The Best Wedding Movies & TV Series for Brides to Be
Is this an excuse to share some wedding photos? Maybe! Ross and I after we said I do. Photo by Peyton Byford Photography.
In the midst of wedding planning? Take a break, relax, throw on a face mask and binge some of these classic wedding movies and TV shows that are perfect for the bride to be. The seating chart can wait. Everything will turn out oh so perfect. Maybe you’ll even find a little wedding inspiration along the way.
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1. My Best Friend’s Wedding (1997)
Starting off with a bang! My Best Friend’s Wedding is one of the best classic wedding movies to watch. I just love Julia Roberts romcoms.
Where to Watch: Youtube TV or Rent on Amazon Prime
2. Bridesmaids (2011)
Bridesmaids is pretty tough to beat. The entire cast is hilarious and it’s one of the most iconic movies of the 2010s. Let’s hope your wedding dress shopping experience goes way smoother.
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime and Philo
3. Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
Crazy Rich Asians pulls out all the stops. This movie definitely depicts an unrealistic wedding, but it’s fun to dream sometimes.
Where to Watch: Rent on Amazon Prime
4. Mamma Mia! (2008)
Weddings just make people want to dance, sing, and be happy! Mamma Mia! is just that. It’s such a fun movie.
Where to Watch: Rent on Amazon Prime
5. Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
What a hilarious, classic British wedding movie. There are an abundance of relatable moments during a hectic wedding season, like rushing to a wedding because you’re late, the officiant saying the wrong names, and awkward small talk at dinner. There’s no shortage of drama at these weddings!
Where to Watch: Netflix
6. The Sound of Music (1965)
Julie Andrews is an absolute queen. Her voice is mesmerizingly beautiful, she’s so warm and radiant, and her dress is jaw dropping in the wedding scene. The Sound of Music is one of the best musicals of all time. I love this movie so much. It just puts me in a great mood whenever I watch it.
Where to Watch: Disney+
7. Hitch (2005)
Just be yourself and you’ll find your person. Hitch doesn’t start that way, but they get there at the end.
Where to Watch: Netflix
8. The Wedding Planner (2001)
A wedding planner falls in love with her client, and drama ensues. This one is a classic with Matthew McConaughey and Jennifer Lopez.
Where to Watch: Netflix
9. Bride Wars (2009)
If you’re looking for some wedding drama, watch Bride Wars. Anne Hathaway and Kate Hudson are friends turned frenemies.
Where to Watch: Rent on Amazon Prime
10. The Wedding Singer (1998)
This is one of my favorite wedding movies. I love Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler together. I also love the music!
Where to Watch: Rent on Amazon Prime
13. The Parent Trap (1998)
This movie is perfect in all sorts of ways, especially if you’re planning a summer Nancy Meyers-esque wedding. Don’t all 90s girls love the bridal shop photo shoot? And the movie music? Oh, so good.
Where to Watch: Disney+
15. The After Party (2022-2023)
Looking for some mystery to go with your wedding? Then you should watch The After Party season 2. Season 1 revolves around a high school reunion. Season 2 revolves around a wedding. You can watch each season separately without missing any key details. Both seasons have different casts filled with big names, hilarious comedians, and a murder mystery.
Where to Watch: Apple TV
16. Runaway Bride (1999)
Julia Roberts is the ultimate wedding romcom actress. Runaway Bride is such a charming, sweet, and cozy bridal movie.
Where to Watch: Pluto TV
17. George of the Jungle (1997)
Seriously, who doesn’t love Brendan Fraser? This movie is so much fun and the ending wedding scene is adorable.
Where to Watch: Disney+
19. Ever After (1998)
Ever After is a retelling of the classic fairytale, Cinderella. This movie is so beautiful and ends with a magical wedding.
Where to Watch: Disney+
20. My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
Opa! This romcom is full of excitement, family drama, and so much love.
Where to Watch: HBO Max
22. Shrek (2002)
Bet you never thought of Shrek as a wedding movie, did you? lol. Shrek and Shrek 2 are cult classics and are centered around love, weddings, honeymoons, and newlywed life. How perfect!
Where to Watch Shrek & Shrek 2: Peacock
23. Ella Enchanted (2004)
There are tons of great songs in Ella Enchanted. Get ready to add these to your reception playlist. This romcom is full of fairytale fun!
Where to Watch: Pluto TV
24. The Proposal (2009)
I love Betty White, especially in the scene above. The Proposal is a classic tale of two people who fall in love after learning more about each other’s true characters. They thrive after many trials and tribulations together.
Where to Watch: Apple TV
25. I Love You, Man (2009)
I Love You, Man is a fun romcom that more centers around the groom instead of the bride. Watch Paul Rudd’s character go on some crazy adventures to find his bromance and best man for his wedding day.
Where to Watch: Pluto TV
Overview
This wedding movie & TV series list was so much fun to make, as I just finished planning our own wedding. Wedding culture can get crazy, so this is your reminder to not take it all so seriously! Have fun with it and you’ll be sure to have an amazing wedding. It’s all about the love!
Make sure to check out my other movie and TV series recommendations on the blog, like Back to School Movies, New Year’s Eve Movies, Cozy Fall Movies, and spooky Movies.
