A BAKER’S DOZEN OF THE MORE MEMORABLE MOVIE & TV KISSES

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If you follow trending things on Twitter (I happily admit, I try to as little as possible), you may have noticed that this past week was International Kissing Day. So, here’s the thing, if you’re like me, you had zero idea such a things is even, well, a thing. These “days” often make me giggle (like a “funny holiday”) but also, a day like this, well, the romantic I am, and I’m just going to say, this day seems ideal for the kind of movies that are my favorites. So naturally, late though this is for the “trending” part of the week, I still have to share a few of the memorable movie and TV show kisses for International Kissing day.

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As a favorite romantic moment to feature, I love to talk about things like first dances, but rarely do I talk about the “first kiss” moment. Or really, not necessarily a first kiss, but just a good and epic kiss that makes you remember the scene. Some are quiet, but there can be epic in the quiet. Let’s take a look at some of the best kisses from film and tv over the years.

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SOME of the MEMORABLE MOVIE and TV KISSES

*First kiss, last kiss, or anything sweet kiss in-between, we’re all here for it!

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ANNE SHIRLEY AND GILBERT BLYTHE from ANNE OF AVONLEA

I mean, who doesn’t love their love? It’s iconic and classic and just so wholesome, too.

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CHARMING AND SNOW WHITE from ONCE UPON A TIME

This one is a recreation of the iconic Disney movie scene and so it feels kind of like a “duty” to include this moment between this fairy tale couple. It can be found in the early years (season one I believe) of the now cancelled ABC dramedy Once Upon a Time, and I must say, the writers did a nice job with the scene.

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ELIZABETH and WILL from PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD’S END

We all love a good nee EPIC kissing in the rain moment, right? There may not be one better (probably just as good) as this one from the Pirates franchise. memorable movie and tv show kisses

Synopsis: Just when he’s needed most, Captain Jack Sparrow, that witty and wily charmer of a pirate, is trapped on a sea of sand in Davy Jones’ Locker. In an increasingly shaky alliance, Will Turner, Elizabeth Swann and Captain Barbossa begin a desperate quest to find and rescue him. – Disney

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ELLE and NOAH from THE KISSING BOOTH

I know the majority of people don’t like this film. I think it’s cute albeit one with problems, yes. However I’m just unplugging and enjoying it when I watch, and I feel like that something I can, thankfully, do for most films. Otherwise, honestly, there’d be very few I was like in a high percentile kind of way. Must admit, a kissing booth kiss is pretty cute.

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FANNY and EDMUND from MANSFIELD PARK (1999)

I wasn’t going to add these two because I like to think I’ll put together a specific period drama list, however I feel like the moment between these two is pretty sweet. It’s got a bit of sass and disinterest but ultimately, it’s full on sweet.

Synopsis: When a spirited young woman is sent away to live on the great country estate of her rich cousins, she’s meant to learn the ways of proper society, but she also enlightens them with a wit and sparkle all her own. – Miramax

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JANE and MR. NOBLEY from AUSTENLAND

The first kiss between these two happens while Jane is still staying at her immersive Austen retreat where Mr. Nobley is an employee (and a kind of Mr. Darcy caricature). It’s in her room and is really pretty cute. It’s also one of those romance scenes I think is underrated.

Synopsis: Jane Hayes’s (Keri Russell) adoration of all things Jane Austen is complicating her love life. Determined to be the heroine of her own story, Jane spends her life savings on a trip to Austenland, an eccentric resort where guests experience complete immersion in the Regency era. Armed with her bonnet, corset and needlepoint, Jane strives to avoid spinsterhood … but has a difficult time determining where fantasy ends and real life—and maybe even love—begins. – Sony Pictures

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JOE and KATHLEEN from YOU’VE GOT MAIL

I kind of feel as though I’d be creamed if I didn’t add this film (saying this because this isn’t my favorite movie). It’s not that their kiss is “epic” or unique, but rather that it’s one of those slow burn love stories that takes the entire film to peak. As a result, the kiss holds lots of meaning, plus it has honest weight to the relationship because they know each other better than most rom-coms.

Synopsis: Strangers Joe Fox and Kathleen Kelly live and work near each other on New York’s Upper West Side. Though involved in seemingly satisfying relationships, Joe and Kathleen meet anonymously in an Internet chat room and find themselves confiding their innermost secrets–everything except their identities. – Warner Bros.

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JOSIE and SAM from NEVER BEEN KISSED

It feels like a kind of obligation to add this moment to the list. It’s such a “big” thing for Josie and it’s also one of those big romantic gestures in movies that we don’t forget.

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LORELAI and LUKE from GILMORE GIRLS

This probably doesn’t rank high for most people, but I really love this moment for these two. It’s another slow burn romances that most often allots for fighting rather than kisses. (Something that precedes this kiss.) However, this kiss is just so Luke and Lorelai and that’s what makes it special.

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OLIVER QUEEN and FELICITY from ARROW

This season three opener kiss is memorable and heartbreaking (as is kind of their whole love story from what I read!). Still, I love these two so very much and think Felicity is all kinds of cute even though some of the time, I think she deserves more relationship blame (or equal anyway) than Oliver. memorable movie and tv show kisses

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PETER PARKER and MJ from SPIDER-MAN (2002)

Pretty sure this kiss is on all lists of epic or best kisses ever. I don’t remember all of the specific conversation surrounding it but do also recognize that iconic upside-down kiss.

Synopsis: Average teenager Peter Parker is transformed into an extraordinary super hero after he is accidentally bitten by a radioactive spider. When his beloved uncle is savagely murdered during a robbery, young Peter vows to use his powers to avenge his death. Deeming himself “Spider-Man,” he sets about ridding the streets of crime, bringing him into conflict with malevolent super-villain “Green Goblin.” – Sony Pictures

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STEVE ROGERS and NATASHA from CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER

Ok, so adding this one isn’t so much about the romance between the couple or moment, but more because these two are funny together in this sequel to ‘The First Avenger.’ However I have to add this scene just because it’s unexpected and fun!

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SYDNEY AND VAUGH from ALIAS

One of my Instagram friends reminded me of this kiss, and it’s true. It’s a pretty epic one. Passion and adrenaline fuels it but it’s also something that has been building for quite some time.

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Photos: Alamy | Sony Pictures (Austenland)

Of course, I know I missed a lot, but hey, this will be fodder for a future list creation (including maybe one specific to period drama!!). What about all of you? What’s your favorite first (or last!) kiss between some of your favorite film or TV couples? Who do you like from this list? Who don’t you like from the list? Comment all of your thoughts below!

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note; this list was updated on February 9, 2026