The Best Movies and TV Shows Like Naomi and Ely’s No Kiss List

Naomi and Ely have been inseparable best friends since childhood, living in the same New York apartment building. Naomi, a romantically idealistic young woman, has been hopelessly in love with Ely for years. However, Ely is gay and harbors no romantic feelings for women. To protect their platonic bond and prevent jealousy from destroying their connection, they create the "No Kiss List"—a strict rule that neither of them is allowed to kiss the other’s crushes or partners.The delicate balance of their codependent bubble is threatened when Naomi starts dating a charming, sensitive law student named Bruce. Simultaneously, Ely meets and falls for a handsome, brooding aspiring filmmaker also named Bruce—who coincidentally shares Naomi’s boyfriend’s name, leading to endless confusion and comedic tension. Naomi, deeply insecure and used to being the absolute center of Ely’s world, struggles to accept that Ely is growing up and prioritizing his burgeoning romance.Things reach a boiling point when Naomi discovers that Ely has broken the golden rule of their pact. During a wild night out, Ely kisses Naomi’s boyfriend, Bruce, shattering the trust that held their friendship together. Feeling utterly betrayed by the two most important people in her life, Naomi spirals into a deep emotional crisis. Her heartbreak is twofold: she has lost her boyfriend, but more importantly, she feels abandoned by Ely, the person who was supposed to always choose her above everyone else.In the aftermath of the betrayal, both Naomi and Ely are forced to reevaluate their toxic dynamic. Naomi realizes that her obsession with Ely has held her back from experiencing genuine, reciprocal love and personal growth. She must learn to let go of her controlling nature and stop trying to possess Ely. Meanwhile, Ely begins to understand the profound collateral damage of his selfishness and the deep pain he inflicted upon his oldest confidante.Ultimately, the film concludes with a bittersweet realization. While Naomi and Ely attempt to mend their rift, they acknowledge that their infamous childhood arrangement is officially over, and things can never completely return to the way they were. They must step out of their insulated bubble and face the adult world independently. As they part ways at the end of the summer, they recognize that while their relationship must evolve and mature, the foundational love they share will always remain. Naomi finally steps into her own strength, learning to embrace her own identity outside of the shadow of her best friend, ready to face whatever future awaits her in the sprawling, unpredictable expanse of New York City.