These 24 High School Movies Are Your Perfect Back-To-School Entertainment
1. Mean Girls (2004)
This iconic movie follows Cady Heron as she navigates the treacherous waters of high school cliques. It’s funny, smart, and endlessly quotable.
2. The Breakfast Club (1985)
A classic that brings together five very different high school students during Saturday detention. They learn they have more in common than they thought.
3. Clueless (1995)
Based on Jane Austen’s “Emma,” this film is a delightful romp through the life of Cher Horowitz, a Beverly Hills teen who tries to play matchmaker.
4. 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
This modern take on Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” stars Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger. It’s romantic, funny, and full of teen angst.
5. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
Ferris Bueller decides to skip school for a day of adventure in Chicago. It’s a joyful celebration of youth and freedom.
6. Easy A (2010)
Emma Stone shines in this witty film about a high school girl who uses the rumor mill to her advantage. It’s clever and heartfelt.
7. She’s All That (1999)
A popular jock makes a bet that he can turn any girl into the prom queen. He picks the artsy outcast, and things don’t go as planned.
8. Superbad (2007)
This hilarious comedy follows two high school seniors trying to make the most of their last days before graduation. It’s raunchy but has a lot of heart.
9. Bring It On (2000)
Cheerleading gets competitive in this fun movie about rival squads. It’s energetic and full of spirit.
10. To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018)
A sweet story about a girl whose secret love letters get mailed out. It’s charming and perfect for a cozy night in.
11. Love, Simon (2018)
This coming-of-age story follows a teenager who’s trying to figure out how to come out to his friends and family. It’s touching and relatable.
12. High School Musical (2006)
A Disney Channel favorite, this musical tells the story of two high school students from different cliques who try out for the school musical.
13. Legally Blonde (2001)
Elle Woods shows everyone that you can be both fashionable and smart as she takes on Harvard Law School. It’s empowering and fun.
14. Lady Bird (2017)
A heartfelt look at the tumultuous relationship between a teenage girl and her mother. It’s honest and beautifully acted.
15. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
This touching film explores the life of an introverted freshman who finds friendship and acceptance with a group of seniors.
16. A Cinderella Story (2004)
A modern twist on the classic fairy tale, this movie follows a high school girl who dreams of escaping her wicked stepmother and stepsisters.
17. Juno (2007)
Ellen Page stars as a quirky teenager dealing with an unplanned pregnancy. It’s funny, smart, and deeply moving.
18. The DUFF (2015)
A high school senior discovers she’s the “Designated Ugly Fat Friend” and sets out to reinvent herself. It’s funny and empowering.
19. Pitch Perfect (2012)
Follow the Barden Bellas, an all-female a cappella group, as they compete to win a national competition. It’s musical and hilarious.
20. Sixteen Candles (1984)
Samantha’s sixteenth birthday is overshadowed by her sister’s wedding, but things turn around in unexpected ways. It’s a John Hughes classic.
21. Paper Towns (2015)
A boy goes on a road trip to find the girl he loves after she mysteriously disappears. It’s a thoughtful and adventurous journey.
22. Napolean Dynamite (2004)
This quirky comedy follows an awkward teen navigating high school life in rural Idaho. It’s odd, endearing, and laugh-out-loud funny.
23. Grease (1978)
This musical set in the 1950s follows the summer romance of Sandy and Danny as they navigate high school drama. It’s a timeless classic.
24. The Edge of Seventeen (2016)
A coming-of-age story about a high school junior dealing with the complexities of adolescence. It’s honest, funny, and relatable.
