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10 Best Movies Like My Freshman Son

If you loved My Freshman Son, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
After the Ball

After the Ball

2015★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to My Freshman Son for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

After the Ball, a retail fairy tale set in the world of fashion. Kate's dream is to design for couturier houses. Although she is a bright new talent, Kate can't get a job. No one t...

#2
Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing

2013★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to My Freshman Son for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A modern retelling of Shakespeare's classic comedy about two pairs of lovers with different takes on romance and a way with words....

#3
Chris Rock: Tamborine

Chris Rock: Tamborine

2018★ 6.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to My Freshman Son for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Chris Rock takes the stage for his first comedy special in 10 years, filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and American politics....

#4
Tall Girl

Tall Girl

2019★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to My Freshman Son for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Jodi, the tallest girl in her high school, has always felt uncomfortable in her own skin. But after years of slouching, being made fun of, and avoiding attention at all costs, Jodi...

#5
Switched

Switched

2020★ 6.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to My Freshman Son for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Tired of being bullied, Cassandra Evans prays that her nemesis, Katie Sharp, the queen bee of social media, would know what it’s like to walk a day in her shoes. Her prayer is answ...

#6
Godspell

Godspell

1973★ 6.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to My Freshman Son for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

In modern-day New York City, John the Baptist calls out to a group of young men and women to learn from the teachings of Jesus. Through song and dance, they relive Christ's crucifi...

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