Our team compiled the best high school movies and here is what they came up with
Harrison Ford is one of the most iconic actors in Hollywood, known for his roles in some of the biggest blockbusters of all time. With a career spanning over five decades, Ford has appeared in a wide variety of films, from science fiction and action to comedy and drama. In this article, we will take a look at some of the best Harrison Ford movies and explore why the actor was so appreciated in each of these roles.
Here are the 17 best high school movies to check out on the streaming service.
1. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010)
The third movie in the popular “Twilight” franchise, follows Bella as she tries to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob, while Seattle is plagued by a string of mysterious killings. The movie grossed over $698 million worldwide, and was appreciated for its passionate romance, action and its loyal fan base. Rated PG-13
2. High School Musical (2006)
A musical comedy movie about two high school students from rival cliques who try out for the lead roles in their school musical. The movie grossed over $255 million worldwide, and was appreciated for its catchy original songs, energetic dance numbers, and its depiction of the challenges and triumphs of teenage life. Rated G
3. Mean Girls (2004)
A comedy movie about a teenage girl who transfers to a new high school and becomes involved with the school’s popular clique, known as the Plastics. The movie grossed over $129 million worldwide, and was appreciated for its comedic performances, particularly by Tina Fey, Lindsay Lohan, and Amanda Seyfried, and its sharp satire of high school politics. Rated PG-13
4. The Hunger Games (2012)
A movie based on the popular book series, follows a young girl who volunteers to take her sister’s place in a brutal televised competition in which 24 teenagers from a post-apocalyptic society fight to the death. The movie grossed over $408 million worldwide, and was appreciated for its strong performances, particularly by Jennifer Lawrence, and its intense action and thrilling story. Rated PG-13
5. The Breakfast Club (1985)
A comedy-drama movie that follows five high school students from different cliques who are serving Saturday detention together. The movie grossed over $51 million worldwide and it was appreciated for its sharply-written script, its realistic portrayal of teenage life, and its talented ensemble cast, particularly Emilio Estevez, Judd Nelson and Molly Ringwald. Rated R
6. Grease (1978)
A musical movie about the romance between a high school student and a transfer student set in the 1950s. The movie grossed over $188 million worldwide and it was appreciated for its catchy original songs, energetic dance numbers and its celebration of the 1950s and the culture of the time. Rated PG
7. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
A comedy movie that tells the story of a high school student who takes a day off from school and goes on a wild adventure with his friends. The movie grossed over $70 million worldwide and it was appreciated for its comedic performances, particularly by Matthew Broderick and its depiction of the spirit of teenage rebellion. Rated PG-13
8. 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
A romantic comedy movie based on Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” that was set in a high school. The movie grossed over $38 million worldwide and it was appreciated for its clever reworking of the classic play, its talented young cast, particularly Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles, and its witty dialogue. Rated PG-13
9. Easy A (2010)
A romantic comedy movie that tells the story of a high school student who pretends to be promiscuous in order to improve her social standing and learns about the consequences of rumors and lies. The movie grossed over $75 million worldwide, and it was appreciated for its sharp humor, its portrayal of high school stereotypes and its performances, particularly by Emma Stone. Rated PG-13
10. The Edge of Seventeen (2016)
A coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows the struggles of a 17-year-old girl trying to navigate the complexities of high school and her relationships. The movie was appreciated for its relatable story, its humor, and the performances of its cast, particularly Hailee Steinfeld. Rated R
11. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
A coming-of-age drama movie that tells the story of a shy high school student who finds a group of friends and learns to come out of his shell. The movie grossed over $17 million worldwide, and it was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, and Ezra Miller, its portrayal of adolescence and the struggles of growing up, and its heartfelt story. Rated PG-13
12. Dirty Dancing (1987)
A romantic drama movie set in the summer of 1963, that follows a young girl on vacation with her family and falls in love with a dance instructor. The movie grossed over $214 million worldwide, and it was appreciated for its iconic dance scenes, its memorable soundtrack and its performances, particularly by Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze. Rated PG-13
13. Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
A comedy-drama movie that depicts the lives of various high school students and their struggles. The movie grossed over $27 million worldwide, and it was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Sean Penn, its comedic moments and for its realistic portrayal of high school life. Rated R
14. The Outsiders (1983)
A drama movie based on the coming-of-age novel by S.E. Hinton, tells the story of rival groups of teenagers in Oklahoma in the 1960s. The movie grossed over $28 million worldwide, and it was appreciated for its performances, particularly by C. Thomas Howell and Ralph Macchio, its gritty depiction of teenage life and its well-written story. Rated PG
15. Never Been Kissed (1999)
A romantic comedy movie that tells the story of a journalist who goes undercover as a high school student to write about the modern high school experience. The movie grossed over $96 million worldwide, and it was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Drew Barrymore, its comedic moments and its relatable story of second chances. Rated PG-13
16. The Spectacular Now (2013)
A coming-of-age drama movie that tells the story of a high school student who falls for the school outcast. The movie grossed over $9 million worldwide and it was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Miles Teller and Shailene Woodley, its relatable story, and its sensitive portrayal of teenage relationships and growing up. Rated R
17. The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008)
A drama series that follows the diverse lives of a group of high school students and their families. The series was appreciated for its realistic depiction of teenage life, its handling of serious themes such as teenage pregnancy, and its strong performances by its talented young cast. Rated TV-14