When Harry Met Sally... (1989)

When Harry Met Sally... (1989) is a witty, warm romantic comedy that follows Harry Burns (Billy Crystal) and Sally Albright (Meg Ryan) over a decade as they repeatedly cross paths in New York City and slowly move from strangers to friends — and then to something more. After a long car ride home from college sparks a heated debate about whether men and women can ever be "just friends," the film traces their lives in episodic jumps across years: chance reunions, failed relationships, close confidences, and the small moments that build intimacy. Along the way their bond deepens, complications arise when sex enters the picture, and both must reckon with whether risking the friendship is worth falling in love. If you watch this movie you’ll experience sharp, fast-paced dialogue and a lot of laugh-out-loud moments, balanced with genuinely tender and reflective scenes. The chemistry between Crystal and Ryan carries the film — their banter feels natural and often hilarious, while quieter scenes deliver real emotional payoff. The movie’s structure (including brief on-the-street interviews with older couples) gives it a nostalgic, observational feel, and the New York backdrop and supporting players (notably Carrie Fisher and Bruno Kirby) add texture and comic contrast. Directed by Rob Reiner, the film combines smart romantic insights with classic rom-com warmth. Expect to leave amused, moved, and thinking about the messy, funny, and surprisingly complicated question at its heart: can men and women be friends without romance getting in the way? It’s a charming, quotable look at love, timing, and the small decisions that change a life.

Actors: Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher

Director: Rob Reiner

Runtime: 95 min

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

76 /100 7.7 /10 7.7 /10