7 Rom-Coms That'll Make You Laugh, Cry, and Text Your Ex

Cuddling up to a rom-com is like diving into a warm, homemade bowl of macaroni and cheese: comforting, predictable, and deliciously satisfying. Whether you're craving laughs, a few tears, a juicy storyline, or a no-fail happy ending, rom-coms are sure to deliver every time — along with a few cheesy moments sprinkled in for good measure.

Ahead, find classic rom-coms with a feel-good vibe you can stream right now on Max. If you're after lighthearted, stress-free viewing, these endearing love stories are it. We can't promise they won't inspire you to rekindle an old romance, but we can promise a smile by the end of the credits.

A blockbuster mega-hit, "Crazy Rich Asians" isn't just great by rom-com standards, it's great, period. Adapted from the critically-acclaimed book, the 2018 movie tells the story of Nick Young (Henry Golding) and his girlfriend Rachel (Constance Wu). While the two live in NYC, Nick hails from Singapore, which is where his family and many close friends still reside. When he invites Rachel back to his home country to attend a friend's wedding, Rachel finds herself thrust into a world of luxury, extravagance, extreme wealth — and judgment. Not only is Rachel American-born, she also doesn't come from money, which for Nick's mom in particular, is, let's just say, less than ideal. As Rachel learns to navigate this new culture and impress Nick's family, hilarity — and of course important life lessons — ensue. The all-star cast includes heavy hitters like Awkwafina, Ken Jeong, Jimmy O. Yang, Academy-Award-winner Michelle Yeoh, and many more.

A cult favorite for a reason, 2002's "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" is heavy on both the rom and the com. The plot revolves around Toula Portokalos (Nia Vardalos) who, at 30 years old, isn't married (the horror!) and her very large, very Greek family is anxious for her to settle down… with a fellow Greek. When Toula and Ian Miller (John Corbett) fall in love, Toula must convince her father that a man who is not only American but is also a vegetarian is worthy of a place in the Portokalos family. Meanwhile, Ian must learn the ins and outs of Toula's quirky and loving relatives. Filled with memorable moments and big laughs, it's a rom-com everyone will appreciate and enjoy.

An indie coming-of-age film that captured audiences of all demographics (and was even nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards), "Juno" is a comedy-drama film filled with unique and interesting characters and a heartwarming message. Released in 2007, the movie follows a witty and sarcastic teenage girl named Juno MacGuff (Elliot Page) who becomes pregnant at 16 after a one-time encounter with a friend, Paulie Bleeker (Michael Cera). Juno decides to put their unborn baby up for adoption and chooses yuppie parents Vanessa (Jennifer Garner) and Mark (Jason Bateman). But although Juno has the begrudging support of her father (J.K. Simmons) and stepmother (Allison Janney), the teen still struggles to find her place in this new adult world. Filled with catchy one-liners, "Juno" is a must-watch.

One of John Hughes' "Brat Pack" films, "Pretty in Pink" is a generational favorite that stands the test of time. Released in 1986, it follows Andie (Molly Ringwald), who's a middle-class teen living in a Chicago suburb. As an outcast at her high school, Andie becomes elated when one of the wealthy, popular kids at school, Blane (Andrew McCarthy), asks her out. But while Andie is trying to impress Blane, her quirky classmate Duckie (Jon Cryer) is busy trying to pursue her. Not only does Ringwald give a fantastic performance, but "Pretty in Pink" also offers a charming look into high school dynamics of the '80s. It still remains a standout film today for its honest and relatable depiction of teenhood, class issues, and insecurities.

With an NYC backdrop and Jennifer Lopez as its leading lady, "Maid in Manhattan" is an early-aughts rom-com that's as cute as it is classic. The plot revolves around single mom Marisa Ventura (Lopez), who works as a maid in a luxury Manhattan hotel. A chance encounter with Christopher Marshall (Ralph Fiennes), the heir to a political dynasty, and one case of mistaken identity later, Marisa finds herself in the midst of a whirlwind romance. But of course after the inevitable occurs and Christopher discovers Marisa's true identity, the two must overcome their cultural differences if they want their happily ever after. Although it's predictable, it's a fish-out-of-water tale done in a delightfully skilled and interesting way.

Quintessential rom-com duo Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler star in this atypical love story that highlights the very real challenges of single parenting. The 2014 movie opens with a blind date between main characters Jim (Sandler) and Lauren (Barrymore), which is an absolute disaster. While Jim is a widower and Lauren is recently divorced, neither feels a spark for the other — even though the viewer knows they're destined to be together based on their matching minivans (because, of course). After a second-chance meet-cute, later followed by another random encounter at a resort in South Africa, the two — and their respective kids — find themselves forced to share the same vacation suite while participating in a variety of family activities together. Needless to say, Jim and Lauren eventually fall for each other, but the way they get there is entertaining to say the least.

"The Other Woman" is a tale as old as time starring Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, and Kate Upton. Following the simple woman-falls-for-man, woman-discovers-man-has-a-wife trope, Carly (Diaz) believes she's met the man of her dreams, only to find out he in fact is married to a woman named Kate (Mann). The storyline however, takes a turn when mistress and wife become BFFs. The plot thickens when they discover yet another mistress in the mix and the three decide to team up for revenge. While there's not much actual romance in the 2014 film, it has its fair share of laughs and is an especially great one to watch in the aftermath of a breakup.