Family Films About High School Heartthrobs

Description: Although set in the 1950s, "Grease" captures the essence of high school romance with Danny Zuko, a cool greaser, and Sandy Olsson, a sweet Australian transfer student. Their love story is both funny and touching, making it a timeless family favorite.

Fact: The film was adapted from a stage musical, and its soundtrack is one of the best-selling of all time.

Description: Cher Horowitz, a wealthy, popular high school student, takes on the role of matchmaker for her teachers and friends, learning about love and herself along the way.

Fact: The film was loosely based on Jane Austen's "Emma" and helped define the fashion and slang of the '90s.

Description: A modern retelling of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," this film features Patrick Verona, the school's bad boy, who is paid to date Kat Stratford, the school's most intimidating girl, leading to unexpected romance.

Fact: The film's title is inspired by a poem Kat writes in the movie, and it was Heath Ledger's first major American film role.

Description: A popular jock makes a bet that he can turn an artistic, unpopular girl into the prom queen. What starts as a bet turns into genuine affection, teaching lessons about inner beauty and true love.

Fact: The film helped launch the careers of several young actors, including Freddie Prinze Jr. and Rachael Leigh Cook.

Description: Mia Thermopolis, an awkward high school student, discovers she's the princess of a small European country. Her transformation and romance with a fellow student, Michael, make this a delightful coming-of-age story.

Fact: Anne Hathaway was discovered for this role after a casting director saw her in a commercial. The film led to a sequel, "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement."

Description: Cady Heron navigates the treacherous waters of high school popularity, becoming part of "The Plastics," a group of beautiful but mean girls. The film humorously explores the dynamics of high school social hierarchies.

Fact: The screenplay was written by Tina Fey, who also stars in the film as a teacher. It has become a cultural phenomenon with numerous quotes entering everyday language.

Description: This Disney Channel Original Movie follows Troy Bolton, a high school basketball star, who falls for Gabriella Montez, a shy transfer student, as they both audition for the school musical. It's a classic tale of breaking stereotypes and following your dreams.

Fact: The film was so popular that it spawned two sequels and a stage musical. The song "Breaking Free" became a chart-topping hit.

Description: Olive Penderghast, a high school student, pretends to lose her virginity to boost her social status, leading to a series of comedic and heartfelt events. The film explores reputation, rumors, and redemption.

Fact: The movie's title is a play on the term "easy A," referring to an easy grade, and it's loosely inspired by Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter."

Description: Bianca Piper discovers she's been labeled the "Designated Ugly Fat Friend" by her peers. She embarks on a mission to change her image, leading to unexpected friendships and romance.

Fact: The film deals with themes of self-acceptance and the superficiality of high school labels.

Description: Sam Montgomery, a high school student, communicates with her secret admirer via text, not knowing he's the school's most popular guy, Austin Ames. Their eventual meeting and romance make for a modern-day Cinderella tale.

Fact: The film was inspired by the fairy tale "Cinderella" and features a memorable dance scene at a masquerade ball.