10 Movies & Shows Like After Class (2019)

Description: A witty teen comedy that cleverly updates Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter, following a high school student whose white lie about losing her virginity spirals out of control.

Fact: Emma Stone's breakout role that established her as a leading actress. The film's title refers to the protagonist's name (Olive Penderghast) and the idea of getting an 'easy A' in school.

Description: A hilarious yet heartfelt comedy about two academically driven high school seniors who realize they've missed out on fun and decide to cram four years of partying into one night.

Fact: Olivia Wilde made her directorial debut with this film. The entire movie was shot in just 25 days, with many scenes being improvised by the cast.

Description: A coming-of-age drama that explores themes of adolescence, mental health, and self-discovery through the lens of a shy high school freshman navigating friendships and personal struggles.

Fact: The film is based on the novel of the same name by Stephen Chbosky, who also directed the movie. It was shot in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where the novel is set.

Description: A romantic drama that delves into the complexities of young love, self-destructive behavior, and the transition from high school to adulthood.

Fact: The screenplay was written by the same duo who penned (500) Days of Summer. The film was shot in Athens, Georgia, standing in for the fictional town in the story.

Description: A unique blend of humor and heartbreak, this film follows an awkward teenager who befriends a classmate with leukemia, leading to profound personal growth.

Fact: The movie won both the Grand Jury Prize and the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival. The filmmakers used stop-motion animation sequences to reflect the protagonist's passion for filmmaking.

Description: A touching story about two teenagers with cancer who fall in love, exploring themes of mortality, love, and the search for meaning in life.

Fact: Based on John Green's bestselling novel, the film's title comes from a line in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. The movie was shot in Pittsburgh and Amsterdam, just like in the book.

Description: A coming-of-age mystery that follows a high school senior's quest to find his missing neighbor and childhood crush, leading to self-discovery and new perspectives on life.

Fact: This was the second John Green novel adaptation released within a year after The Fault in Our Stars. The film features an extensive road trip sequence that was shot across multiple states.

Description: A heartfelt story about a rebellious teenager navigating her senior year of high school, her strained relationship with her mother, and her dreams of escaping her hometown.

Fact: Greta Gerwig's solo directorial debut was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. The film is semi-autobiographical, drawing from Gerwig's own experiences growing up in Sacramento.

Description: A groundbreaking teen romantic comedy about a high school student navigating the challenges of coming out as gay while trying to discover the identity of his anonymous online crush.

Fact: This was the first major studio teen romantic comedy to feature a gay protagonist. The film is based on the novel Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli.

Description: A poignant portrayal of the awkwardness and anxiety of middle school life, focusing on a young girl's journey to find confidence and acceptance in herself and her peers.

Fact: Bo Burnham, primarily known as a comedian, wrote and directed this film, marking his feature film directorial debut. The movie was praised for its authentic depiction of modern adolescence.