TV Shows & Movies
25 Great Movies That Are Hard To Recommend
15. Fruits Basket
Fruits Basket follows Tooru Honda as she becomes part of the mysterious Souma family, whose members hide a life-changing secret. Across three heartfelt seasons, it delivers romance, humor, and one of anime’s most compelling love triangles, with every character feeling real and unforgettable. | © Crunchyroll
14. Your Lie In April
Your Lie in April tells the story of Kousei, a pianist who’s lost his love for music, and Kaori, a free-spirited violinist who helps bring it back. It’s a moving tale of love, loss, and healing, wrapped in beautiful performances that linger long after the music stops. | © Madman Entertainment
13. The Dangers In My Heart
The Dangers in My Heart starts as a quirky school romance between loner Ichikawa and bubbly model Anna, but quickly grows into something deeper. Their slow-burn relationship feels genuine, with both characters pushing each other to grow while staying endearingly imperfect. | © TV Asahi
12. Clannad
Clannad and its sequel, After Story, follow Tomoya and Nagisa’s relationship from high school into adulthood, showing how they grow together through both joy and hardship. It’s an emotional journey that feels honest, heartfelt, and deeply relatable for couples. | © Sentai Filmworks
11. Tonikaku Kawaii
Tonikaku Kawaii kicks off with Nasa being saved from an accident by the mysterious Tsukasa – and proposing soon after. What follows is a sweet, awkward, and funny look at their early married life, filled with charming “firsts” every couple can relate to. | © Crunchyroll
10. Teasing Master Takagi-san
In Teasing Master Takagi-san, Takagi spends her days playfully outsmarting her friend Nishikata, who’s always trying and failing to get back at her. The constant banter slowly gives way to something warmer, making their budding romance all the more heartwarming. | © Crunchyroll
9. Your Name
Your Name mixes romance, mystery, and a touch of the supernatural in a story that’s as emotional as it is beautiful. With stunning visuals and moments that keep you hooked, it’s a film that’s perfect for watching and feeling together. | © Toho
8. Chuunibyou Demo Koi Ga Shitai!
Chuunibyou Demo Koi ga Shitai! follows Rikka, a girl still deep in her over-the-top “eighth-grader syndrome,” and Yuuta, who’s trying to leave his behind. Their quirky, heartfelt romance shows that love often means embracing each other’s most embarrassing sides. | © Kyoto Animation
7. Bungo Stray Dogs
Bungo Stray Dogs blends superpowered battles with quirky characters and sharp rivalries, all in short, easy-to-binge seasons. Following Atsushi as he joins a mysterious agency, it’s the mix of personalities and rivalries that makes this series so addictive to watch together. | © Crunchyroll
6. Violet Evergarden
Violet Evergarden follows a former soldier learning the meaning of emotion as she works as an Auto Memory Doll, writing letters that touch people’s lives. It’s a beautifully told story that invites deep conversations and maybe a few shared tears along the way. | © Netflix
5. Tsuki Ga Kirei
Tsuki ga Kirei captures the sweetness and uncertainty of first love as Kotarou and Akane navigate middle school romance. Between shy doubts and unexpected love confessions from classmates, their growing bond proves stronger than any obstacle. | © Crunchyroll
4. Toradora!
Toradora! follows Ryuuji, a gentle teen with an intimidating look, and Taiga, a fierce “Palmtop Tiger” with a short fuse. What starts as a plan to help each other’s love lives slowly turns into a story of two people who are far more perfect for each other than they ever expected. | © Seven Seas Entertainment
3. Fullmetal Alchemist
Fullmetal Alchemist combines action, heart, and sharp storytelling into a journey you’ll both get lost in. Following brothers Edward and Alphonse as they fight to reclaim their bodies, it’s a story that grips from start to finish. | © Madman Entertainment
2. The Promised Neverland
The Promised Neverland delivers a gripping first season full of suspense, twists, and clever escapes. It’s the kind of edge-of-your-seat story that will have you and your partner holding your breath and swapping theories after every episode. | © Madman Entertainment
1. Classroom Of The Elite
Classroom of the Elite combines high school drama with clever mind games, making it a fun one to watch and discuss together. It also slips in romance without the usual harem overload, all while keeping its lead character intriguingly unreadable. | © Crunchyroll
