8 Best Movies About Workplace Romance You Need to Watch

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Have you ever fallen in love with a coworker? Workplace romance is always an interesting topic to talk about. Some people try to avoid dating their colleagues, worrying it could hurt their career or make things awkward if the relationship doesn’t work out.

But let’s be honest, we can’t really control our feelings. And workplace romances often bring the kind of stories we all find fun and interesting.

If you’re curious about this topic, or simply love watching romance movies, here are some great films about workplace romance to add to your watch list:

IMDb Rating: 7.3

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 85%

"Show me the money!" became one of the most famous movie quotes ever. Tom Cruise stars as a sports agent who writes an honest mission statement and gets fired for it. He starts his own company with only one client and Dorothy, his former colleague played by Renée Zellweger. Cuba Gooding Jr. won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in this film. Director Cameron Crowe created a perfect mix of sports, business, and romance.

IMDb Rating: 7.6

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 86%

Love stories don't always have happy endings. Tom is a hopeless romantic who writes greeting cards and believes deeply in true love, while Summer doesn't believe in "the one" or forever after. When she starts working at his company, their complicated office romance unfolds in a unique way, jumping between different days to show their relationship's ups and downs. Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel, it became a cult classic for showing modern relationships honestly.

IMDb Rating: 6.8

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 83%

When your boss steals your idea, sometimes you have to steal it back. Melanie Griffith stars as Tess, a secretary whose business idea gets stolen by her boss. When the boss gets hurt, Tess pretends to be her and meets Harrison Ford's character. Sigourney Weaver perfectly plays the mean boss who thinks she's smarter than everyone. The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. This 1980s story shows how difficult it was for women to climb the business ladder at that time.

IMDb Rating: 6.2

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 42%

What happens when your boss can't survive without you? Sandra Bullock plays Lucy, a lawyer who decides to quit because her rich boss, played by Hugh Grant, needs her help with everything, even choosing clothes. When she gives her two weeks notice, they both discover their true feelings. The movie shows the funny and complicated side of working for someone who depends on you too much. This was the first time Bullock and Grant worked together on screen.

IMDb Rating: 6.8

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 45%

Facing deportation can make people do crazy things. Margaret is a tough book editor who might be sent back to Canada if she loses her job. She forces her assistant Andrew to pretend to marry her. Their fake engagement takes them to Alaska to meet his family, including his hilarious grandmother played by Betty White. Starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds, the movie made over $317 million worldwide and became one of the most successful romantic comedies of the 2000s.

IMDb Rating: 6.3

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 43%

Life can change in an instant, especially in a busy kitchen. Catherine Zeta-Jones plays Kate, a head chef who runs her restaurant kitchen perfectly until tragedy strikes. When her sister dies, Kate must care for her young niece while working with a new chef named Nick. The story mixes food, family, and unexpected love. Abigail Breslin gives a touching performance as the niece. This film shows how people can learn to open their hearts when life forces them to change.

IMDb Rating: 6.5

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 92%

Sometimes the best way to get a break at work is to make your boss fall in love. Two tired assistants, Harper and Charlie, decide to set up their demanding bosses so their own jobs become easier. Kirsten and Rick are the bosses who don't know they're being matched. Starring Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Lucy Liu, and Taye Diggs, this Netflix movie brought back the classic romantic comedy feeling that many people missed. Critics loved it for proving that traditional romance movies can still be fresh and smart.

IMDb Rating: 6.2

Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 69%

Sometimes hate and love are closer than we think. Lucy works at a publishing company and absolutely hates her coworker Joshua. They compete for the same promotion while trying to ignore their growing attraction to each other. Based on Sally Thorne's popular book, starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell, this movie shows the enemies-to-lovers story that romance fans love. The film captures the tension and excitement of workplace rivalry turning into something much more romantic and unexpected.