by Aleah Singleton
Are you ready for Date Night?! I know it is hard to go out with your significant other in a time like this; no movie theaters, no bowling alleys, and only restaurants where you are 6 feet apart. It is hard to go out and have fun during this time, but why can’t you stay in? You can spend a lovely evening with your sweetheart at home! Just imagine, you and your date comfortable in your home, with food of your choice, with a movie right on your TV screen. But how might you ask? I am going to share with you 10 of the best movies on movie streaming networks like Hulu and Netflix that you and your partner can cuddle up and watch together at your home.
1. 50 First Dates
This Rom-Com is a perfect choice for the couple that wants to laugh and witness an interesting love story. This movie stars Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore where he falls in love with a woman who has short term memory loss and does not remember a thing that happens the day before. So how does that love story bloom? This film can be watched in the comfort of your home for you and your partner to enjoy!
Now Streaming on Hulu.
2. The Other Guys
Not up for a chick flick? Why not a funny action movie! The Other Guys is a Comedy/Action film that stars Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg where these two embark on a journey to be taken seriously as real cops in the crazy city of New York. Along the way, they discover what it takes to be a real cop and form a beautiful friendship. Relax and enjoy a good laugh and action-packed film with your significant other.
Now streaming on Netflix.
3. The Interview
Do you want to spend the whole night laughing? This is the movie for you. This movie highlights the tension between the US and North Korea while bringing humor to the situation. The plot of the movie revolves around two anchors who like to interview celebrities and they miraculously get an interview with the president of North Korea. James Franco, Seth Rogen, and Randall Park will make you and your date laugh from beginning to end in this movie.
Now streaming on Netflix.
4. A Quiet Place
If you’re the couple who loves a good horror movie then this one's for you. A Quiet Place is a Horror/Sci-fi movie starring John Krasinski and Emily Blunt where they have to protect their family from the dangerous creatures that lurk in their area. These creatures hunt by ear, so if they hear you...they attack. Watch this eye-catching thriller with that special someone you want to snuggle up with.
Now streaming on Hulu.
5. Silver Lining Playbook
Need a film that has some drama and a little bit of love? Then this film is the perfect choice for you and your partner. Witness the crazy journey of Pat, played by Bradley Cooper, and Tiffany, played by Jennifer Lawrence, who have both lost their jobs and their lovers but find each other through the chaos. You and your lover will surely enjoy this unplanned love story brought by unfortunate circumstances.
Now streaming on Netflix.
6. Always Be My Maybe
You know the story, boy and girl are best friends, they separate and come from different worlds, and then after many years, they find each other again? Well, this is that story but a whole lot funnier. Always be my Maybe, starring Ali Wong as Sasha and Randell Park as Marcus, contributes to the epic Mariah Carey song “Always be my Baby” where their love story unfolds. Want to see how boy and girl fall back in love? Then this movie is the one for you and your “baby”.
Now streaming on Netflix.
7. The Ugly Truth
Yes, another Romcom, but what’s a date night without a little bit of love, and trust me, this is not your typical love story. Discover how Abbey, played by Katherine Heigl, and Mike, played by Gerald Butler, establish a love that was fueled by hate. She thinks with her mind and he thinks with what’s in his pants, perfect pair right? This movie will make you laugh and say “what the heck?”; perfect for a fun date night at the house.
Now streaming on Netflix.
8. Hitch
Not only is this a Romcom, but it is a movie about friendship. A man named Albert, played by Kevin James, needs help with love from the love doctor Alex, played by Will Smith. However, it would seem that the love doctor needs to take his own advice when it comes to women. Find out how these two men come together to guide each other to the women they love. And let me tell you, it was not easy, but it was sure as heck funny! You and your date will enjoy this film, and who knows, maybe you’ll learn from it.
Now streaming on Hulu.
9. Bird Box
If you have not seen this movie already, this is a good time. This movie will have you on your toes with suspense even if you are watching it for the second or third time. Bird Box is set during an apocalyptic time where a dark force is making people kill themselves when they look at it. A woman, played by Julia Roberts, and two kids are traveling to a safe space throughout the movie. Cuddle time is here and this movie gives you a perfect excuse for you to cuddle with your significant other.
Now streaming on Netflix.
10. To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
I could not have left out the typical High School romance movie as a choice for a date night! To all the Boys I’ve Loved Before stars Lana Condor as Lara who writes 5 personal letters to all her crushes she’s ever had, one being the most popular guy in school Peter, played by Noah Centineo, and the other being her sister's boyfriend Josh, played by Israel Brassard. The letters get out, and drama erupts. But can what started as a tragic issue turn into a high school romance? Cuddle up with your partner and find out how a simple letter changed everything.
Now streaming on Netflix.
All of these movies can be viewed in the comforts of your own home with the person you want to share it with. Leave a message down below and share which movie is your favorite and your stay-at-home date night experience!
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