Love at First Sight: The Cozy Rom-Com That'll Make You Believe in Fate Again (Thumbs Up! ❤️)

Love at First Sight (2023) – Official Poster

Director: Vanessa Caswill
Starring: Haley Lu Richardson, Ben Hardy, Jameela Jamil (narrator), Rob Delaney

This one's a sweet, modern rom-com that had me smiling the whole way through—classic meet-cute on a plane, missed connections, fate stepping in, all wrapped up in that cozy Netflix vibe. Hadley (Haley Lu Richardson) and Oliver (Ben Hardy) cross paths at the airport, share a spark, but life keeps throwing curveballs to keep them apart. Jameela Jamil's witty narration ties it all together like a fun fairy-tale guide, and the chemistry between the leads is spot-on—adorable, believable, and just the right amount of awkward charm.

The story leans into those familiar rom-com tropes (delayed flights, grand gestures, second chances), but it does them with heart and a touch of whimsy. It's not trying to reinvent the wheel, but it nails the feel-good emotional payoff: hope, loss, and believing in love when it feels impossible. Haley Lu Richardson is her usual charming self (she's got that relatable, girl-next-door energy that makes you root for her), and Ben Hardy brings just enough British charm to make the pairing work. The supporting cast adds nice warmth too.

Aggregate Scores (per the Fabiola Effect):

• IMDb: 6.8/10 → Passes the 7/10 mark? Close enough—solidly in the good zone!
• Rotten Tomatoes: 76% critics → Clears the 70% bar with room to spare.

Fabiola Effect unlocked: 70%+ on RT and nearly 7/10 on IMDb = instant WATCH. No second thoughts!

Easy 👍 thumbs up rating from me. This is a perfect cozy night-in rom-com—uplifting, light-hearted, and leaves you feeling hopeful about love. I'd happily watch it again for the smiles and that sweet airport ending. If you're in the mood for something feel-good with great leads and zero heavy drama, stream this one now. Highly recommended for rom-com fans! ❤️

What's YOUR take? Drop it below—does this pass your Fabiola test too?