The best Nancy Meyers movies

This beloved film follows Hallie and Annie, twin sisters who were separated at birth and raised on different continents. So when they meet at a summer camp, the twins hatch a plan to switch places and ultimately reunite their estranged parents. 

The Parent Trap was universally praised upon its release for Lindsay’s performance and Nancy’s heartfelt storytelling.

Two women – workaholic Amanda from LA and heartbroken Iris from England – swap homes for the holidays, hoping to escape their troubles. During their respective trips, both women find unexpected love and self-discovery. 

The Holiday has a stellar cast that includes Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law and Jack Black, and its cosy, feel-good vibe has made it a Christmas favourite.

Ageing playboy Harry, played by Jack Nicholson, only dates younger women. At least until he unexpectedly falls for his girlfriend’s mother, successful playwright Erica – played by Diane Keaton. The complicated romance that ensues is both hilarious and touching, and Diane’s outstanding performance earned her a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination.

Meryl Streep stars in It’s Complicated as Jane, a divorced woman who unexpectedly rekindles a romance with her ex-husband, played by Alec Baldwin. Meanwhile, she also finds herself drawn to a charming architect, played by Steve Martin. 

Thanks to its phenomenal cast and the smart writing, this film is a must-watch for rom-com lovers.

The Intern stars Hollywood heavyweights Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway, and follows a widower who becomes a senior intern at an online fashion startup run by a young woman. As the two become friends, he provides wisdom and stability in her hectic life. 

In this heartfelt comedy, a father struggles to cope with his daughter’s upcoming wedding. As the big day approaches, he navigates emotional and financial hurdles while trying to let go. The film, which stars Steve Martin and Diane Keaton, was a box office hit and remains a cherished classic today.

Private Benjamin stars Goldie Hawn as Judy Benjamin: a pampered woman who impulsively joins the US Army after her husband’s sudden death. The film was a critical and commercial success, and earnt Nancy an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay.