6 Age-Gap Romances With Younger Male Leads to Stream On Your Next Girls’ Night
These leading ladies steal the show!
It’s far from uncommon to see an older man with a younger woman in a romantic relationship in film and television—as a matter of fact, it’s a trope that’s rather typical. On the contrary, however, something we see far less of is a stunning female lead with a younger male romantic counterpart. In the last few years, however, it’s something we’re seeing more and more in the stories that get told. Here, we take a deep dive into some of our favorite movies that manage to do so expertly—from 90s classics to brand-new hits.
The Idea of You (2024)
The film that had everyone talking, Anne Hathaway starred alongside Nicholas Galitzine in 2024’s The Idea of You. Hathaway played a 40-year-old gallery owner and mom, Soléne, who gets roped into accompanying her daughter and some friends to Coachella. While there, she has a run-in with the lead singer of a popular boy band performing at the festival, and before she knows it, she’s swept up into a whirlwind romance with a 20-something-year-old popstar. Solene’s relationship with the singer takes her on an adventure she never expected, though the scrutiny she receives in response to their age gap serves as a reminder of a very distinct double standard that exists in society today. Catch this romance flick on Prime Video.
Home Again (2017)
Reese Witherspoon takes the lead as Alice, a 40-year-old woman newly separated from her husband, who moves to Los Angeles with her two young daughters. While there, she meets a group of three young filmmakers in need of a place to stay. Soon enough, they’ve taken up residence in her guesthouse, and Alice finds herself falling for one of the members of the trio. Watch this heartwarming flick on Max.
A Family Affair (2024)
A young woman (Joey King) gets the shock of a lifetime when she discovers her mom (Nicole Kidman) is involved with her hunky, diva, movie star boss, played by Zac Efron. Also starring Kathy Bates, this laugh-out-loud movie is the perfect girls’ night flick and shows that everyone deserves their shot at love. Watch it on Netflix.
How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998)
Stella is a 40-year-old stockbroker who heads to Jamaica for a much-needed, well-deserved vacation with her friend. While there, she meets a handsome, younger man on the island. Soon enough, sparks fly, and Stella wonders if a romance with Winston is right for her. Starring Angela Bassett, Taye Diggs and Whoopi Goldberg, watch it on Hulu.
Babygirl (2024)
Nicole Kidman stirred up controversy with her role in Babygirl, where she starred as a successful CEO who forms a sexual relationship with her much younger intern, played by Harris Dickinson. Torn between this new entanglement and the love and loyalty she has for her family, Babygirl got everyone talking. Rent it on Prime Video.
Lonely Planet (2024)
Laura Dern stars as an author who heads off to a Moroccan writer’s retreat to finish her novel. While there, she meets Owen, who is accompanying his writer girlfriend. The two form a connection despite their age difference, and both learn something new about themselves in the process. Watch it on Netflix.
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