Midwest’s Fave Rom-Coms Revealed: Are Your Picks On The List?
Fall in love all over again with the Midwest’s fave rom-coms, “Pretty Woman” and “Sleepless in Seattle” – classics that still capture hearts!
Winona, Minnesota – The Midwest has spoken, and the verdict is clear: “Pretty Woman” and “Sleepless in Seattle” are the region’s favorite romantic comedies. These two films from the 1990s have captured hearts and continue to be cherished decades after their release.
“Sleepless in Seattle,” starring the beloved Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks, tells the touching story of a widower starting anew in Seattle, only to catch the eye of a journalist who’s already engaged. This film, both written and directed by Nora Ephron, holds the fifth spot on Looper’s top rom-com list.
Right below it, “Pretty Woman” shines as the film that catapulted Julia Roberts to stardom. Playing Vivian Ward, a sex worker who pretends to be the girlfriend of a wealthy businessman, Roberts’ performance alongside Richard Gere is unforgettable, making this movie a timeless classic.
Across the United States, the love for rom-coms is evident. IMDb and global search data helped compile a list of the top 15 romantic comedies, and Google Trends revealed which ones are the favorites in each state. “10 Things I Hate About You” and “When Harry Met Sally” lead the pack, each topping the list in seven states. Following closely are holiday favorites “The Holiday” and “Love Actually,” both reigning supreme in six states.
In the Midwest, “Pretty Woman” is the top pick in Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan, while “Sleepless in Seattle” wins hearts in Nebraska and South Dakota. Other states have their unique favorites, from “Bridget Jones’s Diary” in Minnesota to “The Proposal” in Kansas.
Here’s the state-by-state breakdown of the Midwest’s fave rom-coms…
List of Midwest’s Fave Rom-Coms
- Illinois – Love Actually
- Indiana – Pretty Woman
- Iowa – Pretty Woman
- Kansas – The Proposal
- Michigan – Pretty Woman
- Minnesota – Bridget Jones’s Diary
- Missouri – When Harry Met Sally
- Nebraska – Sleepless In Seattle
- North Dakota – Crazy, Stupid, Love
- Ohio – 10 Things I Hate About You
- South Dakota – Sleepless In Seattle
- Wisconsin – 10 Things I Hate About You
So, whether you’re in the mood for a classic love story or a modern romance, there’s a rom-com out there for everyone. And it’s clear that in the Midwest, “Pretty Woman” and “Sleepless in Seattle” are the reigning champions of love and laughter.
How many of these movies have you seen? What’s your fave rom-com? Let us know in the comments!