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Georgia's Favorite Rom-Com Tops Valentine's Day Picks
Pretty Woman beats out When Harry Met Sally... as the most popular romantic comedy in the Peach State.
Feb. 3, 2026 at 9:47am
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A new survey reveals that the 1990 classic Pretty Woman, starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, is the top romantic comedy pick among Georgians, just in time for Valentine's Day. While the film finished second nationally to When Harry Met Sally..., it received 28.57% of the vote from respondents in Georgia, making it the state's favorite rom-com of all time.
Why it matters
The findings highlight how regional preferences can differ from national trends when it comes to popular culture. As Georgians plan their Valentine's Day movie nights, the survey results provide insight into the romantic comedy that resonates most with audiences in the state.
The details
The survey, conducted by PixlParade in January 2026, polled 1,979 U.S. adults on their favorite romantic comedies from a list of 30 films released over the past 50 years. Nationally, When Harry Met Sally... received 21.78% of the total vote, narrowly edging out Pretty Woman's 18.75%. However, in Georgia, Pretty Woman was the clear favorite, earning 28.57% of the state's votes.
- The PixlParade survey was conducted in January 2026.
- Pretty Woman was released in 1990.
The players
Pretty Woman
A 1990 romantic comedy film starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.
When Harry Met Sally...
A 1989 romantic comedy film that explores whether men and women can truly just be friends.
PixlParade
A company that conducted a survey on the most popular romantic comedies of all time.
The takeaway
As Georgians plan their Valentine's Day movie nights, the survey results provide insight into the romantic comedy that resonates most with audiences in the state, offering a potential go-to option for those seeking a classic love story to enjoy on the holiday.
