Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Making the Grade List

  • Back to School - Features a comedic take on returning to college as an adult.
  • Accepted - Involves a group of students creating their own college, full of humorous antics.
  • School of Rock - Focuses on unconventional teaching methods and student empowerment.
  • Legally Blonde - Centers around an underestimated individual trying to succeed in a challenging school environment.
  • The Art of Getting By - Explores the struggles of an underachieving student navigating high school.
  • Ferris Bueller's Day Off - A classic take on high school life and the importance of enjoying the moment.
  • Better Off Dead - A dark comedy about teenage life and the pressures of fitting in.
  • Dead Poets Society - Explores the impact of a non-traditional teacher on his students.
  • Easy A - A modern take on high school dynamics and reputation, filled with witty humor.
  • Fast Times at Ridgemont High - Delves into the lives of students dealing with various issues during high school.
  • A Beautiful Mind - While more serious, it emphasizes the challenges of academia and personal struggle.
  • Rushmore - A quirky film about a brilliant yet eccentric student at a private school.
  • Mean Girls - Examines the social hierarchies within a high school, filled with humor and lessons.
  • The Breakfast Club - Focuses on a group of high school students from different backgrounds coming together.
  • Million Dollar Baby - Features mentorship and the drive to succeed against all odds.
  • The Perfect Score - A group of teens devises a plan to cheat on their SATs, touching on academic pressures.
  • The Graduate - Explores the theme of finding one's path after education in a comedic context.
  • Booksmart - A coming-of-age story that captures high school experiences and friendships.
  • Superbad - Follows two high school friends' adventures before they graduate, filled with humor.
  • Adventureland - Captures the essence of young adulthood and finding one's place in the world.
  • Can't Hardly Wait - Centers around a high school graduation party and the intertwining lives of students.
  • She’s All That - A classic romantic comedy about high school cliques and transformations.
  • 10 Things I Hate About You - A modern adaptation of Shakespeare that explores teen romance and social dynamics.
  • Geo-Tracker - Involves a comedic scenario involving young adults and educational challenges.
  • The Main Event - Focuses on an underdog scenario where the main character must prove themselves.
  • Julie and Julia - Explores personal development and learning new skills, similar to academic pursuits.
  • Pitch Perfect - Features competitive aspirations in a school setting and explores personal growth.
  • The Duff - Highlights the high school social dynamic while providing humorous insights.
  • To All the Boys I've Loved Before - Centers around high school romance and personal growth.
  • Sierra Burgess Is a Loser - Deals with identity and self-acceptance in a high school context.
  • The Edge of Seventeen - Focuses on teenage trials and the transition to adulthood with dark humor.
  • The Intern Show - Illustrates the journey of youth trying to make their mark in a competitive environment.
  • The First Time - A coming-of-age story about teens navigating their first love and experiences.
  • Akeelah and the Bee - Highlights the journey of a talented young girl overcoming obstacles in education.
  • Freaky Friday - Explores the challenges between generations in a light-hearted comedic manner.
  • 21 Jump Street - A comedic look at high school life mixed with undercover police work.
  • Drumline - Follows underdogs in a competitive college drumline, highlighting teamwork and ambition.
  • The Karate Kid - Involves mentorship and personal growth through challenges and teamwork.
  • The Savages - Touches on family dynamics and personal growth with a dark wit.
  • Rudy - An underdog story emphasizing determination and perseverance in academics and sports.
  • Freedom Writers - Focuses on a teacher making a difference in her students' lives against odds.
  • The Spectacular Now - Explores teen relationships and personal growth amidst life’s challenges.

Last updated: 2024-10-05 22:34:07

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 1986 United States of America 36727 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
2
Accepted
Accepted
93 min
2006 United States of America 140975 6.4 Movie Released PG-13
3
School of Rock
School of Rock
110 min
2003 United States of America 335062 7.2 Movie Released PG-13
4 2001 United States of America 253259 6.5 Movie Released PG-13
5 2011 United States of America 61040 6.5 Movie Released PG-13
6 1986 United States of America 391615 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
7 1989 United States of America 556046 8.1 Movie Released
8
Easy A
Easy A
93 min
2010 United States of America 422176 7 Movie Released PG-13
9 1982 United States of America 117512 7.1 Movie Released R
10 2001 United States of America 996118 8.2 Movie Released
11
Rushmore
Rushmore
93 min
1998 United States of America 199644 7.6 Movie Released
12
Mean Girls
Mean Girls
97 min
2004 United States of America 442749 7.1 Movie Released PG-13
13 1985 United States of America 442607 7.8 Movie Released R
14 2004 Switzerland 727558 8.1 Movie Released
15 2004 Germany 26383 5.7 Movie Released PG-13
16
The Graduate
The Graduate
106 min
1967 United States of America 290621 8 Movie Released PG
17
Booksmart
Booksmart
102 min
2019 United States of America 132895 7.1 Movie Released
18
Superbad
Superbad
113 min
2007 United States of America 640803 7.6 Movie Released R
19
Adventureland
Adventureland
107 min
2009 United States of America 170286 6.8 Movie Released
20 1998 United States of America 54525 6.5 Movie Released PG-13
21 1999 United States of America 394071 7.3 Movie Released PG-13
22
The Main Event
The Main Event
112 min
1979 United States of America 3316 5.5 Movie Released PG
23
Pitch Perfect
Pitch Perfect
112 min
2012 United States of America 333686 7.1 Movie Released PG-13
24
The DUFF
The DUFF
100 min
2015 United States of America 102620 6.4 Movie Released PG-13
25 2018 United States of America 126076 7 Movie Released
26 2018 United States of America 41383 5.8 Movie Released PG-13
27 2016 United States of America 142397 7.3 Movie Released R
28 2012 United States of America 73929 6.8 Movie Released PG-13
29 2006 United States of America 21858 7.4 Movie Released PG
30
Freaky Friday
Freaky Friday
97 min
2003 United States of America 154820 6.3 Movie Released PG
31
21 Jump Street
21 Jump Street
109 min
2012 United States of America 605490 7.2 Movie Released R
32
Drumline
Drumline
118 min
2002 United States of America 36245 5.9 Movie Released
33
The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid
126 min
1984 United States of America 248191 7.3 Movie Released PG
34
The Savages
The Savages
114 min
2007 United States of America 38806 7.1 Movie Released R
35
Rudy
Rudy
114 min
1993 United States of America 69729 7.5 Movie Released PG
36
Freedom Writers
Freedom Writers
123 min
2007 Germany 86020 7.6 Movie Released PG-13
37 2013 United States of America 162366 7 Movie Released
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