For fans of After, the intoxicating love story of Tessa and Hardin has been an emotional rollercoaster — filled with passion, heartbreak, and drama that lingers long after the credits roll. But once you’ve binge-watched the entire saga, you might find yourself wondering: What’s next?
Luckily, Netflix is a treasure trove of equally dramatic, romantic stories that will scratch that same itch for intense relationships, shocking twists, and swoon-worthy chemistry. From angsty young adult dramas to sweeping love stories that span years, these 17 romantic titles are perfect for anyone who needs their next fix after After.
1. Through My Window (A través de mi ventana)
This Spanish-language hit delivers all the tension and heat of a forbidden romance. When Raquel falls for her mysterious neighbor Ares, their lives become entangled in ways neither expected. With sequels already streaming, it’s an easy binge for After fans craving more passion-driven storytelling.
2. The Kissing Booth Trilogy
Elle, Noah, and Lee’s messy love triangle has all the ingredients that After lovers appreciate: complicated choices, impulsive decisions, and tear-jerking goodbyes. It’s lighter than Hardin and Tessa’s love story but equally binge-worthy.
3. Purple Hearts
Starring Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine, this romantic drama follows a struggling singer-songwriter and a Marine who marry for convenience — only to find themselves falling for each other in unexpected ways.
4. To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before Trilogy
Lara Jean and Peter Kavinsky may not be as chaotic as Tessa and Hardin, but their romance has its own blend of tenderness and angst. With three films, it’s a charming yet emotional journey from first crushes to grown-up love.
5. Someone Great
This film focuses on heartbreak and healing rather than the romance itself, but its raw exploration of love, loss, and moving forward makes it resonate with After fans who know all about messy breakups.
6. All the Bright Places
Elle Fanning and Justice Smith star in this adaptation of Jennifer Niven’s novel, which deals with grief, love, and mental health. It’s heartfelt, tragic, and deeply emotional — much like Tessa and Hardin’s story.
7. Endless Love
A modern-day retelling of the classic forbidden romance, Endless Love portrays the whirlwind connection between Jade and David, who must fight against family opposition and their own fears.
8. The Perfect Date
Though lighter in tone, this Netflix rom-com starring Noah Centineo offers witty dialogue and the complicated emotions that come with falling for someone unexpected.
9. The Last Letter from Your Lover
Starring Shailene Woodley and Felicity Jones, this dual-timeline romance blends past and present in a story about forbidden love, hidden letters, and choices that change everything.
10. Tall Girl & Tall Girl 2
While more lighthearted, Tall Girl captures the insecurities and challenges of young love. It’s not as fiery as After, but it resonates with the universal struggles of fitting in and finding real connection.
11. After We Fell (Rewatch)
Yes, it’s part of the After saga, but rewatching After We Fell — arguably the most intense and emotional installment — can help ease the transition before diving into new romances.
12. Amar
This Spanish film is an intimate and realistic look at a first love that burns bright but fades quickly. With its raw and unfiltered storytelling, it captures the passionate intensity that After fans will recognize.
13. Our Chemical Hearts
Although available on Prime Video, it’s a must-watch for those who love romance and heartbreak. It follows Henry, a hopeless romantic, and Grace, a girl hiding painful secrets, as they navigate young love.
14. The Notebook
Though not exclusive to Netflix in every region, this classic starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams remains one of the most dramatic romances of all time. If you loved Tessa and Hardin’s enduring bond, this is a must.
15. Sierra Burgess Is a Loser
A romance born out of mistaken identity, this film mixes comedy and heartfelt moments with the kind of emotional tug that After audiences crave.
16. Remember Me
Starring Robert Pattinson and Emilie de Ravin, this love story is both tender and tragic, echoing the dramatic turns of After. Its shocking ending leaves a lasting impact.
17. Rebecca
Based on the classic novel, this gothic romance is filled with mystery, obsession, and secrets that threaten to unravel everything. It’s darker than After, but just as captivating.
Why These Stories Resonate with After Fans
What makes the After series so magnetic is the combination of fiery attraction, emotional vulnerability, and the idea of love surviving even the harshest storms. These 17 Netflix romances may differ in setting and tone, but they all tap into those same themes: forbidden connections, turbulent emotions, and the desperate desire to hold onto love against all odds.
So, if you’ve laughed, cried, and screamed through Hardin and Tessa’s journey, you won’t have to worry about running out of stories to obsess over. Netflix has plenty of dramatic romances waiting to sweep you off your feet — and maybe even break your heart again.
