5 Best Nicholas Sparks Movies on Hulu, Max and Prime (November 2024)

While Nicholas Sparks has made a mark in the modern romance genre in books, there is a lot more to his stories, which makes them so unique and heartfelt. Sparks himself has rejected being addressed as a romance novelist as his books explore themes of pain, loss, obsession, desire, sacrifice, and more. Many of his books have been adapted for the screen and become romantic classics with a dedicated fan base across the globe. Here, we bring you the best Nicholas Sparks movies you can stream on Hulu, Prime, and Max.

5. Dear John (2010)

Starring Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried, ‘Dead John’ is based on Sparks’ eponymous novel. The Lasse Hallström directorial centers on two young lovers separated by war and tragedies. John and Savannah spend years away from each other but keep in touch via letters until physical distance slowly turns into emotional one and, finally, estrangement. Can they overcome a war on terror and deaths to be with each other, or is it too late? ‘Dear John’ is made for Nicholas Sparks’ fans and offers traditional romance tropes. However, Tatum and Seyfried’s performances make it worth watching for everyone. It can be streamed here.

4. The Choice (2016)

Based on Nicholas Sparks’ 2007 novel, ‘The Choice’ stars Benjamin Walker and Teresa Palmer as new neighbors Travis and Gabby. While their initial interaction isn’t good, they slowly find themselves attracted to one another despite being in separate relationships. They soon break up with their partners, get into a relationship, and eventually get married. However, a horrific tragedy soon turns their perfect world upside down. Co-starring Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, and Tom Welling, ‘The Choice’ is directed by Ross Katz. Predictable yet sweet, this film is strictly for Nicholas Sparks fanatics. You can check it out on Prime.

3. The Last Song (2010)

Directed by Julie Anne Robinson, this film follows rebellious teenager Veronica “Ronnie” Miller (Miley Cyrus) who, along with her younger brother Jonah (Bobby Coleman), lives with their divorced mother (Kelly Preston). Ronnie hates her father (Greg Kinnear), but the siblings are sent to the beach town to spend the summer with him and perhaps reconnect. The only thing Ronnie shares with her father is their love for music, especially their mutual talent for piano. But will this help Ronnie get close to her father like they once were when she was a kid? Not without the help of a local guy named Will Blakelee (Liam Hemsworth), who helps her rediscover herself. To join Ronnie in her journey of rediscovery, you can watch ‘The Last Song’ on Hulu.

2. Safe Haven (2013)

An emotional and touching movie garnished with a touch of the supernatural, ‘Safe Haven’ follows Katie, who moves to Southport, North Carolina, to start a new life. She befriends Jo, her neighbor, and a man named Alex, who is a widowed father who works at a local general store. As days go by, Katie and Alex begin courtship, which Alex’s children are also happy about since Katie becomes a mother figure for them. However, things take a dark turn when Alex finds the wanted poster of a woman who looks exactly like Katie. Soon, a suspended police detective named Kevin arrives at Southport looking for her. What secret is Katie hiding? Will it push Alex away from her? Or will she be helped by someone close to her but whom she never expected to? A beautiful movie based on one of Sparks’ bestsellers, ‘Safe Haven’ is directed by Lasse Hallström and stars Julianne Hough, Josh Duhamel, Cobie Smulders, and David Lyons. You can watch it on Max.

1. A Walk to Remember (2002)

Adam Shankman’s ‘A Walk to Remember’ is based on Sparks’ novel of the same name. It follows two opposing teenagers, Landon Carter (Shane West) and Jamie Sullivan (Mandy Moore), who get to know each other in a most unlikely manner but slowly fall in love. There are many differences between them, but love stands tall. The catch? They don’t have much time, or at least one of them doesn’t. ‘A Walk to Remember’ is a cult-classic drama that is a cornerstone in the romance genre. You can watch it on Prime.

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