There’s nothing quite like getting swept up in the tale of two people falling in love. Whether it’s a charming, laugh-a-minute rom-com or a lush melodrama, the romance genre has something for every kind of film lover.
2026 has shaped up to be a strong year for romance enthusiasts, who are truly spoiled for choice when it comes to movies that have landed in theaters and what's coming down the pipeline. There’s a buzzy new take on Emily Brontë’s classic gothic novel Wuthering Heights, the very first adaptation of an Emily Henry novel, and an intriguing Robert Pattinson and Zendaya-led A24 joint. There’s even a BDSM “dom-com.” Below, we’ve rounded up the best romance films of 2026 so far, and what’s coming soon. (And if you’re looking for something to watch right now, check out our list of the best romance movies of 2025.)
