Notting Hill (1999)
Kernel Score: 82% · 6,610 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Romance, Comedy
Released: 1999-05-21
Runtime: 124 minutes
Is Notting Hill worth watching?
Worth watching. A charming romantic comedy about a bookshop owner and a film star, with Hugh Grant's stumbling charm and Julia Roberts' warmth. It's predictable, but it does the job well and has a few lovely scenes.
Watch it if you
- like British romantic comedy
- enjoy opposites-attract love stories
- want a feel-good evening
Skip it if you
- dislike predictable romance
- want sharp or edgy comedy
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Notting Hill
- Stream: Paramount+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
London bookstore owner William Thacker's quiet life turns upside down when a chance encounter with famous actress Anna Scott sparks an unlikely romance challenged by their vastly different worlds.
Notting Hill parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Notting Hill is a PG-13 romantic comedy about a bookshop owner falling for a famous actress, featuring light adult themes typical of the genre.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — A romantic relationship develops between the leads, typical of the romcom genre, without graphic content noted.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Notting Hill
If you liked Notting Hill, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Pretty Woman (1990) — 85%: Classic romance between very different people.
- Serendipity (2001) — 77%: Light romance driven by coincidence.
- The Valet (2022) — 84%: Romantic comedy about an odd pairing and a secret.
- The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) — 82%: Gentle romance with a dreamy touch.
- La La Land (2016) — 90%: Romance with music and a bittersweet turn.
Director
Roger Michell
Cast
- Julia Roberts as Anna Scott
- Hugh Grant as William Thacker
- Gina McKee as Bella
- Tim McInnerny as Max
- Rhys Ifans as Spike
- Emma Chambers as Honey
- Hugh Bonneville as Bernie
- Richard McCabe as Tony
- James Dreyfus as Martin
- Dylan Moran as Rufus the Thief
Notting Hill FAQ
Is Notting Hill worth watching?
Worth watching. A charming romantic comedy about a bookshop owner and a film star, with Hugh Grant's stumbling charm and Julia Roberts' warmth. It's predictable, but it does the job well and has a few lovely scenes.
Where can I watch Notting Hill?
In the US you can stream Notting Hill on Paramount+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Notting Hill OK for kids?
Notting Hill is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Notting Hill is a PG-13 romantic comedy about a bookshop owner falling for a famous actress, featuring light adult themes typical of the genre.
What movies are like Notting Hill?
If you liked Notting Hill, try Pretty Woman, Serendipity, The Valet and The Purple Rose of Cairo.