The Best Movies for Brides to Watch

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Updated June 23, 2023 601 votes 89 voters
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If there's one thing all brides-to-be have in common, it's stress. However, try not to be too hard on all the Bridezillas out there as weddings can be a lot of pressure. After the engagement, comes the planning - which can be a nightmare! What's a great way to relieve pre-wedding jitters? Move night! Below, you'll find some great movies brides should watch. In the escapist world of cinema, planning nuptials always results in hilarious and adorably romantic moments. 

What are some movies to see before getting married? Wedding films range in content and tone, but something lighthearted can help you take a moment to chill before the big day. Brides and grooms may enjoy snuggling up together and watching a Julia Roberts flick or cracking up at the familial insanity of My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Whatever you're craving, you'll find all the best movies for brides below! Then after the wedding, check out this list of the best movies about in-laws.

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  • My Big Fat Greek Wedding
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    My Big Fat Greek Wedding

    Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Michael Constantine
    37 votes
    • Released: 2002
    • Directed by: Joel Zwick
    In the comedic romance, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Toula Portokalos (Nia Vardalos) finds herself at odds with her traditional Greek family's expectations. At 30 years old, working in her family's restaurant and unmarried, she yearns for change. A chance encounter with non-Greek Ian Miller (John Corbett) sparks an unlikely romance. As love blossoms, they face the challenge of blending their vastly different cultures. This endearing film, a sleeper hit of 2002, was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, showcasing its witty dialogue and poignant storytelling.

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  • The Wedding Singer
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    The Wedding Singer

    Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Christine Taylor
    27 votes
    • Released: 1998
    • Directed by: Frank Coraci
    In the 1998 romantic comedy The Wedding Singer, Robbie Hart (Adam Sandler) is a charming, small-town wedding singer with a heart of gold. He's set to marry his longtime girlfriend, Linda (Angela Featherstone), but things take an unexpected turn when she leaves him at the altar. Enter Julia Sullivan (Drew Barrymore), a sweet and endearing waitress who's engaged to a selfish tycoon. As Robbie and Julia's paths intertwine, they find themselves drawn to each other in this light-hearted tale of love, laughter, and 80s nostalgia. With its quirky blend of humor and romance, The Wedding Singer proves that sometimes, love can hit the right note when you least expect it.

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  • Father of the Bride
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    Father of the Bride

    Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, Kimberly Williams-Paisley
    33 votes
    • Released: 1991
    • Directed by: Charles Shyer
    In the heartwarming comedy Father of the Bride, George Banks (Steve Martin) is a loving father thrown into the whirlwind of wedding planning when his daughter Annie (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) announces her engagement. Amidst escalating costs, eccentric wedding planners, and an impending empty nest, George navigates this comedic chaos with help from his patient wife Nina (Diane Keaton). A light-hearted take on familial bonds and changing times, this movie was a box office hit in 1991, earning Martin a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor.

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  • The Wedding Planner
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    The Wedding Planner

    Jennifer Lopez, Matthew McConaughey, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras
    15 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Adam Shankman
    In the bustling city of San Francisco, The Wedding Planner unfolds a captivating tale. Mary Fiore (Jennifer Lopez), a committed professional wedding planner, orchestrates lavish ceremonies for others, while her love life remains a blank page. A twist of fate introduces her to Dr. Steve Edison (Matthew McConaughey), who she mistakenly believes is engaged to another woman. The film spins an engaging web of mistaken identities, unspoken feelings, and conflicting obligations. A romantic comedy at its core, The Wedding Planner offers a delightful blend of humor and heartwarming moments, challenging the characters to find love in unexpected places.

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  • My Best Friend's Wedding
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    My Best Friend's Wedding

    Julia Roberts, Dermot Mulroney, Cameron Diaz
    29 votes
    • Released: 1997
    • Directed by: P.J. Hogan
    Julianne Potter, portrayed by Julia Roberts, finds herself in a precarious romantic predicament in the romantic comedy, My Best Friend's Wedding. When her long-time friend, Michael O'Neal (Dermot Mulroney), announces his engagement to the young and vivacious Kimmy Wallace (Cameron Diaz), Julianne realizes she harbors feelings for him. As the wedding looms closer, Julianne embarks on a comedic journey of self-discovery and unrequited love. Rupert Everett steals scenes as George Downes, Julianne's confidant, adding another layer of complexity to this tale of love and friendship. Directed by P.J. Hogan, this film offers an engaging exploration of relationships from an unconventional angle.

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  • The Philadelphia Story
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    The Philadelphia Story

    Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, James Stewart
    14 votes
    • Released: 1940
    • Directed by: George Cukor
    This classic romantic comedy focuses on Tracy Lord (Katharine Hepburn), a Philadelphia socialite who has split from her husband, C.K. Dexter Haven (Cary Grant), due both to his drinking and to her overly demanding nature. As Tracy prepares to wed the wealthy George Kittredge (John Howard), she crosses paths with both Dexter and prying reporter Macaulay Connor (James Stewart). Unclear about her feelings for all three men, Tracy must decide whom she truly loves.

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