11 Movies LikeMean GirlsThat Are 'So Fetch'

Mar. 15, 2025

(L-R) Lacey Chabert, Rachel McAdams, Lindsay Lohan, and Amanda Seyfried in ‘Mean Girls’ (2004).Photo: Paramount

It’s no secret thatMean Girlsis one of the most iconic teen comedies of all time.

The film also features an all-star supporting cast, includingAmanda Seyfriedas the hilariously dim-witted Karen Smith andLacey Chabertas the gossip-obsessed Gretchen Wieners. Fey herself has a role playing the school’s wise, yet overwhelmed teacher, Ms. Norbury.

So if you’ve found yourself on your millionth re-watch, here are 11 more movies likeMean Girlsto watch when you’re craving a teen comedy.

Booksmart

Beanie Feldstein as Molly and Kaitlyn Dever as Amy Antsler in ‘Booksmart’ (2019).Shutterstock

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Much likeMean Girls,Booksmartexplores the intricacies of cliques and social dynamics with clever dialogue. Both films dive into the pressures of fitting in, along with the bonds of friendship. WhileMean Girlsleans into the drama of popularity and rivalry,Booksmartfocuses on the comedic and heartfelt aspects of friendship, offering a more modern twist on the high school experience.

Clueless

Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz in ‘Clueless’ (1995).Paramount/Kobal/Shutterstock

Similar toMean Girls,Cluelessdelves into the high school hierarchy, with both films using humor and sarcasm to highlight the challenges of fitting in and learning to be true to oneself amidst the chaos of adolescence.Cluelessoffers a lighter, playful take on social status, focusing on Cher’s well-meaning but often misguided efforts to help others.

Easy A

Released in 2010,Easy Aoffers a clever take on the high school experience, withEmma Stonedelivering a standout performance as Olive Penderghast. When a harmless lie about her love life spirals into a full-blown rumor, Olive decides to embrace her new reputation — but soon discovers the consequences of her actions.

Much likeMean Girls, the film gets into adolescent social politics, but instead of focusing on cliques, it explores how rumors and reputations can distort one’s identity.Easy Atakes a more satirical look at the double standards and moral judgments that teenagers often face.

With a strong supporting cast — includingStanley Tucci,Patricia ClarksonandAmanda Bynes—Easy Aproves itself to be a more modern teen classic.

Bottoms

(L-R) Ayo Edebiri, Rachel Sennott, Zamani Wilder, Summer Joy Campbell, Havana Rose Liu, Kaia Gerber, and Virginia Tucker in ‘Bottoms’ (2023).United Artists Releasing / Courtesy Everett Collection

United Artists Releasing / Courtesy Everett Collection

Bottomsdelves into the complexities of popularity, friendship and identity in high school, but with a rebellious twist. LikeMean Girls,the film focuses on the struggles of fitting in, butBottomstakes a more daring approach, with its protagonists embracing their outsider status in an unexpected way.

The DUFF

Robbie Amell as Wesley and Mae Whitman as Bianca in ‘The Duff’ (2015).Shutterstock

The DUFF, released in 2015, focuses on the concept of social labels and how they affect personal identity.

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen

Lindsay Lohan as Mary Elizabeth “Lola” Cep in ‘Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen’ (2004).Shutterstock

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queenalso stars Lohan, who once again takes the lead in this teen comedy about navigating the ups and downs of high school. In this film, however, Lohan plays Lola, a dramatic and imaginative city girl who is forced to move to the suburbs. Much like her character inMean Girls, Lola must adapt to a new school, where she quickly clashes with her rival, determined to stand out despite her new surroundings.

A Cinderella Story

Hilary Duff as Sam and Chad Michael Murray as Austin in ‘A Cinderella Story’ (2004).Ron Batzdorff/Warner Bros/Kobal/Shutterstock

Ron Batzdorff/Warner Bros/Kobal/Shutterstock

Also released in 2004,A Cinderella StorystarsHilary Duffas Sam Montgomery, a modern-day Cinderella navigating high school. The film revolves around self-discovery amidst social pressures, but unlikeMean Girls, the movie has a fairy-tale twist.

With supporting roles fromJennifer Coolidgeas the hilariously wicked stepmother andRegina Kingas Sam’s fairy godmother figure,A Cinderella Storybrings humor and heart, making it a light, feel-good watch.

She’s The Man

(L-R) Clifton Murray, Brandon Jay McLaren, Channing Tatum, and Amanda Bynes in ‘She’s The Man’ (2006).Dreamworks Skg/Kobal/Shutterstock

Dreamworks Skg/Kobal/Shutterstock

10 Things I Hate About You

Julia Stiles as Kat Stratford and Heath Ledger as Patrick Verona in ‘10 Things I hate About You’ (1999).Everett Collection

Everett Collection

With its mix of wit, romance and of course, high school drama,10 Things I Hate About Youhas become a beloved teen classic. The movie also contains standout performances fromJoseph Gordon-LevittandGabrielle Union.

John Tucker Must Die

(L-R) Arielle Kebbel, Brittany Snow, Sophia Bush, and Ashanti in ‘John Tucker Must Die’ (2006).Diyah Pera/20th Century Fox/Kobal/Shutterstock

Diyah Pera/20th Century Fox/Kobal/Shutterstock

Much likeMean Girls, the film explores cliques and the lengths teenagers go for revenge and power. WhileJohn Tucker Must Dieis more focused on romantic mischief, it still taps into the dynamics of popularity and high school romances.

Heathers

(L-R) Shannen Doherty, Lisanne Falk, Kim Walker, and Winona Ryder in ‘Heathers’ (1988).Cinemarque-New World/Kobal/Shutterstock

Cinemarque-New World/Kobal/Shutterstock

Heathersdelves into much darker territory, exploring the destructive consequences of bullying, peer pressure and revenge. The film’s biting humor and over-the-top characters make it a cult classic, with Ryder and Slater’s dynamic performances anchoring the chaos.

With its satirical commentary on the high school popularity contest,Heathersis a great option in the teen movie genre if you’re looking for something unique.

source: people.com