Akansha Rukhaiyar
Films that represent the messy turbulence of teenage years often strike the precarious balance of resonating with young adults looking for a nostalgia hit while also being relatable to those in the throes of adolescence.
There’s no shortage of teen movies that skilfully show awkward growth, first loves, first heartbreaks, and the all-too-familiar tiffs with family and friends as the protagonist finds their identity. We are sure you’re done watching some of the most iconic teen movies on Netflix, such as The Edge of Seventeen (2016), Candy Jar (2018), or Alex Strangelove (2018). If not, give them a watch!
These teen movies on Netflix have left an indelible mark with their seamless portrayals of teenagers trudging through the chaos of high school or discovering what love means to them.Â
Here are 5 other recommendations for the best teen movies on Netflix you can watch with your teens or if you want a 2024 refresh of what a teenager’s life is like:Â
First Daughter (2004)
Okay, we know that relating to the daughter of a U.S. President may seem absurd. Still, this teen movie on Netflix manages to make her woes accessible even to those without royal or presidential ties. Sam (Katie Holmes) is the ‘first daughter’, thanks to her father, John (), and she cannot wait to free herself from presidential protocol to simply exist.