Hiding romantic declarations, now it’s the turn of singles! After cute posts, romance movies, flowers, dinners, and teddy bears on Valentine’s Day, it’s time for those who enjoy their own company in solitude.
This Thursday (15th), Singles’ Day is celebrated in Brazil. How about enjoying the occasion by watching something funny or even quite anti-romantic? Movies about friendship, love stories that didn’t quite work out, plots involving crime and revenge can be a great choice for Singles’ Day.
With that in mind, CNN has selected 10 works that will help you celebrate the day in the best way possible.
Series
“Friends” (1994-2004)
Six friends facing the greatest possible adversities together / Disclosure
The most famous sitcom about friendship, “Friends” features six friends navigating life and love in New York, who love spending their free time at Central Perk café. Together, they encounter all the ups and downs, always supporting one another. With 10 seasons, the comedy is available on Max (streaming) and Prime Video (for rent).
“Sex and the City” (1998 – 2004)
Sex and the City celebrates friendship and unity / Disclosure
Friendship, success, and sex. In “Sex and the City”, columnist Carrie Bradshaw and her friends Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda explore the entire universe of singles in New York. In their thirties, they are beautiful, successful, and primarily united by a great friendship. The series has six seasons and a spin-off titled “And Just Like That”, which premiered in 2021. Both productions are available on Max.
“Good Girls” (2018 – 2021)
Three friends, many crimes is the premise of Good Girls / Disclosure
Three calm women who dedicated their lives to taking care of their children and husbands face a crisis and see the world of crime as a solution to their problems. The catch is that they have no experience in this field and will have to rely heavily on friendship and unity when things get quite complicated. The series had four seasons and is available on Netflix.
“You” (2018)
“You” is the most anti-romantic series you can check out / Disclosure
A charming flirt who doesn’t use these traits for a good cause… Obsessive, Joe goes to extremes to enter the life of those who enchant him. Want less romance than “You”? Behind the protagonist’s gentle manners lies a murderous fury and a disturbing past. The series has four seasons and is already renewed for a fifth and final one, set to be released next year. All episodes are available on Netflix.
“Deadly Class” (2019 – 2022)
Deadly Class has three seasons on Netflix / Disclosure
Jen loses her husband in a car accident. During a group therapy session, the widow befriends Judy, an eccentric and fun woman. The two grow closer during this difficult time, but Judy hides shocking secrets. The series has three seasons and is available on Netflix.
Movies
“John Tucker Must Die” (2006)
“John Tucker Must Die” celebrates revenge and female unity / Disclosure
After discovering they are dating the same man, three students from different schools unite for revenge. They enlist the help of a new girl in town and conspire to break his heart while ruining his reputation. The movie is available on Disney+
“(500) Days of Summer” (2009)
A premise about freedom and expectations within a relationship / Disclosure
A not-so-cliché and exactly romantic love story. A writer is surprised when his girlfriend, Summer, suddenly ends the relationship. He then recalls various moments from the 500 days they spent together to try to figure out where their love story went wrong. The movie is available on Disney+
“How to Be Single” (2016)
The perfect guide on how to be single / Disclosure
Alice is a young woman who has just become single. With the help of her friend Robin, she learns to make the most of her new status in New York City, where everyone expects to find their soulmate. The movie is available on Amazon Prime Video.
“Girls Trip” (2017)
A lot of fun and friendship on a crazy trip among friends / Disclosure
Promoting friendship, fun, travel, and comedy all mixed together, four long-time friends travel to New Orleans for the Essence Festival, where sisterhoods are rekindled, wild sides are rediscovered, and there’s plenty of dancing, drinking, and romance. The movie is available for rent on Globoplay and Netflix.
“Marriage Story” (2019)
A story about the tumultuous path of a couple not quite as happy as when it all began / Disclosure
A not-so-happy and hopeful story about a marriage, the film follows Nicole and Charlie, who, after years, see their marriage crumble. Charlie is a successful director, and Nicole is an actress who put her career aside. Amid arguments and resentments, they try to save what’s left of their relationship. The production is available on Netflix.
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