Topic: Young Adult

Direction Stephen Chbosky

Cast Logan Lerman · Emma Watson · Ezra Miller · Mae Whitman

Synopsis The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) follows the journey of Charlie (Logan Lerman), a 15-year-old who is both endearing and naive, as he navigates the complexities of adolescence. Charlie grapples with his first romantic encounter (Emma Watson), the tragic...

Direction Kwak Jae-young

Cast Cha Tae-hyun · Jun Ji-hyun · Kim In-mun · Song Wok-suk

Synopsis My Sassy Girl (2001) is a heartwarming tale inspired by an anonymous online diary. It chronicles the journey of a young man who finds himself deeply in love with a unique and unpredictable woman. This woman, known for her excessive...

Direction David Yates

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Emma Watson · Rupert Grint · Alan Rickman

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II (2011) follows the final leg of Harry, Ron, and Hermione's perilous journey as they return to the iconic Hogwarts to locate and obliterate the remaining Horcruxes, the sources of Voldemort's immortality. As...

Direction Alfonso Cuarón

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Rupert Grint · Emma Watson · David Thewlis

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) commences during the summer preceding Harry's third year at Hogwarts, as he finds himself on the run following an incident where he struggled to manage his temper. Boarding a magical bus, Harry...

Direction Rob Reiner

Cast Madeline Carroll · Callan McAuliffe · Aidan Quinn · John Mahoney

Synopsis Flipped (2010) is a heartwarming tale set in the year 1957, focusing on Juli and Bryce, two eighth graders who find themselves drawn to each other despite their stark differences. Juli, a nature-loving girl with a unique perspective on life,...

Direction Jay Karas · Amy York Rubin

Cast Michael Cimino · Mason Gooding · Thamys Bertoldi · Yaser Al-Nyrabeah

Synopsis Love, Victor (TV Series) (2020) is a captivating coming-of-age story that spans two seasons and twenty episodes, set in the present day. Inspired by Becky Albertalli's acclaimed young adult novel "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda," which also served as...

Direction Francis Ford Coppola

Cast C. Thomas Howell · Matt Dillon · Ralph Macchio · Diane Lane

Synopsis The Outsiders (1983) is a visually striking teen drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola, adapted from the acclaimed novel by S. E. Hinton. Set in 1960s Tulsa, the narrative revolves around two opposing groups: the affluent Socs and the disadvantaged...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Rupert Grint · Emma Watson · Robbie Coltrane

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) follows the journey of Harry Potter, who has endured a miserable life with his cruel relatives, the Dursleys. On his eleventh birthday, Harry's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers he is...

Direction David Yates

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Emma Watson · Rupert Grint · Alan Rickman

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I (2010) follows the darkest period of the magical realm as Lord Voldemort's influence expands, seizing control of both the Ministry of Magic and Hogwarts. In response, Harry, Ron, and Hermione embark on...

Direction Josh Boone

Cast Shailene Woodley · Ansel Elgort · Nat Wolff · Laura Dern

Synopsis The Fault in Our Stars (2014) follows Hazel, a teenager who, despite a medical breakthrough that has extended her life, is still terminally ill. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Augustus Waters at a Cancer Kid Support...

Direction Mike Newell

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Rupert Grint · Emma Watson · Robbie Coltrane

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) follows the thrilling journey of Harry Potter as he navigates the challenges of the Triwizard Tournament, a perilous competition held at Hogwarts. The enchanted Goblet of Fire mysteriously chooses Harry, a 14-year-old...

Direction George Tillman Jr.

Cast Amandla Stenberg · Russell Hornsby · Lamar Johnson · Issa Rae

Synopsis The Hate U Give (2018) follows the journey of Starr Carter, a young woman navigating the complexities of living in two distinct worlds. She resides in a predominantly black, economically disadvantaged neighborhood while attending a prestigious, mostly white prep school....

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Rupert Grint · Emma Watson · Kenneth Branagh

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) follows the young wizard, Harry Potter, as he embarks on his second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. A mysterious house-elf named Dobby appears, urging Harry not to return to...

Direction Greg Berlanti

Cast Nick Robinson · Jennifer Garner · Josh Duhamel · Katherine Langford

Synopsis Love, Simon (2018) follows the journey of a high school student named Simon who is navigating the complexities of his personal life. Simon is keeping a significant secret from his peers and family: he is gay. His life takes an...

Direction Kelly Fremon

Cast Abby Ryder Fortson · Rachel McAdams · Kathy Bates · Ben Safdie

Synopsis Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret (2023) follows the journey of a young girl named Margaret who finds herself in a new environment after her family relocates from the bustling city to the quiet suburbs. As she enters her...

Direction Francis Lawrence

Cast Jennifer Lawrence · Josh Hutcherson · Liam Hemsworth · Philip Seymour Hoffman

Synopsis The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) follows Katniss Everdeen as she navigates life after her triumph in the 74th Annual Hunger Games, alongside her co-victor, Peeta Mellark. Their victory necessitates a departure from their loved ones to embark on a...

Direction David Yates

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Emma Watson · Rupert Grint · Michael Gambon

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) follows the sixth year of Harry Potter's education at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where the dark forces of Lord Voldemort and his followers are growing stronger in both the magical and...

Direction Anna Boden · Ryan Fleck

Cast Keir Gilchrist · Zach Galifianakis · Emma Roberts · Lauren Graham

Synopsis It's Kind of a Funny Story (2010) follows the journey of a troubled teenager who finds unexpected support and growth after voluntarily admitting himself to an adult psychiatric facility. After grappling with severe depression and contemplating suicide, 16-year-old Craig Gilner...

Direction David Yates

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Emma Watson · Rupert Grint · Imelda Staunton

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) follows Harry as he begins his fifth year at Hogwarts after enduring another miserable summer with the Dursleys. Upon his return, he discovers that Professor Dumbledore has been temporarily replaced by...

Direction Eric Heisserer · Mairzee Almas · Lee Toland Krieger

Cast Freddy Carter · Jessie Mei Li · Archie Renaux · Amita Suman

Synopsis Shadow and Bone (TV Series) (2021) is a captivating television series that intertwines the narratives and characters from both the "Shadow and Bone" and "Six of Crows" book series, set within the expansive Grishaverse created by Leigh Bardugo. The story...