The 10 Best Movie Couples, According To Reddit

Whether cuddling up with a significant other or a tub of Ben and Jerry’s, Valentine’s Day is a great reason to settle down on the couch and binge-watch some good movies. After all, film is of the best art forms to tell epic love stories, and plenty of flicks, both new and old, leave viewers in awe of the on-screen romances.

In order for filmmakers to create the perfect romantic couple, they have to develop interesting and endearing characters to reel viewers and get them invested in their romance. Reddit user AnnaBoots sought the help of fellow Redditors to find the absolute best on-screen depiction of love. These iconic movie couples leave viewers feeling all loved up.

Jim And Lauren (Blended)

As far as worst dates go, it’s safe to say that Lauren scored high when she met Jim, the pair immediately got off on the wrong foot with Jim clearly being more interested in the TV behind Laurens’s head. Jim and Lauren may have started off as enemies but the couple is a pro at faking it, especially when an amazing holiday is on the line.

The couple’s fake relationship soon turns into a real one where they act as the perfect balance to one another: Jim helps Lauren step out of her comfort zone whilst Lauren aids Jim in releasing the strict reigns he has on his daughter. According to eck226, Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler are always “winners in [their] book,” even in Blended’s enemies to lovers trope. The pair comfort each other whilst also helping to rebuild one another’s confidence which is a staple of any good relationship.

Baby And Debora (Baby Driver)

In terms of every movie Lily James has appeared in, her appearance as Debora in Baby Driver is definitely one of her most romantic roles. It’s love at first sight when Debora walks into the diner singing and the pair have the most adorable meet-cute to date.

The pair become a somewhat toned-down version of Bonnie and Clyde in their love of music and their need to be on the run. But like all criminal couples, Baby goes down in flames whilst Debora waits patiently for him to be released. LordCaelistis shared that this was “the first time [they] genuinely wanted two movie characters to end up together.” The pair shared an unconditional love that saw them have their happy ending (even after a stint in prison).

Clarence And Alabama (True Romance)

Baby and Debora were a welcome addition to the world of criminal couples but True Romance‘s Clarence and Alabama helped to pave the way for lawless lovers. It is ultimately a tale of obsession with Clarence being as obsessed with Alabama as she is with him, the couple seek to protect one another and will go to great lengths to do so.

A now deleted Reddit user was quick to explain their love for the pair by saying “Slater and Arquette had such great chemistry” which enabled them to create such a wonderful yet warped depiction of love. The pair literally couldn’t keep their hands off one another even when bullets were flying their way, luckily they dodged each bullet and ended up back in each other’s arms, proving that they really were “so cool.”

Joel And Clementine (Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind)

Eternal Sunshine has become an essential breakup movie. Joel and Clementine have a somewhat rocky relationship but the pair remain a staple couple within the world of romantic science fiction. They aren’t the perfect couple viewers expect from a romantic movie but that’s what makes them so believable.

Joel and Clementine don’t represent a shiny perfected version of love. Instead, Redditor final-confluence outlines how the pair “accept that their relationship is going to fail, but get together anyway because the good moments are worth it” which is why they remain a fan favorite for many.

Eilis And Tony (Brooklyn)

In Brooklyn, Eilis and Tony’s story is one of first love and the pair’s whirlwind romance is infectious. Fan thisisshortenough expresses on Reddit that they “adore that relationship so much that watching Brooklyn is like putting on a pair of cozy socks.”

Their relationship adopts the loud and proud PDA of child-like love, one that is synonymous with a first relationship. Eilis and Tony’s relationship highlights the butterflies most hopeless romantics get when falling in love for the very first time which is why the couple is so adored by many viewers.

Armand And Albert (The Birdcage)

The Birdcage was a revolutionary yet refreshing movie that attempted to move the representation of the LGBTQ+ community forward following the aids crisis and the ignorant stereotypes that haunted society after it. Armand and Albert were endearing, charming, and completely lovable and helped to pave the way for more honest representations of married life.

The sign of a healthy relationship is laughter and this pair proved that in more ways than one. They also showcased their stability and love for one another as well as their loving approach to parenting. Armand and Albert’s interesting dialogue summarised their love for one another with fans like dustbunnee quoting the couple’s most iconic line: “There’s only one place in the world I call home and it’s because you’re there.”

Harry And Sally (When Harry Met Sally)

There are many reasons why When Harry Met Sally is a great love story but the growing relationship between the pair is the main one. When they first meet Harry is taken back by Sally’s no-nonsense attitude whilst she is completely disgusted with his desire to spit grape seeds against her window.

The couple goes from hating one another to falling deeply in love through their open lines of communication where anything is on the cards. According to a now deleted Reddit user, Harry and Sally are such a great couple because they “feel like real people” and the characters “feel lived in.” This is an opinion shared by many fans thanks to the film’s honest and interesting dialogue that perfectly captured the couple’s development.

Sebastian And Mia (La La Land)

Sebastian and Mia gave viewers some of the most heartwarming movie moments in La La Land, thanks to the musical’s classic Hollywood style and the pair’s charming dance scenes. But it was the couple’s individual love of the creative industry that made them such a heartwarming watch.

They supported each other to achieve their dreams which inevitably led to them going separate ways to make room for each other’s growth, which is a particularly refreshing depiction of modern-day romance. Whilst many fans wanted the pair to remain together, Nitsua-Nat explained that “the ending just kinda made their relationship in the movie way more interesting/heartbreaking.” Despite not ending up together in the end, Sebastian and Mia remain one of the film’s best ever couples.

Jesse And Celine (The Before Trilogy)

A chance encounter on a train led to the Before Trilogy creating the greatest love story ever told. Jesse and Celine’s whole relationship is built on a conversation: they talk about everything and anything which makes their relationship such a deep and knowledgeable one.

Fans loved this as it gave a more intense depiction of love that was free from the shiny honeymoon tint often seen in romantic dramas. Jesse and Celine represented the real, as emphasized by a since deleted Reddit user who shared that they “just love the flaws they give the characters.” The pair’s connection may have been free from romantic ploys but it didn’t shy away from representing intense passion created from raw realness.

Gomez And Morticia (The Addams Family)

Gomez and Morticia are one of the most romantic couples ever seen on screen, this gothic couple represents everything love is meant to look like. They have a complete admiration for one another which is often shown through intense and obsessional personal affection. Both characters are as interesting as the other, making them the perfect match, not to mention their ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

They may be a unique couple but they represent what a healthy relationship should look like and leave many viewers longing for a love like theirs. Typical_Humanoid explains that Gomez and Morticia are their “idea of a perfect couple,” going on to say their love has “been making all of us jealous for decades.” The couple’s love for one another even outweighs their love for darkness.

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