Sadness, love, chaos, and happiness… Here are some beautiful youth movies that convey different emotions to the audience at the same time. If you are a young person or if you miss your youth and want to experience the feelings that made you feel great again, the list of youth movies we have prepared is just for you!
We have brought together youth movies where excitement, love, sadness, and fun are intertwined. We have compiled a very nice list of 20 different youth movies starting from the magnificent productions shot in 1985 and extending to the present day. Here are the best youth movies that convey many emotions to the audience at the same time.
1.Lady Bird

Christine McPherson, a high school student who calls herself ‘Ladybird,’ lives in Sacramento. Christine, who is in her last year of high school, is on the verge of making many critical decisions in her life. In addition, her social difficulties and her volatile relationship with her mother Marian are stressing her out. Her only dream is to go to New York for college.
Information about Lady Bird
- Title: Lady Bird
- Director: Greta Gerwig
- Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts, Lucas Hedges, Timothée Chalamet
- Release Year: 2017
- Duration: 94 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Language: English
- Age Rating: R
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
- Similar Movies: Frances Ha (2012), The Edge of Seventeen (2016), Little Women (2019)
- IMDb Link: Lady Bird on IMDb
2.La La Land

The production, which is among the youth movies, tells the story of two people whose paths intersect. Mia is a beautiful girl who dreams of becoming an actress. One day, during a traffic jam, she meets Sebastian, who is into classical jazz music. From the moment they meet, Mia and Sebastian’s hearts beat for each other. This couple will passionately pursue their love and dreams.
Information about La La Land
- Title: La La Land
- Director: Damien Chazelle
- Cast: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, John Legend, Rosemarie DeWitt
- Release Year: 2016
- Duration: 128 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Musical, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix, Disney+
- IMDb Rating: 8.0/10
- Similar Movies: Whiplash (2014), The Greatest Showman (2017), Sing Street (2016)
- IMDb Link: La La Land on IMDb
3.The Notebook

The movie begins with an old man named Duke telling a love story from his notebook to a woman with dementia in a nursing home. This love story is about the summer romance of Allie and Noah in the 1940s. 17-year-old Allie comes to Seabrook with her family to spend the summer. There, she meets Noah, who works as a laborer in a carpentry shop. Despite all their differences, they fall madly in love with each other. Unpleasant surprises await the lovers who spend a dreamy summer.
Information about The Notebook
- Title: The Notebook
- Director: Nick Cassavetes
- Cast: Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams, James Garner, Gena Rowlands
- Release Year: 2004
- Duration: 123 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
- Similar Movies: A Walk to Remember (2002), The Vow (2012), Dear John (2010)
- IMDb Link: The Notebook on IMDb
4.Five Feet Apart

The production, which is among the youth movies, tells the story of the changing lives of two young patients when their paths cross in the hospital. Stella Grant, who is 17 years old, has cystic fibrosis and therefore spends her life in the hospital connected to her computer. However, her life takes a completely different turn when she meets Will Newman one day. Will is also a patient like Stella. As the two young people begin to influence each other, the limitations placed on their lives due to their illnesses require them to distance themselves. However, as they spend time together, it becomes difficult to comply with these limitations.
Information about Five Feet Apart
- Title: Five Feet Apart
- Director: Justin Baldoni
- Cast: Cole Sprouse, Haley Lu Richardson, Moises Arias, Claire Forlani
- Release Year: 2019
- Duration: 116 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
- Similar Movies: The Fault in Our Stars (2014), Everything, Everything (2017), The Spectacular Now (2013)
- IMDb Link: Five Feet Apart on IMDb
5.13 Going on 30

Jenna is a 12-year-old who wants to grow up quickly like all her peers. When things go wrong at her 13th birthday party, she wishes to be 30 years old, and her wish comes true. She has a great body, a dream house, and a great boyfriend. But she decides that this is not what she wants. It will not be easy for Jenna to get things right.
Information about 13 Going on 30
- Title: 13 Going on 30
- Director: Gary Winick
- Cast: Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo, Judy Greer, Andy Serkis, Christa B. Allen
- Release Year: 2004
- Duration: 98 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Vudu, Apple TV, Google Play Movies & TV, YouTube
- IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
- Similar Movies: Big (1988), Freaky Friday (2003), 27 Dresses (2008)
- IMDb Link: 13 Going on 30 on IMDb
6.Bring It On

The production, which is among the youth movies, tells the story of the efforts of the cheerleaders of Rancho Carne High School in San Diego to win first place. The cheerleaders, who have won first place in the country for five years in a row, want to win first place this year like in the past years. However, Torrence, the new captain of the team, learns that the figures and moves from the previous competitions were actually stolen from another school in East Compton. They start working hard for the new figures.
Information about Bring It On
- Title: Bring It On
- Director: Peyton Reed
- Cast: Kirsten Dunst, Eliza Dushku, Jesse Bradford, Gabrielle Union
- Release Year: 2000
- Duration: 98 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Sport
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 6.0/10
- Similar Movies: Bring It On Again (2004), Stick It (2006), The Duff (2015)
- IMDb Link: Bring It On on IMDb
7.The Perks of Being a Wallflower

The movie tells the story of a high school student named Charlie. Charlie is a student who is constantly excluded, belittled, and ignored in high school. Continuing his life in isolation, Charlie meets two brothers named Sam and Patrick one day. The two brothers make a big difference in Charlie’s life, and thanks to their friendship, he comes out of his shell.
Information about The Perks of Being a Wallflower
- Title: The Perks of Being a Wallflower
- Director: Stephen Chbosky
- Cast: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Paul Rudd
- Release Year: 2012
- Duration: 103 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
- Similar Movies: The Spectacular Now (2013), Dead Poets Society (1989), The Edge of Seventeen (2016)
- IMDb Link: The Perks of Being a Wallflower on IMDb
8.The Hate U Give

The movie tells the story of Starr‘s quest to defend what is right and social justice. Starr Carter is a 16-year-old girl living in a poor neighborhood. One day, her best friend Khalil is innocently killed by a police officer just because of the color of his skin. Starr, who eventually starts listening to her own voice, decides to defend what she thinks is right.
Information about The Hate U Give
- Title: The Hate U Give
- Director: George Tillman Jr.
- Cast: Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby, K.J. Apa
- Release Year: 2018
- Duration: 133 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
- Similar Movies: The Hate U Give (2018), Fruitvale Station (2013), 13th (2016)
- IMDb Link: The Hate U Give on IMDb
9.Love, Simon

The production, which is among the youth movies, tells the story of Simon‘s inner world and emotional journey. Life is very difficult for Simon Spier, who is only 17 years old. He has not been able to explain the fact that he is gay to his family and friends. His problems do not end there. He is also in love with the person he talks to on the internet, whose identity he does not know. Solving his problems will not be easy for Simon.
Information about Love, Simon
- Title: Love, Simon
- Director: Greg Berlanti
- Cast: Nick Robinson, Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel, Katherine Langford
- Release Year: 2018
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
- Similar Movies: The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), Love, Victor (2020), To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018)
- IMDb Link: Love, Simon on IMDb
10.The Spectacular Now

Sutter Keely is the sought-after name at high school parties. Sutter prefers to live in the moment and has no plans for the future. One day, Sutter, who was abandoned by his girlfriend, wakes up on a lawn with Aimee Finicky after a drunken night. He gets close to Aimee, who is different from everyone he knows. While Aimee dreams of a future with her, Sutter is focused on living in the moment. Despite everything, the two begin to feel attracted to each other.
Information about The Spectacular Now
- Title: The Spectacular Now
- Director: James Ponsoldt
- Cast: Shailene Woodley, Miles Teller, Kyle Chandler, Jennifer Jason Leigh
- Release Year: 2013
- Duration: 95 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: R
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
- Similar Movies: The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), Easy A (2010), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
- IMDb Link: The Spectacular Now on IMDb
11.To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before

The production, which is among the youth movies, tells the love life of Lara Jean Song Covey. Lara Jean is 16 years old and does not have a boyfriend yet. Lara has written a letter to every boy she has loved so far. Lara, who has five letters, keeps them in a box in her room. But one day, the love letters were mysteriously mailed to their owners. The men she has loved so far have learned the truth at the same time. Another problem for Lara is who mailed the letters.
Information about To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
- Title: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
- Director: Susan Johnson
- Cast: Lana Condor, Noah Centineo, Janel Parrish, Anna Cathcart
- Release Year: 2018
- Duration: 100 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: TV-14
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video
- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
- Similar Movies: To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (2020), The Kissing Booth (2018), Sierra Burgess Is a Loser (2018)
- IMDb Link: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before on IMDb
12.Metal Lords

The movie tells the story of Hunter’s struggle for metal music. Hunter’s only dream is to form a metal band and win the upcoming “Battle of the Bands”. He already has his best friend Kevin on drums, but they don’t have a bassist. The only candidate is a girl who plays the cello. Hunter wants to realize his dreams with the band he has.
Information about Metal Lords
- Title: Metal Lords
- Director: Peter Sollett
- Cast: Jaeden Martell, Adrian Greensmith, Isis Hainsworth, Ansel Elgort
- Release Year: 2022
- Duration: 97 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Music
- Language: English
- Age Rating: TV-MA
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
- Similar Movies: School of Rock (2003), The Edge of Seventeen (2016), Rock of Ages (2012)
- IMDb Link: Metal Lords on IMDb
13.Nerve

The movie is about a truth or dare game played virtually. Vee joins the game, which is very popular among high school students. But over time, it becomes more than just a game and tension-filled moments begin.
Information about Nerve
- Title: Nerve
- Director: Henry Joost, Ariel Schulman
- Cast: Emma Roberts, Dave Franco, Juliette Lewis, Kimiko Glenn
- Release Year: 2016
- Duration: 96 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Adventure, Drama, Thriller
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
- Similar Movies: Unfriended (2014), Friend Request (2016), Ready or Not (2019)
- IMDb Link: Nerve on IMDb
14.Before I Fall

The movie tells the story of Samantha, who is forced to relive the day that led to her own death over and over again. Sam, a 17-year-old high school senior, has everything a young girl could want. However, her life is turned upside down after an accident. Waking up to the same morning every day, Sam must solve the mysteries surrounding both herself and those close to her in order to escape this cycle.
Information about Before I Fall
- Title: Before I Fall
- Director: Ry Russo-Young
- Cast: Zoey Deutch, Halston Sage, Jennifer Beals, Liv Hewson
- Release Year: 2017
- Duration: 100 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Similar Movies: Groundhog Day (1993), Happy Death Day (2017), Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
- IMDb Link: Before I Fall on IMDb
15.Everything, Everything

The movie tells the story of 17-year-old Maddy Whittier, who cannot go out due to a rare disease she has. For Maddy, who continues her life in isolation, things change when Olly moves in next door. Maddy, who has only had books and a computer in her life until now, pushes the boundaries when she meets Olly. One day, she runs away from home with Olly and goes on a journey to discover everything she could not do until now.
Information about Everything, Everything
- Title: Everything, Everything
- Director: Stella Meghie
- Cast: Amandla Stenberg, Nick Robinson, Anika Noni Rose, Ana de la Reguera
- Release Year: 2017
- Duration: 96 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Similar Movies: The Fault in Our Stars (2014), Five Feet Apart (2019), The Spectacular Now (2013)
- IMDb Link: Everything, Everything on IMDb
16.Paper Towns

The movie tells the story of Quentin, who lives in Orlando. Quentin, a successful high school student, lives with his loving family and everything in his life is going well. However, Quentin is deeply in love with his next-door neighbor, Margo. The two, who were close friends in childhood, are not as close as they used to be when they grew up. One night, Margo asks Quentin to join a practical joke and convinces him. But the next day, Margo disappears. Quentin and his friends set out to find her with the clues she left behind.
Information about Paper Towns
- Title: Paper Towns
- Director: Jake Schreier
- Cast: Nat Wolff, Cara Delevingne, Justice Smith, Halston Sage
- Release Year: 2015
- Duration: 109 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Mystery
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
- Similar Movies: The Fault in Our Stars (2014), The Spectacular Now (2013), Looking for Alaska (TBA)
- IMDb Link: Paper Towns on IMDb
17.Mean Girls

The movie tells the story of Cady, who was born and raised in Africa due to her family’s profession. Cady, whose parents are zoologists, has only been educated at home until now. Things will change for Cady when she starts high school at the age of 15. She falls in love with the ex-lover of the most popular girl in school. Things will not be easy for Cady.
Information about Mean Girls
- Title: Mean Girls
- Director: Mark Waters
- Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Tina Fey, Amanda Seyfried
- Release Year: 2004
- Duration: 97 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
- Similar Movies: Clueless (1995), Easy A (2010), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
- IMDb Link: Mean Girls on IMDb
18.Clueless

The production, which is among the youth movies, tells the story of a group of high school students living in Beverly Hills and Cher. Cher Horowitz is the most beautiful and most popular girl in high school. 16-year-old Cher’s biggest concern is to follow fashion and find herself a handsome boyfriend. At the same time, she has grades to fix and believes that the easiest way to do this is to play matchmaker to her teachers.
Information about Clueless
- Title: Clueless
- Director: Amy Heckerling
- Cast: Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, Paul Rudd
- Release Year: 1995
- Duration: 97 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
- Similar Movies: Mean Girls (2004), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), She’s All That (1999)
- IMDb Link: Clueless on IMDb
19.Say Anything

Lloyd Dobler is the rebellious, slightly irresponsible student of the school. One day, he falls in love with the most hardworking and beautiful girl in the high school. But the obstacle between them is Diane’s father. Despite everything, the two will start to see each other frequently.
Information about Say Anything
- Title: Say Anything
- Director: Cameron Crowe
- Cast: John Cusack, Ione Skye, John Mahoney, Lili Taylor
- Release Year: 1989
- Duration: 100 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
- Similar Movies: Sixteen Candles (1984), Pretty in Pink (1986), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
- IMDb Link: Say Anything on IMDb
20.The Breakfast Club

This wonderful production, which was released in 1985, touches on different topics by telling the story of the punishment that five different students receive in the school library on Saturday. A nerd, an athletic athlete, a freak, an intellectual, and a blonde will go on the way to the partnership they will discover between them.
Information about The Breakfast Club
- Title: The Breakfast Club
- Director: John Hughes
- Cast: Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald
- Release Year: 1985
- Duration: 97 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Language: English
- Age Rating: R
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
- IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
- Similar Movies: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986), Sixteen Candles (1984), Pretty in Pink (1986)
- IMDb Link: The Breakfast Club on IMDb
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