One of my favorite things to do in the evenings is to grab a beverage – sometimes it’s a glass of wine, sometimes it might just be tea – and turn on a documentary on Netflix. Something about watching documentaries is soothing, and it’s nice to be able to learn something while you’re being entertained. Multi-tasking!
Autism in Love caught my eye recently because I’ve always been curious about psychology and mental health, having dealt with depression and anxiety myself. By watching it, I learned a lot, had my heart broken a bit, and even cried from joy.
The documentary follows the stories of four adults with autism as they pursue dating and romantic relationships. All four fall in different places on the spectrum of autism and face unique issues, like struggles with confidence or finding common ground with a partner whose autism affects them differently than one’s own.
Lindsey and Dave. Via IMDB
There are three stories told in this film:
- Lindsey and Dave, a long-term couple trying to see eye to eye on what their future holds
- Stephen, who has a great deal of trouble communicating and whose wife is very sick with cancer
- Lenny, a young man who is frustrated about his station in life and the difficulties he has had with dating
If you know someone who has autism, or if you’re just curious about it like I am, I highly recommend watching Autism in Love. It’s streaming on Netflix!
This post was sponsored by Netflix #StreamTeam, but all opinions are my own!
Anosa says
I love netflix and I definitely need to catch up on movies and TV series on there. Austim in love sounds like a lovely documentary
Enricoh Alfonzo says
I’ve heard such good things about this show and your one is the best by far. I cant wait to watch this.
Barbara Wagner says
Sounds like a fascinating movie. Looking forward to seeing it.
Whitney says
Looks like a great documentary, I love the concept of it.
Natasha Mairs says
This sounds like a great programme. I have a nephew who has Aspergers and he can find it really difficult to express how he feels. I don’t have netflix but my mum does, so will let her know about this
Peachy Adarne says
Looks like a very interesting Documentary I hope this kind of films be shown in mainstream media for people like me understand more about people with autism.
Kendra says
I love watching documentaries. This one sounds like it has some amazing stories to tell!
Eloise says
this looks like a great video on Netflix, I’ll have to watch this soon! My son has a best friend who is autistic, maybe I can learn even more about autism through this documentary!
Berlin says
Such an interesting watch. Surely i would look forward to waching it as well once ive started it.
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
There are some BRILLIANT documentaries on Netflix, I do love a good doc. Will definitely keep my eyes peeled for this one.
Annie says
I also love to watch documentaries! Mostly because I’m one huge nerd, but let’s not discuss that 😛
This documentary is now definitely on my “must watch” list
Lisa Rios says
Autism in Love sounds like a wonderful show & I love how it deals with stories of different adults with Autism. I have always wondered how they get along with each other & this is definitely a worthy watch to know more about them!
Sally Akins says
I’m the same – love putting something on Netflix when I’m relaxing in the evening. I hadn’t seen this before but it sounds really interesting
Echo says
I have yet to watch it. I know I will though.
Stefan says
I have actually watched this documentary because my girlfriend is a speech pathologist, it was very eye opening for me.
Rachel says
What an inspiring but heartbreaking programme this sounds, one to look out for x
Nicole Escat says
This is a great show. I would like to watch it and open my mind about this condition.
Sam B says
I’ve never seen this, I will have to watch it. I have a son with Autism, so would be something I hope is beneficial for us
Tanya Brannan says
This programme sounds both lovely yet heartbreaking at the same time. I would love to see it though
Kira C says
This sounds like a wonderful watch! I do love a good documentary so I’ll have a look on netflix!
Helen Costello says
This sounds like a really thought provoking programme. I’m only fairly new to Netflix but cannot believe the range of programmes on it.
Chocolate Mama Loves Vanilla says
This sounds like a great film! I love seeing different story lines that relate to real life, but having a documentary where people let you in is so raw and special. Thanks for letting me know this existed because I watch Netflix all the time, It’s just usually on kid movies!
edye says
Netflix has some amazing documentaries! I’ll totally check this one out 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
Hannah says
This is going straight on my watch list now x
Dana Rodriguez says
This sounds really interesting. I am going to have to check this out!
Debbie Welchert says
Sounds like a great documentary and one we could all learn more about Autism from.
Taty Pradilla says
This looks like it would be a really great weekend watch. I’m adding it to my list on Netflix.
Life as Mum says
Sounds like a great watch, I shall have to watch it!
Terri Beavers says
I’ll have to check this out, it sounds fascinating. I know a couple of people with autism and haven’t really thought about what it’s like for them to date, etc.
Ana De- Jesus says
I have a lot of autistic friends so this documentary would be a great insight into the way their minds work.
Melissa Bernardo says
Sounds like a great show to watch. I will have to check it out!
WhatLauraLoves says
This sounds great, I’m always watching Netflix so I’ll have to add it to my list of things to watch! xxx
Bonnie @wemake7 says
My husband and I watched this a few weeks ago. It was a really good documentary.
Toughcookiemommy says
This sounds like such a sweet film and I love that it educates people about Autism. Ignorance often causes others to make assumptions that aren’t correct.
Kristin says
It seems so prevalent these days, this is worth a watch for all of us! Even if we don’t have a loved one dealing with these issues, it’s up to us as human beings to education ourselves so we can show empathy!
Harriet from Toby & Roo says
I love this! My friend Danielle from Someone’s Mum has a son with autism and shares her parenting perspective a lot – I’ll pass this on. H x
Seattle Travel Blogger says
I also like documentaries – I like nature ones the best though.
It is nice to relax and learn something new though.
Cynthia R says
I’m going to look for it and maybe watch it this weekend. We love the selection on netflix.
Beeb Ashcroft says
I had a friend who tried very hard to help an autistic young man understand that she wasn’t interested in him like he was in her. It can be a delicate process.
Kita Bryant says
I knew a young man once who, do to his autism, struggled with this aspect of his life. It was hard to watch but encourage that he never gave up.
ricci says
I love Netflix and am always looking for a new show to watch! Great recommendation!!
Sherry says
My son is autistic and on the high end of the spectrum. I would love to watch this show. I hope Netflix Canada has it.
Sarah Bailey says
I haven’t watched on Netflix in a while, but this may be one that I need to sit down and take a look at. Autism is one of these things that I truly think people just don’t understand unless they have a loved one with it.
Toughcookiemommy says
I love that Netflix offers this kind of programming. It’s quality television and I enjoy taking the time out to watch it.
Jay Simms says
This sounds like it was such an eye opener. I don’t know much about Autism but maybe I can get a glimpse into their lives with watching this. Thanks for sharing!
kristin says
Oh this is a great show. Looks like one that would be great for the whole family, even if you’re not directly affected by autism.
Courtneylynne says
Ooooo I’m actually going to have to give this a watch! I know a few autistic kiddos and have always wondered about this type of stuff since I don’t actually know any adults with autism.
Marielle Altenor says
I don’t personally know anyone that has Autism. I’d love to watch Autism in Love. Will check on Netflix to see if it’s available (Canada Netflix).
Brian says
Thanks Liz. Just added this to my Netflix list!
Heather Hayes Panjon says
I Love Documentaries! This Documentary Looks Very Interesting! I Will Be Watching This For Sure!
Heather says
You know I know some kids with autism and their parents, and I believe I know 1 adult that I worked with back in the day that had a form of autism. I think we know a lot about “kids” with autism, but a good portion of us don’t understand that it doesn’t go away when someone grows up…its something they deal with their whole lives and for us to educate ourselves on this, I think can help when we need to respond in sympathy to people who have Autism. I can’t imaging the work, social and romantic struggles someone might have with Autism. I think I’ll check this out.
Jess says
Oh this sounds so interesting, my degree is in psychology so I love things like this 🙂
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
That sounds like a really interesting documentary. We have been watching a lot recently, and Netflix is the place to go for them!
Ron Leyba says
Sounds like a great documentary to watch. Hope I can watch it too, soon!
Rebecca Swenor says
Netflix is something I watch all the time and I too love documentaries. Autism In Love is something I am going to have to check out for sure. My nephew was diagnosed with a form of autism and I do know he has trouble with relationships. Thanks for sharing this documentary.
Claire says
I love all the documentaries you can access on Netflix – great to learn something!
The London Mum says
Sounds like a great documentary. I love how film makers are starting to acknowledge that media is a great way for us all to learn.
John Adams says
I’m part of the #StreamTeam too but this is new to me. I may check it out, sounds interesting.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
First time I heard of this documentary Autism in Love. I am sure this will be a great one to watch. I have friends who have children with Autism and would also recommend this to them. Thanks for letting me know about this. I have to find it on Netflix!
Crystal says
I have a few family members on the spectrum. I feel like we talk a lot about children’s lives with autism, but seeing my cousins grow up has been really interesting. This sounds like a great documentary.
James says
What a great idea for a documentary. You never hear of the struggles of those with autism trying to find love.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
I agree. Sometimes society puts so much stigma on people with autism that we forget they are as normal as the rest of us. I have to watch this documentary!
Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says
Now that’s an interesting angle in a good way. I bet the writers all have some experiences related to this to come up with that kind of setting. Thanks for the recommendation, I’d like to check it out soon.
Nicole Haas Etolen says
I am curious about autism and what life offers them. I am gonna watch this show.
Kiwi says
Wow about to check this out on Netflix right now! My brother is autistic and is 28 so this resognates with me and would love to see how others diagnosis with this spectrum operate in the love department as an adult. They need love too and I wish all of them love!
Adriana Lopez-Martin says
Mental illness and getting educated on it is very important. I will add this to my Netflix list and start watching soon =)
Heather Pfingsten says
We recently got Netflix but it is still so new that we don’t use it often. I am sad to say this is the first I’ve heard of the show. I have a good friend with Autism. He has advanced in every aspect of his life by leaps and bounds and is absolutely amazing but relationships, any form of relationship, has always been a struggle for him. I may need to tune in. Perhaps it would teach me more about him and his struggles. Thank you for sharing!
Chrystal | Nevermore Lane says
I haven’t seen this on my Netflix newbies yet. I will have to tell my friends about it as a lot of them have children with Autism. Looks like it could be really good.
Amanda Tempel says
I hadn’t heard of this, but I am definitely going to have to check it out. I don’t know much about Autism, but I want to know more.
Carol Bryant says
My wife and I were just talking about how we want to watch something new on Netflix. I came to this post and you solved our issue. Thanks for the tip!
Kathy says
This sounds like a great movie. I’ll be checking it out. I have two nieces who have Autism, so I would really like to see this.
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
I have two family members with special needs. I think documentaries like this can expose families to issues they may not consider as adults w/ special needs get older and more independent.
Amber NElson says
Sounds like a great documentary. I know many autistic people. Netflix always has such great docs to watch.
Jeanine says
Sounds like an interesting movie. I don’t know anyone with autism or anyone with kids who have it so I could use a little peek into that world.
Nikki Wayne says
Oh, I find this show so interesting. I will share this with a fellow mom who has a child with the same condition, I hope this will help her.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
I am a parent of a child who’s on the autism spectrum and I love watching documentaries like these. There is so much to learn as a parent of a child with autism and movies like these sure does help a lot.
Star Traci says
Wow! I’m almost in tears just reading about this show. I will definitely be checking this out. I love Netflix!
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Traci
Bella says
This sounds like a great doc! I am always looking for a suggestions of things to watch on Netflix so I will check it out tonight.
Jenna Wood says
This sounds like such a fascinating and raw film- I’m definitely going to check it out.
Jasmine Eclipse says
This sounds so interesting! I’ll have to share this with my aunt and my boyfriend’s mom, they both teach autistic children, and I know they would appreciate this documentary!
Christel says
This sounds really interesting! I always like watching a good documentary, and this one looks especially good.
Cindy Ingalls says
I’ve seen this movie on Netflix, but haven’t watched it yet. I was waiting for a recommendation, and now that I have one I will check it out.
Rosey says
That’s a good concept for a show. I bet a lot of people are learning some things from it too!
Myrah Duque says
i need to watch this and share with a friend who has two autistic kids. It will definitely help many of us understand better what Autism is all about and how we can help.
Rhian Westbury says
This has been on my to watch list for a while, definitely need to give this one a go x
Meagan says
This sounds like it could be really interesting.
William Sweeney says
What an amazing project! I have not heard of this being on Netflix before sounds like a good watch.
Jennifer says
I love the message behind these movies. People just don’t understand what people with autism are going through. I never thought about the dating perspective.
lisa says
This sounds like a great film. My sister in law teaches special needs children and I’m always interested to learn more about the adult side of this.
Mary Beth Elderton says
What a fascinating subject. This is a side of living in the real world with autism that I had not thought about.
Melisasource says
I think more movies like this one should made concerning a variety of illnesses. They will help everyone understand better and hopefully help the patients feel better too.
v says
What an amazing documentary to watch. I will most certainly have to see about catching this for sure! Autism Love sounds like it will resonate with me for sure.
fashion-mommy says
I think I really need to get Netflix, there is never anything on normal tv .
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
Sounds like an interesting show. Much better than some of the movies that are coming out these days. Love when I can learn something along the way as well.
MJ. L says
Sounds like a great film! I love Netflix so I will have to check it out!
tp keane says
I’ve never heard of this movie before, but already I love it. My niece is autistic and I think it’s a wonderful way for people to see them as ordinary people with needs and wants etc.
Laura H says
I love documentaries! Never heard of this one before but if it’s on Netflix then I’ll have to check it out – it sounds fascinating 🙂
Neely (@Neelykins) says
I would love to see this. Im a huge Netflix person and I love finding hidden gems.
Amy Deverson says
I love watching documentaries too – like you said, it’s good to learn something while watching! This one looks really interesting – I’ll have to give it a watch.
Jolina says
I must admit that when I settle in and turn Netflix on it’s usually to binge watch The Walking Dead or something. But this really sounds very interesting and heartwarming. Will include in our next couch potato weekend!
Chrishelle Ebner says
Wow, what an interesting documentary. I would love to watch it one day. One of my good friend’s son has autism and I am always looking to understand the disease a little better.
wheelchairmommy says
I have several friends with kids on the spectrum and I don’t understand 100%.
I’m always compassionate, of course. I should check this out.
mary says
This sounds like a perfect show to share with a few of my friends that are autistic. And some that have children that are autistic.
Brandy says
This show sounds really interesting! I’ll have to add it to my watch list on Netflix.
Pam says
This sounds really interesting. I haven’t heard of Autism in Love before but now I will have to check it out.
LaaLaa says
Aww this sounds like a lovely film to watch. Everyone deserves love – finding someone who understands you & loves you for you no matter what is special.
Brandy says
That’s what I am thinking. My middle has Asperger’s and I think this will warm my heart!
Jessica McDonnell says
This sounds like such an interesting documentary. I know a few people with autism.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I’ve actually seen this documentary, and it’s amazing! Lindsay and Dave are a classic love story in a different package and proof that just because people are different doesn’t mean they don’t have emotions.
Pam says
I want to watch it now. I love that it helps dispel some myths about autism, like autistic people don’t feel love!
Chanelle says
I agree! You can tell they really love each other even though they are different.
Marcie W. says
As the mother of a son on the autism spectrum, I am extremely excited to watch this documentary. I sure hope my beautiful boy finds love someday too.
samantha rickelton says
I wasn’t aware you could watch documentaries on Netflix – I’m going to have a look tonight thanks x
Anita Fonte says
An inspiring documentary and a different look at autism and relationships. Hopefully this will break barriers ad acceptance in society.
Carol Cassara says
It’s a tough world when you don’t have any issues with your health, what more if you do, right? I’m glad there’s a show like this for people to watch because it gives them a better understanding for people who have autism.
Mimi Green says
I love a good documentary. I watched a similar one with adults that have Down syndrome. I will check this one out.
Chanelle says
Do you remember what the one you watched is called? I’m interested!
Mimi "MimiCuteLips" Green says
It is called born this way and it was on A&E.
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
I am a former Special Ed teacher and recently won a contest that I submitted for bi-lingual Autistic Children to be turned into App at Hackathon. Sounds like a great show, not just for those with Autism, but even for those that don’t so they can understand the challenges and hopefully be more compassionate of others!
Scott says
I have so many documentaries on my watch list on Netflix, but just added another one – this one! Looks right up my alley!
Pam says
I love finding new documentaries to watch on Netflix. This one has definitely piqued my interest.
Scott says
There are so many good ones. My queue is HUGE!!!
Cynthia C says
This sounds inspiring. I will have to check it out on Netflix.
Alli says
This is the first I’ve heard of this show, but I would love to watch it to learn more about autism. I’ll have to check it out.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
That sounds fascinating. I had not heard of it until now, but it’s getting bumped up to the top of my list.
Courtney Gillard says
This is a nice show to watch. I would like to see this and understand more about this mental health condition.
Karlyn Cruz says
Oh, this is a nice show. I will recommend this to my friends. I hope they will like and will help them to be encouraged in a way.
Vyjay says
This is such a sweet and touching story, I will definitely look it up, thanks for sharing.
Elizabeth O. says
I’ve never heard of this documentary, so thank you for giving a heads up. It sounds like a moving show and something that will touch the hearts of many. It’s a great way to understand what the world is like for them too.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
It’s going to help a lot of people understand autism better, too 🙂
Melanie Smith says
I will watch this for sure. It sounds really good and interesting.
Amy Jones says
Sounds promising and goes straight to my list! I’ll watch it when I have time
Alissa Apel says
I’d love to watch this. I have a lot of friends that have kids on the spectrum. Also a lot of students too.