Looking for something to watch on Netflix during quarantine? If you haven’t delved into the world of Filipino romantic comedies yet, now might be a good time to start.
17 Filipino Rom-Coms You Can Watch on Netflix Now
17. Can’t Help Falling in Love (2017)
Starring: Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla
Gab becomes engaged to her long-time boyfriend Jason and discovers that she is already married, but to a total stranger.
16. The National Third Wheel (2018)
Starring: Sam Milby, Yassi Pressman
Unlucky in love, a woman finds herself in a unique arrangement when she meets a man who surpasses her expectations.
15. Starting Over Again (2014)
Starring: Piolo Pascual, Toni Gonzaga
Architecture student Ginny and history professor Marco fall in love, bringing out the best in each other… until their breakup, that is. Years later, the two meet again for a joint project.
14. Finally Found Someone (2017)
Starring: John Lloyd Cruz, Sarah Geronimo
When a woman is left at the altar, the video goes viral online and a PR rep is hired to help her – only to fall in love with her himself.
13. That Thing Called Tadhana (2014)
Starring: Angelica Panganiban, JM de Guzman
A woman struggling to meet airline baggage requirements meets a man who comes to her aid. They form a friendship that helps them mend each other’s hearts.
12. Imagine You and Me (2016)
Starring: Alden Richards, Maine Mendoza
A young woman working as a caregiver meets a depressed man who is trying to get over his breakup.
11. All of You (2017)
Starring: Jennylyn Mercado, Derek Ramsay
Two strangers meet on a dating app. However, as their differences become apparent, their relationship begins to unravel and the two are forced to decide on what lies in store for them.
10. Luck at First Sight (2017)
Starring: Jericho Rosales, Bela Padilla
Joma Labayen believes that a “life charm” could help him win money to pay for his debts. He accidentally meets Diane Dela Cru, who gives him luck whenever they are close to each other.
9. Kita Kita (2018)
Starring: Alessandra de Rossi, Empoy Marquez
When a tour guide in Japan goes blind after seeing her fiance’s infidelity, she befriends a fellow Filipino keen to coax her out of her darkness.
8. The Third Party (2016)
Starring: Angel Locsin, Sam Milby, Zanjoe Marudo
An aspiring fashion designer’s plan to win back her first love is complicated by the fact that he has already fallen in love with another man.
7. My Ex and Whys (2017)
Starring: Liza Soberano, Enrique Gil
Popular blogger Cali is hired to work on a marketing campaign alongside another viral sensation, who also happens to be her ex-boyfriend. Former playboy Gio is intent on proving he has changed with hopes of winning Cali back.
6. Meet Me in St. Gallen (2018)
Starring: Carlo Aquino, Bela Padilla
Celeste and Jesse have a one-night stand and then go their separate ways, only to end up meeting again in St. Gallen, Switzerland.
5. Always Be My Maybe (2016)
Starring: Arci Munoz, Gerald Anderson
After being dumped by their respective lovers, Jake and Tintin cross paths at a resort and discover they have much in common.
4. You’re My Boss (2015)
Starring: Toni Gonzaga, Coco Martin
A woman looking for acceptance, love, and appreciation finds what she is looking for in her personal assistant.
3. Crazy Beautiful You (2015)
Starring: Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo
Jackie is taken on a medical mission to calm her rebellious spirit. When she arrives, she meets Kiko, and the two discover something crazy and beautiful together.
2. Bride for Rent (2014)
Starring: Kim Chiu, Xian Lim
A young man hires a woman to become his bride in order to get his inheritance. However, as the ruse continues, feelings develop between them.
1. She’s Dating the Gangster (2014)
Starring: Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo
17-year-old Athena Dizon unwittingly plays a trick on resident heartthrob and bad boy Kenji de los Reyes. All of a sudden, she finds herself pretending to be his girlfriend to make an ex jealous. However, she falls in love with him.
What’s your favorite Filipino rom-com?
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