Have you ever had that classic Bridget Jones moment where all you need is a giant tub of ice cream and a never-ending supply of tissues?

Romantic comedies are more than just guilty pleasures, and they’re allowed to be your favorite genre — when did we start hating on happy endings?

While drama is an almost recurring canon event in your teenage years, there’s nothing a classic romcom from the 2000s can’t fix. 

Not only are these movies dreamy, but they’re also a reflection of who you are and who you may want to be. Here are five rom-coms with the most satisfying happy endings for all the hopeless romantics out there.

“Legally Blonde”

Elle Woods, the real-life Barbie, is the epitome of proving she is more than just a girl who looks pretty in pink. She is one of the toughest female characters out there, yet faces judgment based on the “dumb blonde stereotype” and is underappreciated initially.

She learns not to succumb to heartbreak, and she handles mean girls and betrayals impressively. It’s one of the very few movies where we see the main character put in the effort and improve step by step.

Not only does Elle bounce back and become the best lawyer out there, but she also uses her expertise and charisma to empower other women.

If you relate to Elle Woods, you are someone who has hidden potential and has the perfect balance of a heart of gold and confidence. You’re someone who is kind to the world, and the world should be kinder to you. 

“27 Dresses”

This movie is about a girl who shows up for everyone while somehow keeping up with her very demanding job, loving someone who doesn’t love her back and juggling 27 bridesmaid dresses without losing her mind. 

The reality is that she’s stuck being the “thought-daughter,” not getting even an ounce of that love and support back. 

Sound familiar? Then Jane Nichols might just be your twin. 

As anticipated, Jane does get her moment. 

It’s not just about falling in love with Kevin — although nothing can top that “Benny and the Jets” scene — it’s about Jane choosing herself. 

Her story of always being the bridesmaid, never the bride, hits way too close to home for people who have perfected the art of selflessness. If you relate to Jane, it’s high time you become the main character in your own life and slow down for a second — please ditch that planner temporarily. 

“How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days”

Sass and wit, Andie Anderson can do it all, except she’s stuck in a state where she has to constantly prove herself. 

She’ll go the extra mile even if it means faking a love fern obsession or crashing poker night and making her boyfriend’s friends eat cucumber sandwiches. 

This movie is arguably the perfect mix of heartfelt and goofy, and we just can’t get enough — at least half of us wanted our prom dress to be her classic yellow satin dress. 

If you relate to Andie, you’re probably a little mischievous and love a good challenge. Deep down, you know that love isn’t about playing games — it’s about finding someone who likes you for exactly who you are. 

P.S. Don’t forget to recreate the diet soda scene. We all know it’s the ultimate “is he the one?” test. Remember, there’s only one right way to sing “You’re So Vain.”

“10 Things I Hate About You”

Kat Stratford is very unlike the over-represented “innocent” protagonist. 

A former, classic “popular” girl, she’s strong-minded, independent and doesn’t tolerate nonsense. However, hidden behind her classic eye-roll is a deep-rooted vulnerability that she’s afraid to show. 

If you’ve damaged your enemy’s car, danced on a table at a party and read “The Bell Jar,” you 100% embody Kat. 

Have you also delivered your own version of the “things I hate” poetry? Now, we’re talking about doppelgangers. 

Her journey is about learning to let someone in without losing herself — and come on, who didn’t love watching Patrick serenade Kat. 

If you relate to Kat, you’re probably someone who says things like “I don’t believe in labels,” but will accept a guitar for an apology. You act like you’ve got it all figured out, but you just want someone who can match your energy. 

Remember, being unapologetic is perfectly acceptable.

“Crazy Rich Asians”

This movie is the ultimate airplane binge. 

You think you’ll get a fun romcom, but suddenly, you’re spending half the time crying and the other half looking up eligible Singaporean bachelors. 

Rachel Chu is unaware of her boyfriend Nick’s family status. She’s thrown into a world of couture dresses, fancy parties and judgmental aunties. 

Ever felt the exhaustion from having to constantly stand up for yourself? Well, at least the driving factor wasn’t dead fish in your hotel room. 

If you relate to Rachel, you’re grounded, ambitious and know your value — even when others try to question it. And most importantly, you fight your battles with grace. 

Love shouldn’t come at the cost of your self-respect — a message well-conveyed in the proposal scene on the plane that screams, “I choose you, and so does my family.” If that didn’t make you cry, that rendition of “Can’t Help Falling in Love” definitely did.

Each of these movies is about a girl who’s misunderstood and trying to make her place in the world. 

Whether you’re an Elle Woods who redefines expectations, a Jane Nichols who learns to say yes to herself, an Andie Anderson who plays games but longs for something real, a Kat Stratford who protects her heart with sarcasm or a Rachel Chu who stands tall in a room full of critics, you’re someone who needs to protect your self-worth. 

So, the next time you watch a romantic comedy, remember that it’s not only about laughter and the heartwarming moments — it’s about discovering a part of yourself in each character’s journey.