Try as you might, it’s hard to knock some good old romance on the big screen.
It comes in many forms, with romcoms, raunchy, forbidden love and all in between dominating our screens each Valentine’s Day.
And while each romantic film can vary in its content, one thing that any self respecting romantic film needs is a great on-screen couple, whether or not these iconic movie couples get their happily ever after or not.
Some films have sparked so much on-screen chemistry that the actors have actually fallen in love off-screen – and yes, some of those can even be classified as forbidden love (we’re looking at you Mr and Mrs Smith).
So, forget the overpriced romantic meal out, crack open the red wine and suggest some Netflix and chill with our list of the top 10 movie couples currently on Netflix.
And while each romantic film can vary in its content, one thing that any self respecting romantic film needs is a great on-screen couple, whether or not these iconic movie couples get their happily ever after or not.
5. Gatsby and Daisy - The Great Gatsby
Based on the 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, DiCaprio plays Gatsby, a man who paints a tale of impossible love, dreams, and ultimately, tragedy. Photo: Bazmark Films/Warner Bros/Kobal/Shutterstock
The late, great Heath Ledger stars alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in Brokeback Mountain in a tale of forbidden love which spans the course of nearly two decades. Photo: Focus/Kobal/Shutterstock
Blue Is The Warmest Colour follows French teen Adèle as she forms a strong emotional and sexual connection with an older art student Léa who she meets in a bar. Photo: Moviestore/Shutterstock
Looking for a light hearted love story to watch? Try Friends With Benefits. Starring Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis, the film follows an unlikely tale of love, as two friends prove there's more to their relationship than the physical benefits. Photo: Castle Rock Entertainment/Kobal/Shutterstock