10 Comedies About Forbidden Love That Will Make You Laugh and Swoon

Description: While not strictly a romance, this film features a comedic take on forbidden relationships among the guests at a dinner party where murder is on the menu. The film's humor comes from the characters' secret liaisons and the ensuing chaos.

Fact: There are three different endings to the film, each shown in different theaters. Also, the film was based on the popular board game.

Description: This ensemble comedy-drama follows several intertwined love stories, including one where a writer falls for his housekeeper, creating a comedic yet poignant tale of forbidden love.

Fact: The film features a record-breaking number of British actors. Also, the famous "cue cards" scene was inspired by a real-life event involving the director.

Description: Two women, one from Los Angeles and one from England, swap homes for the holidays, leading to unexpected romantic entanglements with local men, including a forbidden love story with a much younger man.

Fact: The film was shot in both Los Angeles and England, with the English cottage being a real location. Also, the song "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers was used in the trailer.

Description: Andy, an aspiring journalist, lands a job at a high-fashion magazine, where she navigates the treacherous waters of office politics and forbidden office romance with her boss's right-hand man.

Fact: Meryl Streep's character was loosely based on Vogue editor Anna Wintour. The film also features a cameo by Gisele Bündchen.

Description: Tom Hansen falls for Summer Finn, his boss's assistant, leading to a non-linear exploration of their relationship, which is both sweet and forbidden due to workplace dynamics.

Fact: The film was inspired by director Marc Webb's own experiences. Also, the iconic "expectations vs. reality" scene was shot in one take.

Description: Margaret, a high-powered book editor, faces deportation from the U.S. unless she marries her assistant, Andrew. Their fake engagement turns into a real comedy of errors, highlighting the absurdity of their situation.

Fact: Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds had such great chemistry that they were considered for a sequel. Also, the film was shot in Alaska, showcasing the beautiful landscapes.

Description: A romantically challenged morning show producer is reluctantly embroiled in a series of outrageous tests by her chauvinistic correspondent to prove his theories on relationships, leading to a forbidden office romance.

Fact: The film was originally titled "The Ugly Truth About Men." Also, Katherine Heigl was pregnant during filming.

Description: A recently divorced man tries to reinvent himself as a modern-day Casanova, only to find himself in a web of complicated relationships, including a forbidden romance with his son's teacher.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Untitled Marital Comedy." Also, the scene where Steve Carell's character confronts his wife was improvised.

Description: Ben, a 70-year-old widower, becomes an intern at an online fashion site run by Jules, a workaholic CEO. Their relationship blossoms into an unexpected friendship, with hints of forbidden love due to their age difference.

Fact: Robert De Niro learned to drive a stick shift for his role. Also, Anne Hathaway's character was inspired by real-life tech entrepreneurs.

Description: Two middle-aged salesmen, after losing their jobs, land internships at Google, where they find themselves in a world of young techies and a potential romance with a much younger colleague.

Fact: The film was shot at Google's actual headquarters. Also, Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson improvised many of their scenes.