'Relationship Goals': Release Date, Cast, Plot and Everything to Know About The upcoming Amazon MGM Romcom

Published 01/28/2026, 4:18 AM EST

Amazon MGM Studios is gearing up to deliver a heartfelt romantic comedy with Relationship Goals, an upcoming Prime Video original that combines love, ambition, and emotional growth. Directed by Linda Mendoza, the film offers a modern take on relationships through the lens of career-driven conflict and second chances.

Given how the studio currently resides in a penthouse when it comes to the rom-com residence, owing to The Summer I Turned Pretty,  anticipation builds for Amazon MGM Studios’ next big romantic comedy. Fortunately,  Relationship Goals finally has a confirmed streaming date.

Release date of Relationship Goals

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Relationship Goals will be released on February 4, 2026, on the Amazon Prime Video platform in the United States. The release date coincides with the month of Valentine’s Day and puts Relationship Goals in a golden spot among viewers who want to watch a love movie with a rich emotional workout and laughs.

Production on the project wrapped in April 2025 after principal photography in Toronto. The extended post-production window suggests a carefully crafted final cut, aligning with Prime Video’s recent focus on polished, star-driven romantic comedies that appeal to a broad streaming audience.

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The main character duo are charismatic and the supporting ensemble is powerful ensuring that Relationship Goals has a strong core.

Cast of Relationship Goals

Kelly Rowland stars as Leah Caldwell, delivering a performance that balances vulnerability with ambition, while Cliff “Method Man” Smith plays Jarrett Roy, her charming yet competitive ex. Their on-screen dynamic forms the emotional core of the film, supported by performances from Robin Thede, Annie Gonzalez, Dennis Haysbert, and Matt Walsh.

Behind the scenes, the film is written by Laura Lekkos, with additional drafts by Michael Elliot and Cory Tynan, and produced by DeVon Franklin. Rowland also serves as an executive producer, underscoring her creative involvement in shaping the project.

With Dara Taylor composing the score and Linda Mendoza’s comedic direction, Relationship Goals aims to strike a balance between humor, romance, and heartfelt reflection.

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When past relationships collide with present-day ambition, Relationship Goals turns personal history into high-stakes competition.

Plot of Relationship Goals

The story follows Leah Caldwell, a determined television producer who finds herself on the brink of securing a coveted role as the lead of New York’s top morning show. Her professional momentum is disrupted when her ex-boyfriend, Jarrett Roy, reenters her life not as a romantic partner, but as her direct rival for the same position.

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As Leah and Jarrett navigate their shared history while competing in a high-pressure media environment, the film explores themes of accountability, forgiveness, and emotional maturity.

Inspired by Pastor Michael Todd’s bestselling book Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and S**, the narrative blends romantic tension with introspective moments, offering a story that goes beyond surface-level romance to examine personal growth and second chances.

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Are you excited to watch Relationship Goals? Let us know in the comments below! 

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Karishma Dasgupta

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Karishma is an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. She enjoys digging deep into stories and bringing clarity to the often fast-moving world of entertainment. She holds a double Master’s degree in Fashion Business Management and Digital Marketing.

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