Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Apr 17, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Forbidden

If you loved Forbidden, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Holiday Date

Holiday Date

2019★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Forbidden for fans of Romance. It captures a similar heartwarming atmosphere.

When Brooke’s boyfriend, Ethan, breaks up with her just before the holidays, she agrees to go home with Joel, an actor who will pose as her boyfriend....

#2
Sister of the Bride

Sister of the Bride

2019★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Forbidden for fans of Romance. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

After only 6 months of dating, Stephanie and Ben get engaged and are delighted to share the news. However, they hit a road bump when Stephanie’s parents show concern that the coupl...

#3
A Valentine's Match

A Valentine's Match

2020★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Forbidden for fans of Romance. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Fired from her job as a reality TV host, Natalie returns home for Valentine's Day, only to find herself running the town festival's auction with her ex-fiancé thanks to two schemin...

#4
Love in Taipei

Love in Taipei

2023★ 6.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Forbidden for fans of Romance. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A young American woman is sent by her parents to a cultural immersion program in Taipei where she begins a new journey of self-discovery and romance....

#5
The Matchmaker's Playbook

The Matchmaker's Playbook

2018★ 7.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Forbidden for fans of Romance. It captures a similar heartwarming atmosphere.

After a career-ending accident, former NFL recruit Ian Hunter is back on campus, and he's putting his extensive skills with women to work as one of the masterminds behind a success...

#6
The Secret: Dare to Dream

The Secret: Dare to Dream

2020★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Forbidden for fans of Romance. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A widow with three children hires a handyman to fix her house during a major storm. When not doing home repairs, he shares his philosophy of believing in the power of the universe ...

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