By Katie Gray
The weather is always unpredictable, but how we spend our time during a rainy day doesn’t have to be. When it’s dreary outside, the best thing to do is stay inside and watch a movie. Watching celebrity couples on screen with your significant other is the perfect bonding experience. Plus, a movie date is classic! Many of these storylines involve love, celebrity engagements and celebrity babies. You’ll be happy you have your love by your side during these films. Watch celebrity relationships in movies unfold, snuggled up with your partner!
Cupid has compiled the 10 best couple movies for a rainy day:
1. The Proposal: This 2009 romantic comedy starring Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock will have you laughing and feeling the love. It shows us that sometimes we fall in love with someone who we least expect. The plot revolves around Margaret, a powerful publishing executive, and her assistant Andrew. In order to continue working in the United States as a Canadian, Margaret convinces Andrew to marry her, and in return he would get a promotion. We meet his family and get to see this story unfold. Bonus: Betty White plays the Grandma! Hilarious!
2. Juno: Diablo Cody outdid herself when she wrote this masterpiece film. She even won the Academy Award for Best Screenplay for it! The film stars Ellen Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, Allison Janney and J. K. Simmons. It’s a film you can watch as a couple and/or as a family. The comedy-drama is set in Minnesota and revolves around a teenager who finds herself pregnant and is giving the baby to a couple who can’t get pregnant through adoption. It’s fresh, funny and heartfelt. The film was so popular it earned over $231 million dollars, when the budget was only a little over $6 million. In fact, Jennifer Garner loved the script so much, she took on the role even though her salary alone is usually way over what the entire budget was for this production.
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3. The Wedding Singer: Who doesn’t love Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore? This 1998 rom-com, is about a wedding singer in the 80’s in New Jersey and a waitress at the reception hall he performs in. He sings catchy songs like, ‘You Spin Me Round’ and ‘Love Stinks.’ They form a friendship, although they’re both in different relationships. However; it shows us that sometimes being friends first leads to the best relationships. This is one wedding singer you don’t want to miss perform!
4. Couples Retreat: Why not watch Couples Retreat as a couple? This movie is a 2009 American romantic comedy starring Jon Favreau, Vince Vaughn, Jason Bateman, Faizon Love, Kristin Davis, Kristen Bell, Malin Akerman, Kali Hawk and Jean Reno. It was written by two of its stars, Favreau and Vaughn. This movie will make you laugh out loud, and maybe even teach you some tips for your own relationship.
5. Walk The Line: Fall into this burning ring of fire! This film is based on the true story of Johnny Cash and June Carter – country music royalty. It’s a beautiful love story, and it is full of love songs. The movie stars Reese Witherspoon and Joaquin Phoenix, who have so much chemistry on screen! In fact, Witherspoon even won an Oscar for her portrayal of June. This film shows us that sometimes we go through ups and downs with our soulmate, but that doesn’t mean we won’t end up with them. What is meant to be, will be!
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6. Breakfast At Tiffany’s: Indulge in this classic film with your partner on a rainy day. Audrey Hepburn is forever a Hollywood icon, and this film is one of her most famous roles. Set in New York City, this love story will keep your eyes glued to the screen. The best packages come in little blue boxes from Tiffany & Co., and the best things in life are the relationships we have with people.
7. The Spectacular Now: Based on the novel of the same name written by Tim Tharp, this film is spectacular. It stars Miles Teller and Shailene Woodley. It tells the story of two high school students who typically wouldn’t be a match, but end up making a pretty pair. The main character Sutter is a fun, party boy, who avoids the future, and Aimee a shy, nerdy, introvert who tends to be a pushover. They end up learning a lot from one another. Sometimes the best relationships are when we can teach our partner different things.
8. Runaway Bride: Julia Roberts and Richard Gere shine in this romantic comedy. Celebrity weddings, engagements and babies are always fun topics. In this film, it makes for great storylines. It’s a cute love story full of small town characters that will entertain you. It is also very realistic and truly makes you feel real emotions. Bond with this movie and characters, while bonding with your own partner!
9. How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days: Despite the title, this film is actually a heartfelt love story that packs the humor! It stars Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, and they make a pretty pair. It’s a funny flick that tells the tale of two people who think they are both playing the other. However; games played in love are put to the test in this film!
10. The Wedding Planner: Jennifer Lopez plays a wedding planner who takes care of everyone, but herself. She makes everyone’s big day extra special, but her own love life is nonexistent – until one day it changes. Fall in love with the woman who helps everyone else in love.
What are some of your favorite movies to watch as a couple? Comment below!
