Move over, football. Romance takes center stage this weekend. After Super Bowl LIX, the next major event in America is Valentine’s Day. Many Americans will be looking to watch romance movies. From the classics, such as Casablanca and Roman Holiday, to the new school, like Set It Up and Hit Man, this is the weekend to watch a romance film.
Max has one of the more impressive lineups for a streaming service, with an entire section dedicated to romance. You already know the great ones to watch. How about the underrated gems? In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are three underrated Max movies to watch this weekend for the holiday.
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Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2014)
Believe it or not, people relied on Craigslist to find jobs, apartments, gigs, and services. In Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, the titular brothers used Craigslist to find wedding dates. Mike (Adam DeVine) and Dave (Zac Efron) constantly ruin their family’s gatherings. With their sister’s wedding approaching, the family gives the boys an ultimatum: they must bring dates.
Naturally, Mike and Dave use the internet to find dates by posting an ad on Craigslist. The ad goes viral and leads to a talk show appearance, attracting the attention of Tatiana (Aubrey Plaza) and Alice (Anna Kendrick). The girls view the wedding as a free vacation to Hawaii. The girls lie about their identities to win the gig. When the girls would rather party in Hawaii than hang with the family, the wedding begins to fall apart, putting Mike and Dave in a precarious position.
Stream Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates on Max.
Wild Mountain Thyme (2020)
John Patrick Shanley knows a thing or two about writing romance. The playwright and screenwriter won an Oscar for penning the script to Moonstruck. Shanley channeled his Irish roots for Wild Mountain Thyme. Set in Ireland, Rosemary Muldoon (Emily Blunt) makes it her mission to win the heart of her neighbor Anthony Reilly (Jamie Dornan).
However, Anthony is oblivious to Rosemary’s actions. When he finally plans to propose to Rosemary, Anthony loses the ring. To make matters worse, Anthony’s father has plans to sell the farm to his American nephew Adam (Jon Hamm), who takes an interest in Rosemary. Sooner or later, Anthony has to confess his love to Rosemary… right?
Stream Wild Mountain Thyme on Max.
Home Again (2017)
Reese Witherspoon and her Southern Belle energy are perfect for rom-coms. Home Again is not topping any list of best rom-coms, but it’s still a warm, heartfelt movie from a talented actress like Witherspoon. After separating from her husband, Alice Kinney needs a fresh start, so she moves from New York to Los Angeles with her two daughters.
While out celebrating her 40th birthday, Alice meets three aspiring filmmakers — Harry (Pico Alexander), George (Jon Rudnitsky), and Teddy (Nat Wolff). Alice hits it off with the boys and even has some romance with Harry. Unbeknownst to Alice, her mother, Lillian (Candice Bergen), lets the boys stay in the guest house. As it turns out, adding three boys to this complicated family is just what Alice needs.
Stream Home Again on Max.