2015 was a golden year for romance on the big screen. Whether you’re a sucker for star-crossed lovers, heartfelt dramas, or witty romantic comedies, this year delivered unforgettable stories that made us laugh, cry, and believe in love again.
From sweeping epics to indie gems, the films that defined romance in 2015 offered emotional depth, iconic performances, and timeless moments. In this article, we look back at the most captivating romance movies of the year , the ones that stole our hearts and still linger in our memories.
1.The Ballad of Wallis Island
Plot: An eccentric lottery winner coaxes his favorite folk duo, who also happen to be his favorite former couple, out of retirement for an exclusive, private concert on his remote island. As the two estranged musicians are forced to confront their shared past and rekindle their creative spark, they discover that some melodies, and feelings, are impossible to forget.
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%
IMDb: 7.4/10
2.Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
Plot: Our beloved Bridget, now a single mother navigating her 50s after a tragic loss, dives back into the dating world with her signature blend of chaos and charm. Juggling a handsome younger man and an unexpected connection with her children’s teacher, Bridget proves that it’s never too late for a new chapter in love, life, and, of course, her diary.
Rotten Tomatoes: 89%
IMDb: 7.2/10
3.Anora
Plot: In this Palme d’Or-winning dark comedy, a young sex worker from Brooklyn believes she’s living a Cinderella story when she impulsively marries the son of a wealthy Russian oligarch. Her fairy tale is violently upended when his parents dispatch henchmen to New York to annul the marriage, leading to a chaotic, thrilling, and unexpectedly poignant story of survival and connection.
Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
IMDb: 7.0/10
4.A Nice Indian Boy
Plot: A gay Indian doctor, struggling with the cultural expectations of his loving but traditional family, finally meets the man of his dreams. The twist? His new fiancé, a charming photographer, is a white man who was adopted and raised by Indian parents and is, in many ways, more “Indian” than he is. This heartwarming romantic comedy beautifully explores family, identity, and the “bigness of love.”
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%
IMDb: 6.8/10
5.Materialists
Plot: From the acclaimed director of Past Lives, this sharp and stylish film centers on a high-end matchmaker in New York City who expertly navigates the love lives of the elite. Her own meticulously curated world is thrown into disarray when she finds herself caught in a love triangle between a wealthy, pragmatic client and her charismatic, artistic ex-boyfriend.
Rotten Tomatoes: 90%
IMDb: 6.7/10
6. The Idea of You
- Rotten Tomatoes: 83%
- IMDb: 6.9/10
Plot: A 40-year-old single mother, accompanying her daughter to a music festival, has a chance encounter with the 24-year-old lead singer of the world’s hottest boy band. What begins as a spark ignites into a whirlwind, passionate romance that challenges societal norms and forces them both to decide if their connection is worth the intense glare of the public spotlight.
7. On Swift Horses
- Rotten Tomatoes: 88% (based on early reviews)
- IMDb: 7.1/10
Plot: Set in the post-Korean War 1950s, this visually stunning period drama follows a newly married couple whose lives are disrupted by the arrival of the husband’s charismatic brother. While her husband dreams of a stable life, the wife discovers a secret passion for horse race betting, and his brother finds a forbidden, profound love in the vibrant underground scene of Las Vegas.
8. Winter Spring Summer or Fall
- Rotten Tomatoes: 85%
- IMDb: 6.8/10
Plot: A whip-smart, ambitious high school senior and a laid-back, free-spirited musician meet by chance and fall deeply in love over the course of one year. As their seasons together pass and the daunting reality of her impending departure for college looms, they are forced to confront whether their perfect romance can survive the ultimate test of distance.
9. The Wedding Banquet (2025)
- IMDb: 6.2/10
- Critical Consensus: Received positive notes for its modern take on a classic, celebrating diverse relationships with humor and heart.
Plot: In this fresh remake of the 1993 classic, a gay man enters into a marriage of convenience with a woman to appease his traditional family and help her secure a green card. The carefully constructed charade hilariously unravels during a lavish wedding banquet when his boyfriend poses as the best man, leading to a poignant and funny exploration of love, family, and cultural identity.
10. My Fault: London
- IMDb: 6.2/10
- Audience Consensus: A streaming hit, praised for its chemistry and dramatic tension.
Plot: When a young woman’s mother marries a wealthy Londoner, she is thrust into a new life of luxury. There she meets her new stepbrother, a rebellious and alluring “bad boy.” An undeniable and forbidden attraction ignites between them, leading to a passionate, secret affair threatened by their clashing worlds and her own hidden past.
