21 Best Thai Rom-Com Movies to Laugh and Fall in Love
1. Crazy Little Thing Called Love (2010)
“All of us have someone hidden in the bottom of our hearts. When we think of that person, we feel like… We always feel a little pain inside but we still want to keep that person. Even though we don’t where that person is today, what that person is doing, but that person is the one who makes us know this… Crazy little thing called love.”
There is no way you don’t know this Thai rom-com movie because it has been one of the all-time favorites since its release. A Little Thing Called Love tells the story of a bookish girl, Nam, who experiences the thrill of love for the first time. Just like in the typical rom-com movie, this unpopular girl falls for the popular handsome senior named Shone.
With the help of her friends, Nam does all the things she can to win Shone’s heart while following the book “9 Recipes of Love”. It is said that your love will not be one-sided if one follows all the tricks written. But, will it really work though?
This simple and light-hearted movie starring the top actors Baifern Pimchanok and Mario Maurer will make you rewatch it many times without getting tired of it!
2. Love You to Debt (2024)
“You reaching out was enough to make me not want to die.”
Being the newest Thailand movie on this list, Love You to Debt was released earlier this year in April. It is based on the popular Korean drama “A Man in Love”. The popularity of Bright Vachirawit and Yaya Urassaya made Love You to Debt rank first place upon release on Netflix and even win Best Film in the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024.
The story revolves around a debt collector with a tough look yet a soft heart who has to collect a debt from a beautiful girl in a difficult situation. An unexpected bond is built as they keep meeting each other. Nothing is impossible, so a debt collector falling for his debtor totally makes sense, right? With a little touch of action, this rom-com movie will put you on a roller coaster of emotion.
3. Suckseed (2011)
“We might be born to lose, but we are not born to give up.”
Suckseed highlights the journey of 3 best friends creating a band that is purposedly formed to attract girls. Things then become complicated when the 2 of them fall in love with the same girl and put their friendship on edge. While there is nothing special about the storyline, most people will relate to the friendship, passion, and love problems they experienced back in high school.
This Thai rom-com movie receives a high rating of 81% on Rotten Tomatoes as it is positively responded by film enthusiasts. With the combination of romance, comedy, musical, and many sides of comedy, the duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes will pass like the wind.
4. Bangkok Traffic (Love) Story (2009)
“You don’t get a boyfriend just so you can be with him all the time. You have him so you know there is someone who loves you.”
Mei Li is 30 and feels desperate as she is the only one who hasn’t married or even had a boyfriend among her friends. One day, she meets a man on the train and falls in love with him. But, the difference in their working hours makes this Thailand movie interesting. The girl works from morning to evening, while the man works as a train technician at night.
This feel-good movie successfully dominated the box office and became the highest-grossing film of 2009 with 57 billion Baht. On top of that, it won Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress categories in prestigious awards.
5. May Who? (2015)
“If he loves you, he will not give up easily and find a way to be together with you.”
Have you ever imagined living with superpowers? Who says superpowers will help you get what you want? May, the main character in this Thailand romantic comedy movie, has superpowers to discharge electricity whenever her heart beats too fast. Instead of helping, May’s super-strength makes her unable to get close to the person she likes. You will be electrified by May’s sweet charm in this movie.
This rom-com movie is produced by GTH, the biggest movie company in Thailand, and directed by Chayanop Boonprakob, the director of Suckseed.
May Who? presents sarcastic and slapstick humor with a well-written storyline. Although a lot of humor is inserted in this Thai rom-com, May Who? still presents a story that makes the audience churned out.
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6. ATM Errak Error (2012)
“When my selfishness wants to get everything, you were willing to sacrifice for me until I realized that you are more valuable than anything.”
Released in 2012, ATM Errak Error has proven its success throughout Asia, including Indonesia. You will find yourself craving more after watching this rom-com movie for 121 minutes.
This romantic Thailand movie is about a bank that prohibits fellow employees from dating. If the couple gets caught, either one of them must resign. One of the bank directors, Jib, always investigates the relationships of his employees when, in fact, he is dating his employee, Sua.
Not only is the love story complicated, but the problems that the characters in this movie have to face are guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. This Thai rom-com movie is unarguably amusing, fresh, and sweet.
7. OMG! Oh My Girl (2022)
“The right person at the wrong time is the wrong person.”
You might wonder what it feels like when fate is playing a cruel trick on you. Well, that sums up Guy’s and June’s relationship. Every time Guy wants to confess his love, June already has someone. When June is single, Guy is not. Will fate ever be on their side? Will they ever find the right timing?
This 2022 Thai rom-com movie is available to enjoy on Netflix. You can share laughter at their unexpected and ridiculous timing with other hopeless romantics.
8. I Fine .. Thank You .. Love You (2014)
“Sometimes, the person you want to be with the most is the one who is hardest to talk to.”
This movie has a balance of comedy and romantic elements. You will find it difficult not to laugh at the ridiculous behavior between the lead pair who have a strong chemistry.
I Fine Thank You Love You is one of Thailand’s best-selling romantic comedy movies. The success of this rom-com made it the highest-grossing first-day movie in Thailand’s history.
This movie tells the story of a young man who tries to learn English to stay in touch with his Japanese girlfriend. Most people describe this as a feel-good movie, a mood booster with beautiful screenplay. “An absolute 10/10!”
9. London Sweeties (2019)
“What’s the fear of having to speak English?”
Thailand and its romantic comedies always manage to make smiles of their own. This particular movie is no less interesting to discuss. The story is as simple as three Thai young people who migrate to England and try to survive with their limited language skills. You can already imagine how chaotic they will be while trying to speak English with the locals.
Taking place in London, lovely views of London scenery and iconic landmarks in this movie will pamper your eyes. To sum up, London Sweeties is the perfect choice if you’re looking for something light and full of laughter with several love stories included.
10. Mr. Hurt (2017)
“Sometime, things have to fall apart to make way for better things.”
It seems like the Land of White Elephants never runs out of stock when it comes to romance comedy movies. In Mr. Hurt, Don Sichang has it all – a world champion title in tennis and a superstar girlfriend, Anna. But, reality says another. Anna refuses Don’s proposal and chooses to date a vocalist of a band instead. Don is left heartbroken and hits rock bottom.
The excitement arises from the elements of sports and music integrated into this Thai rom-com movie, which is music to both our eyes and ears. Besides, you will be taken through a journey of healing a broken heart in Mr. Hurt.
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11. Friend Zone (2019)
“Being friends is good enough, right?”
Just like its title, this Thai rom-com movie is about a man who falls in love with his best friend but trapped in the “best friend” status. The legendary actress Baifern Pimchanok, who is in “Crazy Little Thing Called Love”, plays a role as the long-time best friend that the guy, Nine Naphat, falls in love with. Fun fact, Baifern and Nine Naphat dated for 2 years after starring in this movie.
Their relationship is pictured with such comedy, and the story may relate to some of us who are in the same friend zone situation. The movie will also walk you down the memory lane of your high school years and first love journey.
A reviewer on Google even “nominated” Friend Zone as her favorite movie of all time since she has watched it at least six times. Worth watching!
12. Pee Mak (2013)
“You know I’m scared of ghosts, but I’m scared more of living without you.”
Starring Mario Maurer and Davika Hoorne, this 2013 movie is famous among Thai movie lovers, even until now. Pee Mak earned over 1 billion Baht or $33 million and became box office in several countries, especially Asia.
Pee Mak explores the friendship between five people. One of them, Pee Mak, gets married and has to leave his pregnant wife for a war. When he is back to meet his wife, the villagers warn him not to find her as she is dead in a fire. However, that doesn’t stop Pee Mak.
This movie brings out both the horror and comedy genre. Despite its dark ambiance, you will enjoy some light jokes throughout the movie.
13. Bikeman (2018)
“You might be embarrassed that you are a bikeman, but I’m not. The way you are not picky about jobs… you’re doing your best to support the family. I think it’s too cool and admirable to be embarrassed about it.”
What will you do if you can’t fulfill your parent’s wishes? Will you come clean or cover the truth with a sweet lie? As for Sakkarin, he would rather lie to make his grandmother and mother proud. He pretends to become a banker as his mother wishes, while he is actually a motorcycle taxi driver.
Besides following Sakkarin and his effort to cover up his lie, Bikeman also offers a comedy and a little twist of romance as his job brings him to meet his old crush who already has a boyfriend.
You can watch it on Vidio to find out the end of Sakkarin’s fate.
14. Brother of the Year (2018)
“If you’re the best brother, why do I feel like you’re the worst?”
Another Thai rom-com movie that also highlights the family aspect is Brother of the Year. It reached US$2 million during the first 4 days of the opening week. Both the leading characters were nominated for Best Actor and Best Actress in the National Film Association Award in 2019.
This film tells about the dynamics of siblings, Chut and Jane, who live under the same roof. Unlike the title, Chut is the worst brother Jane can ever ask for. Chut never contributes to house chores and even scares guys who are dating Jane. As a result, the majority of the scenes are filled with bickering and disagreements between them.
This drama will take us on a roller coaster of emotions – starting from their life stories that make us laugh at the beginning to the touching story of this brother-sister relationship flashback. So, you might want to prepare some tissues.
Watching this movie can be the solution if you still fight with your siblings. Definitely a must-watch for you!
15. Oh My Ghost (2009)
“I may be a ghost, but I can still make you fall in love.”
Having a similar vibe to Pee Mak, Oh My Ghost is a fun Thai rom-com movie that blends romance, comedy, and a little bit of the supernatural. The story itself follows a group of transvestites running an apartment haunted by a ghost in love.
It’s been well-received for its quirky storyline and solid performances from the cast. Oh My Ghost has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10. Running about 104 minutes long, this rom-com is the perfect length for a lighthearted watch. It’s a fun pick if you’re into romantic comedies with a little extra flair!
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16. Low Season (2020)
“We all have our own seasons. Sometimes we need to be in the low season to appreciate the high season.”
Still related to ghosts, Low Season explores the journey of a young girl who has special abilities and can see ghosts and a young screenwriter who writes horror stories. They meet by chance at the resort during the “low season” (a quiet, off-peak time). Despite their differences, they start to bond and help each other heal.
Low Season has been praised for its beautiful setting, relatable characters, and warm storytelling. The movie itself was shot at a real resort in Thailand, making the stunning landscapes an integral part of the movie’s appeal.
If you’re looking for more than just a feel-good rom-com with some emotional growth, you can’t miss Low Season.
17. The Con-heartist (2020)
“It’s not evil to deceive evil people.”
Looking for a rom-com with a bit of action and clever schemes? The Con-Heartist is the perfect fit for you. The story centers on Ina, a woman who gets scammed by a smooth-talking con artist named Tower. To get her money back, she teams up with another con artist, Pitch, to trick Tower into falling for her, all while planning a clever revenge.
The encounter between Ina and Tower makes the two of them get involved in exciting adventures and grow the seeds of love. The movie is a fun ride from start to finish, holding a solid 7.5/10 rating on IMDb. On top of that, it is the kind of rom-com movie where you don’t have to think hard, but it will make you unable to think about it.
18. The Teacher’s Diary (2014)
“Is it possible to love someone you have never met before?”
“Watching the movie is really worth it.” That is what a reviewer said about this Thai romance comedy.
Just like people say, love comes when you least expect it. That’s what happens between Song and Dao. Song teaches in a remote floating school, while Dao is the previous teacher in that school. Song soon connects to Dao through her diary left at the school. As Song learns more about Dao’s life and thoughts, he sets out to find her and hopes to meet her in person.
Fun fact, The Teacher’s Diary was filmed on an actual floating school, contributing to the authentic and lovely vibe of the movie. All in all, this underrated rom-com movie definitely needs more recognition.
19. Happy Old Year (2019)
“Some things won’t go away just because you pretend to forget all about it.”
Happy Old Years is not your ordinary rom-com. While the usual rom-com movies have cliché and predictable storylines, this movie serves a unique perspective on romance.
This Thailand movie also contradicts the notion that movies must have a plot twist or thrill to keep you engaged. Happy Old Years raises a theme from your everyday life yet packs you up with deep emotions.
It all starts when the female lead, Jean, has to organize her house and turn it into a home office. She keeps coming across her ex’s belongings in the process of decluttering her things. Those old things bring back so many memories and remind her of her unsolved feelings.
20. Heart Attack (2015)
“With love, you should go ahead and take the risk of getting hurt because love is an amazing feeling.”
You might be wondering why the face of the male lead character feels so familiar. If you notice, this guy, Sunny Suwanmethanont, has appeared 4 times in this list. He surely deserves the title of the king of rom-com.
In this rom-com movie, Sunny plays as a freelance graphic designer named Yoon who is so passionate about his work that he doesn’t sleep for days. All of a sudden, peculiar red rashes start appearing on his skin. He goes to the hospital and meets a doctor named Imm. They soon find an unexpected connection as Yoon tries to balance his chaotic life.
The movie explores themes of self-care, love, and the pressure of modern life. In fact, this movie is partly based on the real struggles of work-life balance in Thailand’s high-pressure society.
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21. One Day (2016)
“When you’re truly in love, you don’t need any reason. Love makes us dare to do the most irrational things.”
Rated as high as 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, this Thai romantic comedy is about a man named Denchai who falls in love with a woman named Nui, but their romance is complicated by her memory. The story unfolds over the course of a single day, where Denchai attempts to rekindle their lost connection after a series of misunderstandings and missed opportunities.
One Day receives a 5/5 review for its emotional depth and the chemistry between the leads. Film critics also favor this movie as it won several awards, including Best Thai Film at the Dara Daily The Great Awards in 2016. Add this to your Netflix watch list if you are in the mood for a romantic movie with a deeper emotional layer.
So, those are some of the best Thai rom-com movies we’ve handpicked for you, each offering a unique mix of romance and humor. Whether you’re in the mood for a lighthearted comedy, a heartfelt love story, or a quirky twist on action, these films have something for everyone.
Have a favorite Thai rom-com we have not mentioned? We’d love to hear your recommendations—drop them in the comments below! Don’t forget to bookmark this article so you can easily come back to these movie picks whenever you’re in the mood for a good laugh or a feel-good love story. Grab your popcorn and happy watching!
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