637 Inspiring Coming-of-Age Movie Collection
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Hide Your Smiling FacesMovie · 2014 · 81m · DramaTommy and his older brother Eric live isolated in a sprawling wilderness. The death of a friend intensifies their struggles. Eric finds himself unable to manage his emotions, and the immensity of their surroundings suddenly feels oppressive.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.4
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The Color of MilkMovie · 2004 · 94mOrphaned at birth and burdened by a difficult family history, 11-year-old Selma makes a pact with her best friends: they will avoid boys and devote themselves to science. It seems fate has little room for romance. But what happens when the pact is broken, and Selma encounters a boy who challenges everything she thought she knew?IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 603
Arturo's IslandMovie · 1962 · 90mA solitary teenager on an island deeply admires his estranged father. His world shifts when his father introduces a young wife, and the boy becomes drawn to her. Simultaneously, a recently paroled criminal enters the picture, bringing with him complicated connections.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.9 - 604
Dead EuropeMovie · 2012 · 84mTraveling to Greece to scatter his father’s ashes, Isaac learns of a curse connected to his family. He initially rejects the notion, but his journey gradually reveals unsettling truths that drove his father to leave years ago.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.3 - 605
Buenos Aires 100 kmMovie · 2005 · 94mIn a secluded village 62 miles from Buenos Aires, Stephen, Matías, Alejo, Damián, and Guido have been inseparable since they were born 13 years ago. They spend their summer afternoons together on the steps of a local hairdresser, feeling restless and yearning for something more as they navigate the confusing changes of growing up.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.2 - 606
This Boy's LifeMovie · 1993 · 115m · DramaTo start over, a mother and son move to Seattle, hoping for a better life after a difficult past. Their optimism fades when they meet a seemingly kind person who hides a dangerous side. They quickly find themselves in a terrifying situation, facing threats to their lives.
The mother fights to hold onto hope, while her son devises a risky plan to escape and reclaim their lives. This story is about how people find strength and courage when facing impossible odds. It’s a powerful look at family, survival, and the importance of hope.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
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As Cool as I AmMovie · 2013 · 92m · Comedy, DramaA bright teenager navigates adolescence in a close-knit community, grappling with the complexities of growing up under the watchful eyes of her self-absorbed parents, who themselves had her at a young age.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8
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WolfMovie · 2013 · 77mWolf, a solitary boy, creates a world tailored to his wishes. He invites Clara, the girl he loves, into this world, but as he questions whether she’s truly real or merely a figment of his imagination, he becomes trapped and yearns for escape.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.9 - 609
Joe the KingMovie · 1999 · 96m · Crime, DramaThis drama tells the story of a 14-year-old boy struggling to survive in an abusive home. He faces harsh treatment from both parents and watches as his relationship with his older brother deteriorates. The film examines resilience, survival, and sibling bonds within a broken family. It follows the boy's fight to maintain hope in the face of immense hardship, highlighting the strength of the human spirit in difficult situations.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 5.9
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Summer of 8Movie · 2016 · 88m · Drama, ComedyEight friends spend their final day of summer together on the beach, enjoying each other's company before they go off to college.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 6.0
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It Runs in the FamilyMovie · 1994 · 85mSummer brings its usual mix of happenings to the Parker family. Ralphie seeks the ideal shirt for a confrontation with a school bully. The Old Man clashes with their neighbors, the Bumpuses, while anticipating finding a great fishing spot. Meanwhile, Mother tries to gather the missing pieces of a china set at the movie theater.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 612
VeniceMovie · 2010 · 110mMarek, a boy with a vivid imagination, longs to leave Poland for Venice as war looms. This atmospheric coming-of-age story follows his journey as he dreams of escaping the growing danger around him.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.0 - 613
UranyaMovie · 2006 · 100mA group of young boys face a dilemma: spend their money on a television to watch the Apollo 11 moon landing, or go to Uranya to discover the mysteries of romance.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.9 - 614
The Wholly FamilyMovie · 2011 · 18mA family from America experiences a fantastical journey while visiting Naples.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.6 - 615
Ramona and BeezusMovie · 2010 · 103m · Comedy, FamilyRamona, a spirited young girl with a lively imagination, often stirs up playful trouble for her family. Her antics keep her sister Beezus, navigating her first year of high school, constantly adjusting. As they experience the joys and challenges of growing up, Ramona and Beezus discover the power of self-belief and the strength found in their bond.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5
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SchwabenkinderMovie · 2003The film explores a troubling aspect of Germany's history during the late 1800s.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.5 - 617
My GirlMovie · 1991 · 103m · Comedy, DramaVada Sultenfuss, a teenager surrounded by death, struggles to find her way through life and love. With her mother gone and her father running a funeral home, Vada is deeply preoccupied with mortality. Hoping to connect with her mysterious English teacher and express herself, she enrolls in a summer poetry class. This challenging time is complicated by her loyal best friend Thomas J., who battles allergies, her father's new relationship with the lively Shelly, and an emotional journey that forces Vada to re-examine love, loss, and what it means to live.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.4
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Cemetery JunctionMovie · 2010 · 94m · Drama, ComedyIn 1970s England, three working-class friends enjoy a life of humor, drinking, brawling, and pursuing women. Freddie dreams of escaping their life, while his charismatic friend Bruce and good-naturedly hapless pal Snork are content. When Freddie lands a new job as a door-to-door salesman and reconnects with his first love, Julie, the friends face decisions that will irrevocably alter their futures.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
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It's Not Me, I Swear!Movie · 2008 · 110m · Comedy, DramaIn the summer of 1968, ten-year-old Leon deals with the challenges of first love, his mother's unpredictable behavior, and a strong desire to damage his neighbors' property.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 620
Two BrothersMovie · 2004 · 109m · Adventure, Drama, FamilyTwo tiger cubs are torn from their mother and taken into captivity. Years later, an explorer (Pearce) reunites them, unknowingly setting them on a path to becoming enemies by forcing them to fight.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1
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Searching for Bobby FischerMovie · 1993 · 110m · DramaThis is the story of a seven-year-old chess prodigy striving for success while staying true to himself. He possesses exceptional talent, but chooses a different approach than some famous players. As he competes in high-stakes tournaments and faces rivals, he learns about perseverance, fair play, and maintaining his own values under pressure. The film shows how passion can drive achievement while staying authentic, reminding us that there are many paths to success.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
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The Heart Is Deceitful Above All ThingsMovie · 2004 · 98m · DramaJeremiah has a stable life with his foster parents until his mother, Sarah, unexpectedly reappears and takes him away. He's drawn into a dangerous world of drugs, questionable hotels, and fleeting relationships. His religious grandparents offer a chance for safety, but Sarah keeps trying to win him back. Their bond strengthens as they travel together, but Sarah's destructive lifestyle ultimately overwhelms her.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8
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Sommer in RomMovie · 2013 · 89mCologne journalist Michael Heinrich gets his dream assignment as Italy correspondent for a year. His lawyer wife, Susanne, joins him for her sabbatical, but their stay is complicated by janitor Filippo and his cousin Toni's unfinished work on Principe Ercole's palazzo. Their angelic son Tobias and teenage daughter Caroline are unhappy about leaving their life behind, though they eventually warm to Rome. Roman bureaucracy and the lively niece of Ercole, Maria, along with Susanne’s parents, challenge Michael’s patience. Meanwhile, controversial archaeology professor Neri offers Michael a potentially groundbreaking story about a missing Etruscan sanctuary. By KGF Vissers.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.7 - 624
The PromiseMovie · 2005 · 121m · Fantasy, Drama, ActionA young girl, orphaned and poor, makes a deal with an enchantress. She gains beauty and the affection of all men, but at the cost of ever being with the one she loves. The spell can only be broken by an impossible event: snow in spring and the dead returning to life. Now a grown princess, she deeply regrets her promise, as every man she has loved has met with tragedy.Stream onIMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5
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Somers TownMovie · 2008 · 71m · Comedy, DramaDuring a scorching summer in London, two teenagers who are both new to the city develop an unexpected friendship. Tomo is a runaway from Nottingham, while Marek lives in Somers Town, a district between King's Cross and Euston stations where his father is working on a new railway project.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 626
Storm BoyMovie · 1977 · 88mMike, a solitary Australian boy, lives a secluded life in the coastal wilderness with his withdrawn father. Seeking companionship, he meets a fellow loner from the Aboriginal community. The two develop a close relationship while caring for a flock of orphaned pelicans.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
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The Fruit MachineMovie · 1988 · 103mEddie and Michael are two 16-year-old gay friends from Liverpool. Eddie is often criticized by his father for his flamboyant personality, so he leaves home and finds Michael, a resourceful young hustler, who is also fleeing from something.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.5 - 628
Little SecretsMovie · 2006 · 90mOctober 1962, during the Cuban missile crisis, twelve-year-old Norbi lives in a typical industrial town in southern Luxembourg. His father, a strict man, owns a bookstore-stationery that also sells religious items. That year, Norbi faces questions about sexuality, religion, and war. He begins to explore a new world and realizes it's time to prove he's growing up. Will Norbi assert his independence?IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.9 - 629
Parental GuidanceMovie · 2012 · 104m · ComedyArtie and Diane take on the responsibility of caring for their three grandchildren when the grandparents are called away for work. Their carefully planned visit takes a turn when the grandchildren’s modern habits clash with Artie and Diane’s traditional approach to raising kids.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0
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The Genesis ChildrenMovie · 1972 · 84mDuring a holiday in Italy, a charming leader and a lively group of students experience bizarre adventures. The friends’ experiences unfold as a continuous, four-part exploration of sensations, without a clear plot. One critic described their unrestrained fun as a dreamlike journey away from order into chaos, similar to "Lord of the Flies."IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.1 - 631
Mean CreekMovie · 2004 · 90m · Crime, DramaA group of Oregon teenagers on a celebratory boat trip have a prank in mind for the school bully that quickly escalates. They soon find themselves facing unforeseen repercussions from their actions.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
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On My WayMovie · 2013 · 100m · Drama, ComedyCatherine Deneuve is Bettie, a sharp-witted grandmother who embarks on a journey after experiencing heartbreak and discovering her business is failing. Over a week traveling across France, she bonds with a grandson she doesn't know well and revisits her history as a former beauty queen at a gathering of past winners.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5
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The Fire That BurnsMovie · 1997 · 91mIn a disciplined Catholic school setting during the pre-World War II era, two boys who are just entering adolescence develop a close bond. Their friendship is strained by the attention of the school's abbot, who harbors an unhealthy obsession with one of the students.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.3 - 634
CanvasMovie · 2006 · 101mA woman struggles with schizophrenia, impacting her connections with her husband and son.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3