

Synopsis: This ensemble film follows several intertwined love stories as Christmas approaches in London. We find a Prime Minister in love with his assistant, a writer who falls for his Portuguese cleaning lady, a young boy who tries to conquer the heart of his crush… An explosion of emotions and romance guaranteed.

Why watch it? With its British humor and endearing characters, Love Actually is a love letter to love in all its forms. Even though the film is set during Christmas, its universal message about love makes it perfect for Valentine's Day.

Cast: Julia Roberts , Richard Gere, Hector Elizondo.

Synopsis: Edward, a wealthy businessman, hires Vivian, a bubbly prostitute, to accompany him to various social events. What was supposed to be a simple financial arrangement turns into an unexpected and heartbreaking love story.

Why watch it? It's the ultimate modern fairy tale! With its transformation story, charisma and iconic soundtrack ( Oh, Pretty Woman by Roy Orbison), this film remains one of the most romantic and timeless.

Cast: Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

Synopsis: Based on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew , this teen movie follows Patrick, a mysterious bad boy who is hired to seduce Kat, an independent and sarcastic girl. As their relationship evolves, feelings become real, but secrets threaten everything.

Why watch it? The chemistry between Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles is electric, and who could forget the scene where Ledger sings Can't Take My Eyes Off You in the high school bleachers? A perfect film for a nostalgic and light-hearted Valentine's Day .

Cast: Kate Winslet , Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, Jack Black.

Synopsis: Two women, one in England and the other in Los Angeles, swap homes for the holidays to escape their romantic disappointments. Each will live an unexpected adventure and find love where she didn't expect it.

Why watch it? Between snowy landscapes and heartfelt romances, The Holiday is an emotional comfort. The Jude Law/Cameron Diaz duo is charming, and Kate Winslet's beautiful story offers a dose of hope and emotion.

Cast: Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone , Julianne Moore .

Synopsis: Cal learns that his wife is filing for divorce after 25 years of marriage. Depressed, he is taken under the wing of Jacob, a professional seducer who teaches him the art of flirting. But love is never simple, and Jacob himself will fall under the spell of an unexpected woman.

Why watch it? This movie strikes a perfect balance between comedy, romance and touching moments. And of course, you can't forget the scene where Ryan Gosling remakes Dirty Dancing with Emma Stone...

Cast: Ryan Gosling , Rachel McAdams, James Garner, Gena Rowlands.

Synopsis: In a retirement home, an old man reads every day to a woman suffering from Alzheimer's the story of Noah and Allie, a passionate couple from the 1940s, separated by life but whose love has survived everything.

Why watch it? This is the movie to watch if you like heartbreaking and intense love stories. Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams deliver memorable performances in this romantic drama that reminds us that true love never fades.

Cast: Julia Roberts, Hugh Grant, Rhys Ifans.

Synopsis: William, a discreet London bookseller, sees his life turned upside down when he meets Anna, a Hollywood superstar. Between their opposing worlds and the media pressure, their love story seems impossible... But does love always triumph?

Why watch it? With its London setting and memorable dialogue, this unlikely romance is funny, touching and magical. The meeting scene in the bookstore remains a true cult classic.