The 10 Best Teen Movies of All Time

So, your kid has outgrown Disney animations and trying to find something to watch on family movie night has become quite the challenge.

Don’t fret—here are the best teen movies to help them navigate through the tricky adolescent years and keep Mom and Dad entertained, too. Get the popcorn ready and enjoy.

‘CLUELESS’
(1995)

1

A must-see for its iconic ’90s fashion, quotable dialogue (“as if”) and killer soundtrack.

‘LADY BIRD’
(2017)

2

This coming-of-age flick has it all: brilliant writing, stellar performances and all the nostalgia.

‘EASY A’
(2010)

3

This witty flick starring the very talented (and hilarious) Emma Stone is a must-watch.

‘JUNO’
(2007)

4

The soundtrack is just as brilliant as Elliot Page’s wisecracking yet sensitive performance.

‘BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM’
(2002)

5

Jess’s strict parents won’t let her play soccer. When she secretly joins a semi-pro team, she creates a web of lies to hide her whereabouts.

‘MEAN GIRLS’
(2004)

6

This movie is so fetch. (Translation: smart, funny and an instant classic.)

‘SUPERBAD’
(2007)

7

Sure, the plot seems like your run-of-the-mill male teen movie but it’s surprisingly funny and endearingly sweet.

‘13 GOING ON 30’
(2004)

8

A feel good rom-com that transports 13-year-old Jenna (Jennifer Garner) into adulthood, thanks to some clever birthday wish magic

'CRAZY RICH ASIANS'
(2018)

9

Rachel (Constance Wu) has been dating Nick (Henry Golding) for several years, but she’s never met his family…until now.

‘HUNGER GAMES’
(2012)

10

For a dose of fantasy that's a little more badass, look no further than this dystopian science fiction-adventure flick.

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