The romantic drama genre has a way of capturing our hearts and making us believe in the power of love. If you enjoyed The Best of Me, you’ll love these 14 movies that bring similar emotions to the screen. Dive into these heartfelt stories and let the romance sweep you away.
1. The Notebook
The Notebook is a timeless love story based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel. It stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as a young couple who fall deeply in love during the early 1940s. Their passionate romance is tested by societal expectations and personal hardships.
2. A Walk to Remember
Starring Mandy Moore and Shane West, A Walk to Remember is another Nicholas Sparks adaptation. This touching film follows the unlikely romance between a rebellious teenager and a kind-hearted girl who teaches him about love and faith.
3. Dear John
Dear John features Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried in a story about love and sacrifice. The film follows a soldier and a college student who fall in love but are separated by John’s military service, testing the strength of their relationship.
4. Safe Haven
In Safe Haven, Julianne Hough and Josh Duhamel star in a romantic thriller about a woman with a mysterious past who finds love in a small town. As her secrets come to light, she must confront her fears to embrace a future with her new love.
5. The Longest Ride
The Longest Ride intertwines two love stories: one between a young couple played by Britt Robertson and Scott Eastwood, and another between an elderly man and his late wife. The film explores the impact of love and sacrifice across generations.
6. The Lucky One
Zac Efron stars in The Lucky One as a Marine who finds a photograph of a woman during his tour in Iraq and believes she is his good luck charm. When he returns home, he sets out to find her and ends up falling in love.
7. The Vow
The Vow is inspired by a true story and stars Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum. After a car accident leaves Paige with severe memory loss, her husband Leo must help her rediscover their love and rebuild their life together.
8. The Fault in Our Stars
Based on the bestselling novel by John Green, The Fault in Our Stars stars Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort as two teenagers with cancer who fall in love. Their journey is both heartwarming and heartbreaking as they navigate life and love.
9. Me Before You
Me Before You features Emilia Clarke and Sam Claflin in a story about an unlikely romance between a quirky caregiver and a wealthy young man who becomes paralyzed. Their relationship changes both of their lives in unexpected ways.
10. P.S. I Love You
Starring Hilary Swank and Gerard Butler, P.S. I Love You is about a widow who discovers that her late husband left her a series of letters to help her move on and find happiness. The film is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and healing.
11. One Day
One Day stars Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess as two friends who meet on the same day each year for two decades. The film chronicles their evolving relationship and the impact of their choices on their lives and love.
12. Love, Rosie
Love, Rosie features Lily Collins and Sam Claflin as childhood best friends who struggle with their feelings for each other. The film follows their journey through missed opportunities and life changes as they try to find their way back to each other.
13. The Time Traveler’s Wife
Starring Rachel McAdams and Eric Bana, The Time Traveler’s Wife is a unique love story about a man with a genetic disorder that causes him to time travel unpredictably. Despite the challenges, his wife remains devoted to their love.
14. Endless Love
Endless Love stars Alex Pettyfer and Gabriella Wilde as a passionate young couple whose love is tested by their families’ disapproval. The film explores the intensity of first love and the obstacles that come with it.
These movies, much like The Best of Me, are filled with romance, emotion, and unforgettable stories that will tug at your heartstrings. Enjoy these heartfelt films and let the magic of love inspire you!
