Tubi Movies That Solve Date Night Disagreements
From quirky comedies to bittersweet dramas, these Tubi picks make it easy to find common ground for your next movie night together.
Last updated March 12, 2026
Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) — 101 min
The one for adventure AND heart
When one of you wants a quirky adventure and the other craves a heartfelt story, this New Zealand gem delivers both without compromise. Taika Waititi's signature humor and emotional beats make this a rare film that feels like a warm hug while keeping you on your toes. Plus, the mismatched duo of Sam Neill and Julian Dennison is the kind of odd-couple chemistry that’s impossible not to root for.
Night In Score: 77/100
A national manhunt ensues for a rebellious kid and his foster uncle, who vanish into the wild New Zealand bush, sparking an adventurous pursuit.
Best for: Perfect for when you need to laugh and feel a little something, too.
Added: Sep 28, 2025
The Gentlemen (2020) — 110 min
Stylish crime with swagger
Here’s your answer when one of you is craving sharp dialogue and high-octane action, while the other wants something that feels smart and polished. Guy Ritchie’s return to his London crime roots is packed with wit, twists, and an ensemble cast (hello, Matthew McConaughey and Hugh Grant) that oozes charisma. This movie moves fast, but it never loses its cool, so you’ll both have fun keeping up.
Night In Score: 77/100
When a wealthy American expatriate plans to sell his London marijuana empire, rival criminals launch deceitful plots to seize his operation.
Best for: Slick enough for action fans, clever enough for everyone else.
Added: Nov 3, 2025
The Worst Person in the World (2021) — 128 min
For when you’re in a thoughtful mood
This Norwegian dramedy is for nights when you’re both ready to lean into something introspective but still entertaining. It’s a messy, bittersweet portrait of a young woman figuring out life, love, and herself. Joachim Trier’s direction pairs perfectly with Renate Reinsve’s luminous performance, and it’s the kind of film that sparks the kind of late-night conversations couples remember.
Night In Score: 76/100
A young woman battles indecision, navigating turbulent waters of love and career to discover her true path and find where her heart belongs.
Best for: Beautifully chaotic, just like life (and sometimes love).
Added: Jun 28, 2025
Another Round (2020) — 116 min
A toast to reinvention
Mads Mikkelsen and a midlife drinking experiment, this Danish drama is for couples who want a thought-provoking premise with darkly funny moments. Thomas Vinterberg’s Oscar-winning film balances its humor with poignant reflections on friendship, ambition, and the risks we take to feel alive. If you’re in the mood for a movie that’s as sobering as it is intoxicating, this one’s for you.
Night In Score: 76/100
Four friends, all high school teachers, test a theory that they will improve their lives by maintaining a constant level of alcohol in their blood.
Best for: Winner of 2021’s Best International Feature Oscar.
Added: May 18, 2024
City Lights (1931) — 83 min
Silent, timeless, unforgettable
For couples who think they’ve seen it all, this Chaplin classic might surprise you with its emotional punch. The Tramp’s love story with a blind flower girl is as funny as it is moving, proving some stories never age. If you’ve avoided silent films before, this one will convert you, it’s charming, heartfelt, and short enough to leave plenty of time for dessert.
Night In Score: 76/100
The dewy-eyed tramp sweeps street manure, dodges a prizefighter in the ring, and serves a term in the clink—all for the love of a blind flower girl.
Best for: A silent film that still speaks volumes about love and sacrifice.
Added: Sep 27, 2025
4th Man Out (2015) — 86 min
A buddy comedy for date night
Sometimes you just need something light without being brainless, and this indie comedy fits the bill. The premise, a mechanic coming out to his blue-collar buddies, is handled with surprising warmth and humor. It's not flashy, but its small-town heart and grounded performances make it feel like a movie you’ll be rooting for.
Night In Score: 67/100
A car mechanic in a small, working class town comes out of the closet to his unsuspecting, blue-collar best friends in this light hearted comedy.
Best for: Best watched when you need something funny but grounded.
Added: Jun 28, 2025
Little Fish (2021) — 101 min
A love story, but sci-fi
This one’s for couples who love a good emotional gut punch but want it wrapped in a unique premise. Set in a world where a virus erases memory, Little Fish is as much about what we lose as what we fight to keep. It’s tender, heartbreaking, and beautifully acted, perfect for those nights when you want to feel all the feelings.
Night In Score: 67/100
As a devastating virus spreads and threatens to erase all their memories, a couple fights to keep them and their relationship alive.
Best for: Sci-fi that’s really about love and memory.
Added: Jun 28, 2025
Plus One (2019) — 98 min
Wedding season chaos
For couples who’ve ever survived a wedding-filled summer, this rom-com hits hilariously close to home. Maya Erskine and Jack Quaid bring sharp comedic timing to the story of two friends who become each other’s go-to wedding dates. It’s a funny, relatable pick that finds sweetness in cynicism without getting sappy.
Night In Score: 66/100
Long-time friends Alice and Ben make an agreement to be one another's plus-ones as they power through an endless parade of insufferable weddings.
Best for: A rom-com that turns wedding fatigue into comedy gold.
Added: Apr 9, 2025
Chungking Express (1994) — 98 min
Dreamy and unexpected
Wong Kar-wai’s visually stunning exploration of two chance encounters in Hong Kong offers plenty for both romantics and cinephiles. The film’s hypnotic color palette and offbeat storytelling might be just the ticket if one of you craves something artsy while the other prefers stories about love. Bonus: the soundtrack will stick with you long after the credits roll.
Night In Score: 75/100
Two melancholic Hong Kong policemen fall in love: one with a mysterious underworld figure, the other with a beautiful, ethereal waitress.
Best for: For couples who want love stories with a side of art-house flair.
Added: Nov 19, 2025
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? (2013) — 106 min
A lighthearted identity crisis
This Taiwanese dramedy is a warm, funny look at what happens when a seemingly perfect life starts to crack. As a man questions his marriage and sexuality, the film balances introspection with plenty of charm. It’s an unexpectedly sweet pick for couples who enjoy character-driven stories with a touch of whimsy.
Night In Score: 64/100
In this lighthearted comedy, shy Weichung begins to question his marriage and sexuality after bumping into an old friend who is living the life of a younger, single gay man. Official Selection - Berlin Int'l Film Festival
Best for: Perfect for a lighthearted yet meaningful date night.
Added: May 18, 2024
Royal Wedding (1951) — 92 min
Classic musical magic
Fred Astaire dances on the ceiling in this old-school musical about siblings performing in London during a royal wedding. It’s breezy, romantic, and full of that mid-century Hollywood charm. If one of you loves classic musicals and the other doesn’t mind some light-hearted nostalgia, this is the perfect compromise.
Night In Score: 66/100
Tom and Ellen Bowen are a brother and sister dance act whose show closes in New York.
Best for: Old Hollywood sparkle with Fred Astaire at his best.
Added: May 19, 2024
Il Mare (2000) — 96 min
Time-crossed romance
A magical mailbox connects two lonely people living in the same house years apart. This Korean film is a delicate mix of fantasy and romance that’s perfect for nights when you want something bittersweet but hopeful. If you’re both fans of unconventional love stories, this one’s worth the watch.
Night In Score: 74/100
A letter sent through a magical mailbox sparks a time-crossed connection between two lonely tenants living in the same seaside house two years apart.
Best for: The original inspiration behind The Lake House.
Added: Jun 28, 2025
Sophie's Choice (1982) — 150 min
Heavy but unforgettable
If you’re in the mood for something emotionally intense, this post-WWII drama delivers. Meryl Streep’s Oscar-winning performance anchors the story of a Holocaust survivor haunted by impossible decisions. It’s not an easy watch, but it’s a powerful one for couples ready to tackle something weighty together.
Night In Score: 72/100
Not long after World War II, a novelist grows close to a mysterious woman who survived the Holocaust, but her secrets reveal an even deeper tragedy.
Best for: Meryl Streep at her most devastating.
Added: May 18, 2024
Mood of the Day (2016) — 103 min
A playful detour
This Korean rom-com takes a charming look at a chance encounter on a train that shakes up two strangers’ lives. It’s lighthearted, funny, and just spicy enough to keep things interesting. If you’re both in the mood for something breezy but romantic, this is a great pick.
Night In Score: 68/100
A woman in a dead end, long-term relationship has her world turned upside down by a charming playboy she meets on a train.
Best for: A rom-com with a touch of spontaneity and charm.
Added: May 18, 2024
Liza, the Fox-Fairy (2015) — 97 min
Quirky and darkly funny
What happens when a lonely nurse thinks she’s cursed to kill every man she dates? This Hungarian dark comedy blends whimsy with a twisted sense of humor. It’s an offbeat pick for couples who like their love stories with a side of the surreal.
Night In Score: 74/100
A quirky nurse searches for romance in 1970s Hungary, but when her dates start dropping dead she becomes convinced she's a Japanese demon.
Best for: Dark humor meets fairy-tale romance in 1970s Hungary.
Added: May 18, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'Plus One' more comedy or romance?
It leans toward comedy, but the romance feels natural and relatable.
Does 'Sophie's Choice' work for a date night?
It’s heavy, but if you’re in the mood for a deeply emotional story, it’s unforgettable.
Is 'Liza, the Fox-Fairy' too weird for most people?
It’s quirky, but its offbeat humor and charm can win over adventurous viewers.
Is 'Il Mare' subtitled?
Yes, but the story’s emotional depth transcends language barriers.