Romantic comedy movies are well-loved by many people because they offer a feel-good escape from reality. Whether a romantic comedy does well at the box office depends on various factors such as marketing, star power, and a good love story. Let’s explore the top ten highest-grossing romantic comedies in terms of their domestic box office earnings and what made them successful.
1. My Big Fat Greek Wedding

• Box Office: $241.4 million
• The 2002 film about Nia Vardalos and John Corbett‘s love story in a big Greek family is the highest-grossing romantic comedy of all time.

2. Crazy Rich Asians

• Box Office: $174.5 million
• Released in 2018, this recent addition stars Constance Wu and Henry Golding, taking viewers into Singapore’s elite world.

3. Pretty Woman

• Box Office: $178.4 million
• The 1990 film with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere is a beloved classic, portraying an unconventional love story.

4. The Proposal

• Box Office: $163.9 million
• Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds’ comedic chemistry shines in this 2009 film, where a fake engagement leads to unexpected twists.

5. Hitch

• Box Office: $179.4 million
• Will Smith’s 2005 romantic comedy, despite a straightforward plot, earned its spot as the third highest-grossing rom-com.

6. What Women Want

• Box Office: $182.8 million
• Mel Gibson’s 2000 film about a man who can hear women’s thoughts resonated with audiences, offering a mix of comedy and romance.

7. There’s Something About Mary

• Box Office: $176.4 million
• Cameron Diaz leads the cast in this 1998 film, where multiple suitors vie for her attention, resulting in a comedic and heartwarming story.

8. Runaway Bride

• Box Office: $152.2 million
• Julia Roberts and Richard Gere reunite in this 1999 film, exploring the story of a woman who leaves multiple men at the altar.

9. Knocked Up

• Box Office: $148.7 million
• The 2007 film directed by Judd Apatow takes a comedic approach to an unexpected pregnancy, earning its place as the tenth highest-grossing rom-com.

10. Sex & The City: The Movie

• Box Office: $152.6 million
• Continuing the popular TV series, the 2008 film follows the lives of four women in New York City, securing its position as the eighth highest-grossing romantic comedy.

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