The Greatest Teen Movies Of The 2000s

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Updated June 23, 2023 40.8K votes 4.2K voters 120.6K views
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Vote up your favorite teenage films that have been released between 2000 and 2009.

Looking to get a bit nostalgic with the best teen movies from the 2000s? Then you're in the right place for some great 2000s high school movies. Mean Girls, Freaky Friday, and The Princess Diaries were among some of the great teen films of the 2000s. There are also teen romance movies on this list that will never be forgotten, like A Walk to Remember, Step Up, and Save the Last Dance. But which one is the best?

With all of these amazing choices, it may be tough to narrow down the very best 2000s teen movies. That's where you come in, vote up your favorites to see which of these great teen films of the 2000s gets the top spot.

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  • Mean Girls
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    Mean Girls

    Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Tina Fey
    1,734 votes
    • Released: 2004
    • Directed by: Mark Waters
    In the teen comedy Mean Girls, Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) is a naive newcomer to public school, having been homeschooled in Africa. She finds herself in the whirlwind of high school politics and cliques, especially when she crosses paths with Regina George (Rachel McAdams), the queen bee of North Shore High School's most popular clique, The Plastics. As Cady navigates this new terrain, she becomes entangled in The Plastics' manipulative games. Tina Fey, who also wrote the screenplay, stars as Ms. Norbury, a teacher who provides guidance for Cady. Mean Girls was nominated for multiple awards and won a Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie: Comedy.

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  • The Princess Diaries
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    The Princess Diaries

    Julie Andrews, Anne Hathaway, Héctor Elizondo
    1,408 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Garry Marshall
    Stepping into the realm of teenage comedy, The Princess Diaries is a delightful tale that revolves around Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway), a seemingly ordinary high school girl. Unbeknownst to her, she's actually royalty, a fact revealed by her regal grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews). The transformation from clumsy teen to elegant princess isn't smooth sailing, with numerous comedic mishaps along the way. Trapped between two worlds, Mia must choose her path. Directed by Garry Marshall, this light-hearted film is an entertaining mix of comedy and romance, suitable for all ages.

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  • She's the Man
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    She's the Man

    Amanda Bynes, James Kirk, Channing Tatum
    1,306 votes
    • Released: 2006
    • Directed by: Andy Fickman
    In the comedy film She's the Man, Viola (Amanda Bynes) takes on a bold endeavor. When her soccer team gets cut, she disguises herself as her twin brother Sebastian (James Kirk), enrolling in his place at a rival school to play on their boys' team. Duke (Channing Tatum), her unsuspecting roommate, becomes an unexpected ally in her high-stakes charade. As Viola navigates this testosterone-driven world, comedic chaos ensues. The film draws inspiration from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, adding a modern twist to the classic tale of mistaken identities and unanticipated romance.

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  • Freaky Friday
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    Freaky Friday

    Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Mark Harmon
    1,051 votes
    • Released: 2003
    • Directed by: Mark Waters
    In the comedic family film, Freaky Friday, an uncanny event propels a mother-daughter duo, Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Anna (Lindsay Lohan), into a whirlwind of swapped lives. A simple wish on a peculiar fortune cookie triggers the switch, compelling them to navigate each other's worlds with newfound perspectives. As Tess grapples with high school drama and Anna juggles adult responsibilities, they strive to reverse their circumstances. Amidst uproarious moments and chaos, this enchanting tale explores familial bonds and understanding in an extraordinary way.

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  • A Cinderella Story
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    A Cinderella Story

    Hilary Duff, Jennifer Coolidge, Chad Michael Murray
    599 votes
    • Released: 2004
    • Directed by: Mark Rosman
    Bubbling with teen spirit, A Cinderella Story is a modern spin on the classic fairy tale. Sam Montgomery (Hilary Duff), a downtrodden diner girl, dreams of attending Princeton University, but her wicked stepmother (Jennifer Coolidge) and stepsisters stand in her way. An online friendship blossoms into a possible romance with school quarterback Austin Ames (Chad Michael Murray). However, the two have never met face-to-face. Will they ever discover each other's true identities? This 2004 romantic comedy combines high-school drama with the magic of anonymity and anticipation.

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  • Bring It On
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    Bring It On

    Kirsten Dunst, Eliza Dushku, Jesse Bradford
    1,044 votes
    • Released: 2000
    • Directed by: Peyton Reed
    Bring It On, a comedy-drama, is driven by the fiery spirit of high school cheerleading. Torrance Shipman (Kirsten Dunst), captain of the cheerleading squad at Rancho Carne High School, discovers her team's routines were stolen from the East Compton Clovers, led by Isis (Gabrielle Union). The ensuing rivalry between the squads forms the crux of the narrative. Directed with verve by Peyton Reed, this film explores themes of integrity, competition, and friendship. Notably, Bring It On bagged nominations for multiple Teen Choice Awards, underscoring its appeal to young audiences.

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