Looking for more hilarious coming-of-age comedies like Superbad? You’ve come to the right place! Below, you’ll find a list of 16 movies that capture the same blend of humor, awkwardness, and heart that made Superbad such a beloved film.
1. Booksmart
Booksmart follows two high school overachievers who realize they’ve missed out on fun experiences and decide to cram four years of partying into one night. Starring Kaitlyn Dever and Beanie Feldstein, this film is a fresh and funny take on the teen comedy genre.
2. Project X
Project X is about three high school seniors who throw a party to make a name for themselves, but things quickly spiral out of control. Starring Thomas Mann, Oliver Cooper, and Jonathan Daniel Brown, this film is a wild ride from start to finish.
3. 21 Jump Street
In 21 Jump Street, two underachieving cops are sent back to high school to bring down a synthetic drug ring. Starring Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, this film is a hilarious action-comedy that keeps you laughing throughout.
4. Neighbors
Neighbors centers on a young couple who clash with a rowdy fraternity that moves in next door. Starring Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, and Zac Efron, this film is a riotous comedy about the chaos of suburban life.
5. The Edge of Seventeen
The Edge of Seventeen follows the life of a high school junior who feels more alone than ever after her best friend starts dating her older brother. Starring Hailee Steinfeld and Woody Harrelson, this film beautifully captures the angst and awkwardness of teenage life.
6. Pineapple Express
Pineapple Express is a stoner comedy about a process server and his marijuana dealer who are forced to flee from hitmen and a corrupt police officer. Starring Seth Rogen and James Franco, this film is a perfect blend of action and comedy.
7. Dazed and Confused
Dazed and Confused takes place on the last day of high school in 1976 and follows various groups of teenagers as they celebrate. Starring Jason London, Wiley Wiggins, and Matthew McConaughey, this film is a nostalgic trip back to the ’70s.
8. American Pie
American Pie is a classic teen comedy about four high school friends who make a pact to lose their virginity before graduation. Starring Jason Biggs, Chris Klein, and Alyson Hannigan, this film is both hilarious and heartfelt.
9. Can’t Hardly Wait
Can’t Hardly Wait follows the lives of various high school students during a wild graduation party. Starring Jennifer Love Hewitt, Ethan Embry, and Seth Green, this film is a fun and nostalgic look at high school life.
10. Easy A
Easy A is a modern twist on The Scarlet Letter, following a high school girl who pretends to be promiscuous to boost her social standing. Starring Emma Stone, Penn Badgley, and Amanda Bynes, this film is witty and sharp.
11. The 40-Year-Old Virgin
The 40-Year-Old Virgin is about a middle-aged man who has never had sex and his friends’ attempts to help him lose his virginity. Starring Steve Carell, Catherine Keener, and Paul Rudd, this film is both hilarious and surprisingly sweet.
12. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off follows a high school slacker who skips school for a day of adventure in Chicago. Starring Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, and Mia Sara, this classic film is a must-watch for any comedy lover.
13. Clueless
Clueless is a modern retelling of Jane Austen’s Emma, set in a Beverly Hills high school. Starring Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, and Brittany Murphy, this film is a charming and hilarious look at teenage life in the ’90s.
14. Mean Girls
Mean Girls follows a new girl in school who falls in with a popular clique and learns about the dark side of high school social hierarchies. Starring Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, and Tina Fey, this film is both funny and insightful.
15. Super Troopers
Super Troopers is about a group of state troopers who try to save their jobs by solving a crime. Starring Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, and Steve Lemme, this film is a cult classic for its absurd humor and memorable characters.
16. Adventureland
Adventureland is a coming-of-age comedy about a recent college grad who takes a summer job at an amusement park. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, and Ryan Reynolds, this film is a nostalgic look at the trials and tribulations of young adulthood.
