Netflix has made a major push into the teen-movie game in recent months, and the results have been delightful so far — come on, you know you've watched The Kissing Booth [1] at least a dozen times by now, too. There's no doubt that the streaming service is reawakening our love for teen movies [2], and, thankfully, Netflix has its share of unforgettable titles about high school, friendships, and first love tucked away in the service's vast streaming library. In fact, there are so many funny, heartbreaking, and downright classic movies about teens available to stream, you could spend the next few months channelling your 16-year-old self and swooning over Chad Michael Murray all over again.
From new favourites to '80s classics, these are the 25 best teen movies streaming on Netflix [3] right now.
The Kissing Booth
Elle and Lee have been friends for so long that they've put together a list of unbreakable rules designed to preserve their BFF status forever. One of the main rules is no dating relatives, but that doesn't stop Elle from falling for Lee's older brother, Noah. If you guessed this leads to things getting complicated for the trio, then you would be right.
Watch it now. [4]
A Cinderella Story
Hilary Duff [5] and Chad Michael Murray star in this modern take on Cinderella. Duff's Sam is forced to work as a diner dishwasher by her "evil" stepmother, and due to a phone mix-up, she soon finds herself in love with the most popular guy in school — who has no idea who she is, of course.
Watch it now. [6]
Alex Strangelove
Alex is planning on losing his virginity to his high school girlfriend, when a chance encounter with a boy from another school leads him to explore his sexuality in this sweet coming out story.
Watch it now. [7]
Bring it On
The legendary Bring it On [8] is an early '00s ode to cheerleading and friendship. Thanks to Gabrielle Union [9]'s Iris and her squad of talented cheerleaders, the movie also shined a light on cultural appropriation before the topic was openly discussed.
Watch it now. [10]
Dude
Who says only guys get stoner movies? Dude lets its four female leads get into just as much trouble as the boys in this coming of age tale starring Lucy Hale and Awkwafina. Set against the backdrop of the final two weeks of high school, four friends contemplate (and try to avoid contemplating) what comes next.
Watch it now. [11]
Heathers
Heathers is the ultimate story of mean girls [12] and high school cliques. This pitch-black comedy is a must on any list of the best teen movies for Shannen Doherty's blistering performance alone.
Watch it now. [13]
Some Freaks
High schoolers Matt and Jill bond over the things that make them different — he's missing one eye, and she's a plus size teen — but their relationship shifts as Jill heads off to college and undergoes a physical transformation.
Watch it now. [14]
F the Prom
Co-starring The Kissing Booth [15]'s Joel Courtney and Riverdale [16]'s Madelaine Petsch, F the Prom tells the story of two best friends, Maddy and Cole, whose friendship changes once they start high school. It's only after Maddy finds herself single just in time for prom that she and Cole reconnect with a mission in mind: destroy prom at any cost.
Watch it now. [17]
Cruel Intentions
You might remember Cruel Intentions as the teen movie you didn't want your mom to know you watched back in high school. Reese Witherspoon [18]'s Annette finds herself caught in a wicked game being played by rich step-siblings Kathryn and Sebastian, in this film about the darker side of teen life.
Watch it now. [19]
Candy Jar
This Netflix original is as sweet as its title suggests. Debate team nemeses Lona and Bennett are the ultimate rivals until their love-hate relationship gives way to some serious chemistry.
Watch it now. [20]
Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist
One wild night out in New York City unites teens Nick and Norah, who discover they might just be perfect for each other as they race around town in hopes of finding Norah's drunk friend.
Watch it now. [21]
Can't Buy Me Love
Grey's Anatomy [22] fans are going to love this one. Can't Buy Me Love stars a pre-McDreamy Patrick Dempsey [23] as a nerd (yes, Dempsey once played a nerd) who offers to help the most popular girl in his school as long as she pretends to be his girlfriend.
Watch it now. [24]
Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List
Best friends Naomi and Ely have vowed that nothing will ever come between them. However, their resolve is tested when they both fall for the same guy.
Watch it now. [25]
Deidra and Laney Rob a Train
Not all teen movies are about romance and cliques. Deidra and Laney Rob a Train focuses on teen sisters who hatch a scheme to rob a train in order to support themselves and help their mom after her arrest.
Watch it now. [26]
High School Musical 3
Even if you already know all of the words, there's never a bad time to revisit the High School Musical [27] franchise. The Disney original movie is almost certainly responsible for your Zac Efron [28] crush, and it may have introduced you to the world of musical theatre too. The third one isn't quite as epic as the first chapter, but then again, what is?
Watch it now. [29]
G.B.F.
G.B.F. is a smart and sometimes hysterical satire, that finds one gay teen trying to infiltrate the popular girls' clique. Unfortunately, his efforts lead to his best friend being outed and pursued by each of the girls as they try to secure him as their gay best friend.
Watch it now. [30]
Adventures in Babysitting
Babysitting is a rite of passage for teens, but precious few of them come away with a story as good as Chris's. After her plans with her boyfriend fall through, Chris takes on what should be an easy babysitting job that gets out of hand fast when she leaves the house to pick up her friend.
Watch it now. [31]
Step Sisters
Jamilah is the head of her sorority, an excellent student, and the leader of a step dance crew. The last thing she needs to worry about is a group of white girls who can't dance. Unfortunately, she's handed the unenviable task of teaching them how to find their rhythm by the head of the college.
Watch it now. [35]
Roxanne Roxanne
Based on the true story of Roxanne Shanté, Roxanne Roxanne is a remarkable drama about a fierce young girl who is the ultimate rap battle emcee in Queens.
Watch it now. [37]
The Outcasts
After falling victim to a prank pulled by their popular classmate, two nerdy girls vow to get revenge by starting a rebellion at their school.
Watch it now. [38]
The First Time
Teen Wolf [39]'s Dylan O'Brien stars in this charming movie about all of the firsts that come with being a teen, including first loves.
Watch it now. [40]
Speech and Debate
Three teens realise just how important it is to have an open discourse when they set out to bring back their school's debate team. (Hamilton fans, keep an eye out for Lin‑Manuel Miranda, who appears as a character known as "The Genie.")
Watch it now. [41]