Black Romance Movies

Last updated: February 10, 2026

From classic romcoms to heartwarming dramas, this collection reflects the joy and complexity of Black love on the big screen. These movies will have you laughing, crying, and—above all—rooting for love. For more movies featuring strong Black characters, check out our lists of Great Movies with Black Characters and Movies with Inspiring Black Girls and Women.

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Cinderella (1997)

age 5+

Musical take on classic fairy tale is an inclusion landmark.

November 2, 1997 1997 G (99 minutes)

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The Princess and the Frog

age 6+

First African American Disney princess is a good role model.

December 11, 2009 2009 G (97 minutes)

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Resort to Love

age 11+

Pleasant island-set romcom has lots of drinking.

July 29, 2021 2021 NR (101 minutes)

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Drumline

age 12+

Outstanding cast, great message, strong language.

December 13, 2002 2002 PG-13 (118 minutes)

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Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?

age 12+

Civil rights, love, and family drama in '60s classic.

December 12, 1967 1967 NR (112 minutes)

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Loving

age 12+

Moving drama about interracial couple's historic fight.

November 4, 2016 2016 PG-13 (123 minutes)

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Claudine

age 13+

Mature '70s romantic drama about Black family has swearing.

April 22, 1974 1974 PG (92 minutes)

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Hitch

age 13+

Enjoyable Will Smith romcom has some cursing,

February 11, 2005 2005 PG-13 (115 minutes)

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Jumping the Broom

age 13+

Sweet, funny wedding comedy is a good parent-and-teen pick.

May 6, 2011 2011 PG-13 (109 minutes)

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Relationship Goals

age 13+

Suggestive scenes, language, and faith in pleasant romcom.

February 4, 2026 2026 PG-13 (96 minutes)

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Southside with You

age 13+

Witty, winning, but sometimes long-winded tale of love.

August 26, 2016 2016 PG-13 (81 minutes)

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Sylvie's Love

age 13+

Melodramatic, old-fashioned romance has sex, mature themes.

December 23, 2020 2020 PG-13 (114 minutes)

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Terry McMillan Presents: Forever

age 13+

Veteran returns home and finds love; sex, some violence.

August 24, 2024 2024 NR (98 minutes)

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Terry McMillan Presents: Tempted by Love

age 13+

Young man pursues older woman for love; mature themes.

August 17, 2024 2024 NR (88 minutes)

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The Photograph

age 13+

Genuine romantic drama positively showcases Black love.

February 14, 2020 2020 PG-13 (106 minutes)

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Beyond the Lights

age 14+

Powerful romantic drama depicts the downside of celebrity.

November 14, 2014 2014 PG-13 (116 minutes)

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Brown Sugar

age 14+

Hip-hop inspired romcom has language, sexual references.

October 11, 2002 2002 PG-13 (109 minutes)

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Love and Basketball

age 14+

Romance and sports mix; some strong language and sex.

April 14, 2000 2000 PG-13 (124 minutes)

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Love, Brooklyn

age 14+

Romantic drama about Black New Yorkers has pot, sexy scenes.

August 29, 2025 2025 NR (97 minutes)

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Something New

age 14+

Romantic dramedy tackles serious themes.

February 3, 2006 2006 PG-13 (100 minutes)

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