Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to That Was Then... This Is Now List

  • The Outsiders - Both focus on the struggles of youth and the complexities of friendships and rivalries.
  • Rebel Without a Cause - Explores themes of teenage rebellion and the desire for identity.
  • Stand by Me - A coming-of-age story about friendship and loss during childhood.
  • A Walk to Remember - Focuses on young love and personal transformations against a backdrop of challenges.
  • The Breakfast Club - Centers on a group of teenagers from different cliques who bond during detention.
  • Dazed and Confused - Captures the essence of teenage life, friendship, and the passage of time.
  • Boyhood - A unique coming-of-age film that chronicles a boy’s growth over time.
  • The Spectacular Now - Explores the complexities of young love and personal growth.
  • My Girl - A heartfelt story about childhood friendships and the pains of growing up.
  • Fast Times at Ridgemont High - Highlights the ups and downs of high school life and teenage experiences.
  • Dead Poets Society - Emphasizes the importance of friendship and self-discovery in a school setting.
  • Once Upon a Time in America - A tale of friendships, crime, and growing up in a challenging environment.
  • The Edge of Seventeen - A relatable portrayal of teenage life and the struggles of growing up.
  • The Fault in Our Stars - Focuses on young love and the challenges of life and illness.
  • Good Will Hunting - Explores themes of friendship, mentorship, and personal growth.
  • Pink Flamingos - Themes of rebellion and defiance against societal norms.
  • The Goonies - A group of friends embarking on an adventurous quest and growing together.
  • To Kill a Mockingbird - A coming-of-age story addressing serious social issues and personal growth.
  • Little Women (2019) - Explores the lives and relationships of sisters growing up.
  • The Perks of Being a Wallflower - A poignant coming-of-age story focusing on friendships and mental health.
  • About a Boy - Focuses on personal growth and relationships between a man and a young boy.
  • Empire Records - A slice-of-life story about a group of friends and their struggles.
  • The Life of David Gale - Explores deep themes of morality, friendship, and societal issues.
  • American Graffiti - Nostalgic look at teenage life and the end of an era in the 1960s.
  • The Catcher in the Rye - Focuses on teenage angst and the challenges of growing up.
  • Ferris Bueller's Day Off - A light-hearted take on teenage rebellion and freedom.
  • Almost Famous - A coming-of-age journey through self-discovery and music.
  • The Adventures of Pete & Pete - Explores childhood and the unique bonds of friendship.
  • Ode to My Father - A dramatic tale that captures family bonds and personal history.
  • The Wonder Years - A nostalgic look back at adolescence and the lessons learned along the way.
  • Skins - Follows a group of teens navigating life, love, and identity issues.
  • The Virgin Suicides - Explores themes of youth, isolation, and the complexities of family.
  • Friday Night Lights - Focuses on high school life, friendships, and the pressures of competition.
  • Saved! - A satirical look at teenage life and the struggle for acceptance.
  • Moonlight - A poignant exploration of identity and coming of age in a challenging environment.
  • Wild - Focuses on a personal journey of self-discovery and coping with loss.
  • Girl, Interrupted - Explores themes of friendship and mental health in a young woman's journey.
  • Crazy, Stupid, Love. - Interwoven stories of love and friendship among different generations.
  • Little Fires Everywhere - Explores themes of motherhood, identity, and the complexities of relationships.
  • Skins (US) - An American adaptation that focuses on teenage lives and struggles.
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# Title Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status
1 1983 United States of America 110042 7 Film HD
2 1955 United States of America 103516 7.6 Film HD
3
Stand by Me
Stand by Me 89 min
1986 United States of America 488940 8.1 Film HD
4 2002 United States of America 231684 7.3 Film HD
5 1985 United States of America 474057 7.8 Film HD
6 1993 United States of America 216966 7.6 Film HD
7
Boyhood
Boyhood 166 min
2014 United States of America 382338 7.9 Film HD
8 2013 United States of America 168820 7 Film HD
9
My Girl
My Girl 103 min
1991 United States of America 98361 6.9 Film HD
10 1982 United States of America 125420 7.1 Film HD
11 1989 United States of America 657224 8.1 Film HD
12 1984 United States of America 408955 8.3 Film HD
13 2016 United States of America 151956 7.3 Film HD
14 2014 United States of America 425436 7.6 Film HD
15 1997 United States of America 1223480 8.4 Film HD
16 1972 United States of America 31074 6 Film HD
17
The Goonies
The Goonies 114 min
1985 United States of America 327755 7.7 Film HD
18 1962 United States of America 351245 8.2 Film HD
19 2012 United States of America 599179 7.9 Film HD
20
About a Boy
About a Boy 101 min
2002 France 199179 7.1 Film HD
21 1995 United States of America 71315 6.7 Film HD
22 2003 Germany 132700 7.5 Film HD
23 1973 United States of America 105808 7.4 Film HD
24 1986 United States of America 417505 7.8 Film HD
25 2000 United States of America 315410 7.9 Film HD
26
Skins
Skins 44 min
Seasons 7 Eps 61
2007 United Kingdom 100848 8.2 Serial Încheiat
27 2000 United States of America 186937 7.2 Film HD
28
Friday Night Lights
Friday Night Lights 43 min
Seasons 5 Eps 76
2006 United States of America 79446 8.7 Serial Încheiat
29
Saved!
Saved! 92 min
2004 United States of America 51212 6.7 Film HD
30
Moonlight
Moonlight 111 min
2016 United States of America 353364 7.4 Film HD
31
Wild
Wild 115 min
2014 United States of America 146661 7.1 Film HD
32 1999 United States of America 234470 7.3 Film HD
33 2011 United States of America 622167 7.4 Film HD
34
Little Fires Everywhere
Little Fires Everywhere 60 min
Seasons 1 Eps 8
2020 United States of America 61840 7.6 Serial Încheiat