romantic comedy
noun
plural romantic comedies
: a light, comic movie or other work whose plot focuses on the development of a romantic relationship
This brings us to romantic comedies. … They make money, spawn franchises, and are popular in books, movies, and on television. Sexual tension is fun to watch, and we like rooting for a will-they-won't-they couple.—
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also
: this style or genre of work
an actor with a talent for romantic comedy
called also rom-com
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The movie was a box office hit with $94 million worldwide and kickstarted McConaughey’s tenure as a romantic comedy icon.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Director Kat Coiro follows the romantic comedy formula to a T and makes no apologies for her strict adherence to convention.
—Adam Graham, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
The release of You, Me, & Tuscany on April 10 stands as a new test case for whether or not audiences will file in behind a romantic comedy.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
When Harry Met Sally is considered one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time, as Crystal and Ryan, 64, own the screen with their chemistry and charm.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
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Zack Sharf, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Director Kat Coiro follows the romantic comedy formula to a T and makes no apologies for her strict adherence to convention.
—Adam Graham, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
The release of You, Me, & Tuscany on April 10 stands as a new test case for whether or not audiences will file in behind a romantic comedy.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
When Harry Met Sally is considered one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time, as Crystal and Ryan, 64, own the screen with their chemistry and charm.
—Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for romantic comedy
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“Romantic comedy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/romantic%20comedy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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