Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to My So-Called Life List

  • Freaks and Geeks - A coming-of-age series that explores the lives of high school students in the 1980s.
  • The Virgin Suicides - A melancholic portrayal of adolescence and family dynamics.
  • Dawson's Creek - A teen drama that focuses on the lives, relationships, and emotional struggles of high school friends.
  • The Wonder Years - An insightful look at teenage life and growing up in the late 60s and early 70s.
  • Skins - A raw and honest portrayal of teenage life and the issues they face.
  • Boys Don't Cry - A powerful exploration of identity and the struggles of young individuals.
  • To the Bone - A sensitive portrayal of a young woman's battle with an eating disorder.
  • Atypical - Follows the coming-of-age journey of an autistic teen and his family.
  • Everything Sucks! - Set in the 1990s, it explores the lives of high school misfits and their friendships.
  • The Edge of Seventeen - A comedic yet poignant look at the struggles of being a teenager.
  • Eighth Grade - A realistic portrayal of the awkwardness and uncertainty of middle school life.
  • Lady Bird - A coming-of-age film about a young woman navigating her senior year of high school.
  • Thirteen - An intense look at adolescence, friendship, and the texture of teenage rebellion.
  • Dead Poets Society - Focuses on the impact of a teacher and the life-changing experiences of his students.
  • Serialize This - An indie series that captures the struggles and relationships of young adults.
  • Gilmore Girls - Explores the close relationship between a mother and her daughter during their teenage years.
  • Normal People - An intimate portrayal of love and friendship through the lives of two Irish teens.
  • Help! I'm a Fish - Even animated, it navigates themes of identity and self-discovery.
  • The Spectacular Now - A realistic look at teenage relationships and the challenges of young love.
  • A Walk to Remember - A beautiful, emotional story about young love and personal growth.
  • Easy A - A witty take on high school social dynamics and the pressure of teen life.
  • The Perks of Being a Wallflower - A coming-of-age story about friendship, love, and mental health.
  • Pretty in Pink - A John Hughes classic that explores teenage love and social class issues.
  • Our Girl - Highlights themes of self-discovery and maturation amidst challenging conditions.
  • Mean Girls - A satirical take on teenage girl culture and the pressures of high school.
  • Palo Alto - A look at the complicated lives of a group of teenagers in California.
  • The Fault in Our Stars - A touching love story between two teens dealing with illness.
  • Rebel Without a Cause - A classic that explores the challenges of understanding oneself as a teen.
  • Boyhood - An innovative film that captures the life of a boy growing up over 12 years.
  • When We Rise - A miniseries about the LGBTQ+ rights movement intertwined with personal stories.
  • Sex Education - A humorous yet insightful take on the struggles of teenagers with sexuality and relationships.
  • Never Have I Ever - A coming-of-age series that tackles teenage angst and identity.
  • On My Block - Follows a group of friends navigating their lives in a rough neighborhood while facing adolescent issues.
  • Ready or Not - Though more thriller, it explores the tensions of family expectations and young adulthood.
  • The Goldbergs - A throwback comedy series showcasing the ups and downs of growing up in the 80s.
  • Better Things - A nuanced portrayal of motherhood and the challenges of raising teenage daughters.
  • Brooklyn Nine-Nine - While primarily a comedy, it touches on themes of friendship and identity.
  • The Bodyguard - Explores relationships and emotional challenges despite its action backdrop.
  • The Outsiders - Centers on teenage rebellion and the struggles associated with coming of age.
  • Nature Boy - A series that captures the essence of youth and the beauty of growing up.
  • The Last Summer - A lighthearted movie about the challenges and adventures of youth.

Last updated: 2024-09-25 17:23:28

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Freaks and Geeks
Freaks and Geeks
60 min
SS 1 EP 18
1999 United States of America 154694 8.8 Serie Canceled TV-14
2 2000 United States of America 171441 7.2 Movie Released
3
Dawson's Creek
Dawson's Creek
44 min
SS 6 EP 128
1998 United States of America 45090 6.8 Serie Ended TV-PG
4
The Wonder Years
The Wonder Years
24 min
SS 6 EP 115
1988 United States of America 41199 8.4 Serie Ended TV-PG
5
Skins
Skins
44 min
SS 7 EP 61
2007 United Kingdom 94156 8.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
6
Boys Don't Cry
Boys Don't Cry
118 min
1999 United States of America 104107 7.5 Movie Released R
7
To the Bone
To the Bone
107 min
2017 United States of America 55500 6.8 Movie Released
8
Atypical
Atypical
33 min
SS 4 EP 38
2017 United States of America 105148 8.2 Serie Ended TV-14
9
Everything Sucks!
Everything Sucks!
22 min
SS 1 EP 10
2018 United States of America 23629 7.4 Serie Canceled TV-14
10 2016 United States of America 142397 7.3 Movie Released R
11
Eighth Grade
Eighth Grade
94 min
2018 United States of America 83216 7.4 Movie Released
12
Lady Bird
Lady Bird
94 min
2017 United States of America 336638 7.4 Movie Released
13
Thirteen
Thirteen
100 min
2003 United Kingdom 99474 6.8 Movie Released
14 1989 United States of America 556046 8.1 Movie Released
15
Gilmore Girls
Gilmore Girls
44 min
SS 7 EP 153
2000 United States of America 151167 8.2 Serie Canceled TV-14
16
Normal People
Normal People
30 min
SS 1 EP 12
2020 Ireland 95814 8.4 Serie Ended TV-MA
17 2000 Denmark 7425 6 Movie Released
18 2013 United States of America 162366 7 Movie Released
19 2002 United States of America 223214 7.3 Movie Released
20
Easy A
Easy A
93 min
2010 United States of America 422176 7 Movie Released PG-13
21 2012 United States of America 553835 7.9 Movie Released
22 1986 United States of America 89907 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
23
Our Girl
Our Girl
60 min
SS 4 EP 28
2014 United Kingdom 4981 7.6 Serie Canceled TV-14
24
Mean Girls
Mean Girls
97 min
2004 United States of America 442749 7.1 Movie Released PG-13
25
Palo Alto
Palo Alto
100 min
2014 United States of America 31518 6.2 Movie Released
26 2014 United States of America 405184 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
27 1955 United States of America 98775 7.6 Movie Released PG-13
28
Boyhood
Boyhood
166 min
2014 United States of America 369349 7.9 Movie Released
29
When We Rise
When We Rise
43 min
SS 1 EP 4
2017 United States of America 3411 7.5 Serie Ended
30
Sex Education
Sex Education
85 min
SS 4 EP 32
2019 United Kingdom 359357 8.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
31
Never Have I Ever
Never Have I Ever
30 min
SS 4 EP 40
2020 United States of America 82381 7.8 Serie Ended TV-14
32
On My Block
On My Block
30 min
SS 4 EP 38
2018 United States of America 19892 7.8 Serie Ended TV-14
33
Ready or Not
Ready or Not
95 min
2019 United States of America 188057 6.9 Movie Released R
34
The Goldbergs
The Goldbergs
22 min
SS 10 EP 229
2013 United States of America 41407 8 Serie Ended TV-PG
35
Better Things
Better Things
23 min
SS 5 EP 52
2016 United States of America 18340 7.9 Serie Ended TV-MA
36
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
21 min
SS 8 EP 152
2013 United States of America 373327 8.4 Serie Ended TV-14
37
The Bodyguard
The Bodyguard
129 min
1992 United States of America 149501 6.4 Movie Released
38
The Outsiders
The Outsiders
91 min
1983 France 99630 7 Movie Released
39
Nature Boy
Nature Boy
55 min
SS 1 EP 4
2000 United Kingdom 203 7.7 Serie Ended
40
The Last Summer
The Last Summer
109 min
2019 United States of America 14469 5.5 Movie Released PG-13
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