Love doesn’t always start sweet. Sometimes, the best love stories begin with a little rivalry and a lot of banter.
If you’re into the enemies-to-lovers trope, these five Hallmark movies are perfect to spark your Valentine’s Day mood. Check them out below.
1. ‘Unleashing Mr. Darcy’ (2016)
When Elizabeth Scott (Cindy Busby) enters her pup in a prestigious dog show, she immediately clashes with judge Donovan Darcy (Ryan Paevey), who rubs her the wrong way. But as they cross paths again, she starts to wonder if there’s more to him than that first bad impression. “Unleashing Mr. Darcy” is available to stream on Hallmark+.
Synopsis: “In this modern day spin on “Pride & Prejudice,” Elizabeth Scott, is fishing for direction in her life and gets the opportunity to professionally show her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in a fancy New York dog show. Dog show judge Donovan Darcy comes across as aristocratic and rude and a chain of misunderstandings unfold during the competition, complicating their mutual attraction. In true Jane Austen fashion, Elizabeth and Donovan begin to see the error of their ways and it turns out Mr. Darcy is far more kind and interesting than Elizabeth ever imagined.”
Starring: Ryan Paevey and Cindy Busby
2. ‘Pride, Prejudice, and Mistletoe’ (2018)
Back home for the holidays, Darcy Fitzwilliam (Lacey Chabert) is stuck planning a Christmas charity event with her high school nemesis, Luke Bennet (Brendan Penny). Spending time together makes her question everything she thought she knew, including the life and relationship she left behind. Stream “Pride and Prejudice and Mistletoe” on Hallmark+.
Synopsis: “Darcy has always worked hard to prove herself and be successful on her own terms, even choosing to start her own company, rather than work with her father. Returning to her hometown for Christmas, Darcy reconnects with an old rival, restaurant owner Luke, and they are forced to plan a charity event together. As Darcy spends time with her family and Luke, she starts to realize what matters most in life and sets out to mend her relationship with her father, and possibly fall in love.”
Starring: Lacey Chabert and Brendan Penny
3. ‘Flip That Romance’ (2019)
Jules Briggs (Julie Gonzalo) and Lance Waddell (Tyler Hynes) are exes, rivals, and co-owners of a duplex, so naturally, they turn flipping it into a competition. When a magazine spread is suddenly on the line, things heat up fast. But will working side by side bring back old feelings? Stream “Flip That Romance” on Hallmark+.
Synopsis: “Rival house flippers, Jules Briggs and Lance Waddell, renovate dual sides of a duplex and rekindle an old romance.”
Starring: Julie Gonzalo and Tyler Hynes
4. ‘Winter Love Story’ (2019)
When debut author Cassie Winslett (Jen Lilley) teams up with bestselling writer Elliot Somers (Kevin McGarry), she’s sure he’s all ego and no substance. Turns out, she may have judged him way too fast. Stream “Winter Love Story” on Hallmark+.
Synopsis: “When new author Cassie Winslett’s first novel isn’t selling, she is paired on a book tour with the best-selling author Elliot Somersby to boost Cassie’s sales and her confidence – but along the way a romance starts to blossom.”
Starring: Jen Lilley, Kevin McGarry, and Mary-Margaret Humes
5. ‘Love in Store’ (2020)
Shopping network hosts Terrie (Alexandra Breckenridge) and David (Robert Buckley) are stars with their own audiences, but off camera, they can’t stand each other. When they both go after the same promotion and are forced to co-host together, sparks (and tension) start to fly. Watch “Love in Store” on Hallmark+.
Synopsis: “Two rival home shopping hosts are forced together while competing for a promotion. Along the way, they find their on-air chemistry kindles an off-air spark.”
Starring: Alexandra Breckenridge, Robert Buckley, and Jackée Harry
I love all these movies and can’t wait to watch them.