Movies like The Next Best Thing

In Sweet Home Alabama, Reese Witherspoon's character faces complicated romantic decisions, much like the protagonists in The Next Best Thing who confront unexpected twists in their love lives.

My Best Friend's Wedding, featuring Julia Roberts and Dermot Mulroney, is a romantic comedy that plays with the idea of friends possibly becoming more, a concept that is central to The Next Best Thing.

Bridget Jones's Baby follows the beloved character as she navigates pregnancy and complicated romantic choices, much like the protagonist in The Next Best Thing, reflecting the humor and heartache of unexpected life turns.

This movie delves into the lives of a same-sex couple whose children seek out their biological father, leading to shifts in family dynamics. It resonates with viewers who appreciate The Next Best Thing's themes of non-traditional family structures and the challenges they face.

This film explores themes of friendship and untraditional family dynamics, much like The Next Best Thing. The Object of My Affection stars Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd, who navigate the complexities of their relationship when one of them wants more than just friendship.

Kissing Jessica Stein is a romantic comedy about a woman exploring her sexuality and the fluid nature of relationships, themes also present in The Next Best Thing.

Friends with Kids offers a modern look at parenthood and relationship evolution among a circle of friends, similar to the way The Next Best Thing addresses changing relationships after the decision to raise a child together.