Whether you’re knee-deep in wedding planning or just love a good love story, wedding movies are the perfect way to get inspired, unwind, or share a few laughs with your bride squad. From chic style moments and heartfelt vows to absolute chaos (hello, hens weekend gone wrong), these movies are a must for every bride-to-be.
Here’s our ultimate list, broken down by mood:
For the Bride Who’s Planning
These films offer surprisingly helpful (and sometimes hilariously cautionary) tales when it comes to planning your big day.
Bride Wars (2009)
A comedic take on what happens when best friends’ weddings are accidentally booked for the same day. Watch this before you start locking in dates or picking a bridesmaid crew!
The Wedding Planner (2001)
J.Lo plays a wedding planner who falls for the groom—awkward. But aside from the drama, you’ll get some serious inspo on timelines, traditions and the art of staying calm under pressure.
Father of the Bride (1991)
A classic that reminds you to include the fam in your planning (even if they go a little overboard). Bonus: the wedding styling is timeless.
For Pure Wedding Inspo
These films are loaded with dreamy gowns, stunning venues and those swoon-worthy “I do” moments.
Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
One word: iconic. The aisle moment alone (with water flowing down it!) is enough to make you want to level up your wedding Pinterest board immediately.
Twilight: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011)
Even if you weren’t Team Edward, Bella’s ethereal woodland wedding is a fantasy. That Carolina Herrera gown? Still talked about.
Sex and the City (2008)
Between the couture gowns and the drama of a wedding that didn’t quite go to plan, this one’s full of glam, emotion and serious bridal fashion inspo.
For the Hens Weekend (aka ultimate girl time)
Bridesmaids (2011)
If you haven’t watched this yet, now’s the time. Chaotic, hilarious and unexpectedly heartwarming—this is the ultimate hens weekend movie.
Mamma Mia! (2008)
Set on a dreamy Greek island with iconic ABBA singalongs and a mother-daughter duo that’ll hit you in the feels—plus a surprise wedding twist.
Bonus Picks
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Runaway Bride – Because commitment jitters are real.
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The Big Wedding – An ensemble cast + family drama = wedding weekend chaos.
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27 Dresses – For the forever bridesmaid (and some serious dress variety).
Wrap It Up
From planning tips to bridal style inspo and hens night hilarity, these movies are more than just entertainment—they’re a whole vibe. So pour a glass of bubbles, gather your bridesmaids (or your fiancé), and hit play. Wedding planning has never looked this fun.
