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Much like the many tricky-to-navigate facets of being young, the teen movie genre is one of the most intricate ones to get right. Over the years, studios have spawned some of the most iconic teen movies of all time like Mean Girls , LOL (did Miley Cyrus shape anyone else's formative years?), and Booksmart , but flicks that cater to the Gen Z experience are hard to come by. Thankfully, 2022 has provided us with a more accurate representation of teens today — I mean, we finally have some of the best new teen movies dropping that cover a range of topics from grief to navigating first relationships (and queer ones, at that). While it's a small step toward seeing our real lives reflected on-screen, it's still progress.
We don't know about you, but this is by far our favorite movie genre, and lucky for us, we can expect to see a lot of them this year. So whether you are looking to find a new rom-com couple to stan or just looking for an easy way to escape, we've rounded up the 10 best new teen movies of 2022 (well, so far, anyway).
When overachiever Avery's long-distance boyfriend hints at wanting to take their relationship to the next level, she creates a study to get in touch with her sexuality. She enlists the help of her oldest friend, Larson, as a test subject. It results in more than sex education — Avery learns that there’s more to sex and love than mechanics.
Seventeen-year-old musical prodigy Lennie Walker struggles with overwhelming grief after her older sister, Bailey, suddenly passes. When Joe Fontaine, the charismatic new guy at school, enters Lennie's life, she's instantly drawn to him. Lennie's vivid imagination helps her navigate her first love and first loss to create a song of her own.
Tall Girl is back and better than ever. This time around, Jodi is popular, confident, and landed the lead role in her school's musical. Did we mention she also has a boyfriend now? Her new status brings on a ton of pressure and insecurities, and she's having trouble getting adjusted to all the changes. Jodi also forms new relationships while old ones are tested, and she realizes that standing tall comes with a whole new world.
In this coming-of-age comedy, Troye Sivan plays a punk gay teenager from Miami who's exposed to HIV the weekend of his high school graduation. As he waits the three-month period to get tested, he builds a bond with someone from his support group and makes some discoveries about himself along the way.
Thirteen-year-old Nate has big Broadway dreams, but he faces an issue when he isn't cast in the school play. So, he and his best friend Libby embark on an adventure to New York City where he unexpectedly reunites with his long-lost Aunt Heidi. Together, they must prove that life's greatest adventures are only as big as your dreams.
Lana Condor and Cole Sprouse's romantic comedy is set in the future, where the best of the best humans reside and colonize on Mars. They play two very different college students, Sophie and Walt, who join forces for an unlikely adventure so they can meet their significant others on Mars. The duo forms an unexpected friendship (and maybe something more) along the way.
In this comedy, two metal-loving friends Hunter and Kevin start a band but can't find a bassist. They end up enlisting the one girl in their high school who plays the cello so they can win the Battle of the Bands. Their friendship and musical skills are tested along the way, but it's all worth it in the end if they get to be worshipped like some of their favorite rockstars.
Rowan Blanchard stars as Paige, an aspiring artist who's forced to join her high school track team as punishment for painting punny murals across her high school campus. The only problem is she isn't the one who did it. She uses her new stint on the track team to track down the culprit and also pursue the girl she’s been crushing on since elementary school. She soon finds herself falling for an unexpected teammate and discovers what real love feels like.
In this comedy, Rebel Wilson stars as a high-school cheerleader who falls into a coma right before the biggest night of her senior year: prom. Twenty years later, she wakes up from her coma and decides to finish her high school education to reclaim her popularity and be crowned prom queen.
Grace VanderWaal will be reprising her role as Stargirl Caraway for the movie's sequel where the beloved character heads to Hollywood. She's set to perform original music for the new movie, which follows Stargirl as she meets aspiring filmmakers and stars in their movie musical.

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Ready to take on anything, teenagers are growing into their identities as young adults. They’re attuned to what’s happening around them and ripe for new experiences and challenges. And they value their friendships more than ever. Teenagers are also exploring and wrestling with more serious adult themes. “They’re starting to read more grown-up books, watch more grown-up movies, and play more grown-up games,” says Brian Mayer , a gaming, learning, and library specialist in New York City. But on the inside? Even as they start to engage more with the world around them (think: first jobs, community service, social activism), they’re still kids at heart, and they find joy in the silly and the absurd.

Many teens also feel the weight of the world on their shoulders. According to a 2019 survey by the Pew Research Center , 70% of teens consider anxiety and depression to be a significant problem among their peers. “We can find ways to help manage that at home,” says Catherine Pearlman , an associate professor in the social work program at UMass Global, a parenting adviser, and the mother of two teens. Comforting and relaxing gifts like a weighted blanket or a subscription to a mindfulness app may help.
We relied on Pearlman, Mayer, and other toy and child-development experts—as well as on the collective experience of parents and other caregivers on our staff—for gift ideas that will help teenagers relax, laugh, and grow. If your teen has a specific focus, some of our other guides may help you locate an ideal gift. For gaming enthusiasts, check out our gaming guides for the best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite accessories and the best gaming headsets . Athletes may appreciate something from our health and fitness guides , including yoga mats and fitness trackers .
We also have guides to the best gifts for 9-year-olds , 10-year-olds , and tweens . If you’re looking for ideas for younger kids, check out our guides to the best gifts for 1-year-olds , 2-year-olds , 3-year-olds , 4-year-olds , 5-year-olds , 6-year-olds , 7-year-olds , and 8-year-olds , as well as fun stocking stuffers for kids. (Naturally, kids vary widely in their personalities, interests, and development, so we advise that you take these age recommendations with a grain of salt.) And please share your own best ideas in the comments below.
The Best Friend Game ($20 at the time of publication)
Think of The Best Friend Game as a play on the Newlywed Game (video) —with friends (instead of couples) pairing up and competing to see how well they know one another. The game comes with six dry-erase boards and markers. And it has a stack of cards with 250 questions, ranging from probing ones (“Who’s my celebrity crush?”; “What’s my least favorite place I’ve ever traveled to?”) to hypothetical questions (“What’s the first thing I would buy if I won the lottery?”; “Who would I call if I had to get rid of a dead body?”). Meant for players who are 14 and older, the game doles out some queries that may not apply to young teens (“How many speeding tickets have I received?” Me: “The answer better be none!”), but the rest should spark some good-natured fun.
Takeya Actives (22 ounces, about $27 at the time of publication)
A reusable water bottle is a must for teens on the go. One of our eight favorite water bottles , the 22-ounce Takeya Actives has a wide mouth that makes adding ice easy. And this model comes in more than two dozen bright colors. The Takeya bottle keeps drinks cold for long stretches, and it has a spout lid that’s simple to drink from (it can be swapped out for a straw lid, if you prefer).
Uniqlo Sweatpants ( men’s , women’s ) ($30 at the time of publication) We’ve noticed stock issues with Uniqlo’s women’s sweatpants. We’ll update this article once they’re available again.
During extended work-from-home stints, many adults caught on to what teenagers have always known: Wearing sweatpants is the best. For relaxing times—or all the time—Uniqlo’s sweatpants ( women’s , men’s ) are likely to become a favorite item in your teen’s wardrobe rotation. Included in our guide to the best pajamas , these inexpensive sweats are unfailingly comfortable and cozy, with a flattering fit and sturdy construction. They also come in a wider range of sizes than most brands. After a year of wear, they still look new and seem built to last. A final plus? Pockets.
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment Rosé Tinted SPF 15 ($24 at the time of publication) Glossier Balm Dotcom ($12 at the time of publication)
Make no mistake: we love a classic drug-store lip balm . But when it comes to expanding a discerning teen’s lip-balm universe, something special is in order. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 comes in 12 lovely shades (including untinted) and has an ultra-smooth, wearable formula. We’re partial to the soft-pink Rosé , but all the colors are buildable and long lasting, and the tube feels as luxe as the balm itself. For a gel-style pick with a cool-kid vibe, Glossier Balm Dotcom gives lips a natural-looking sheen instead of a major gloss. Glossier’s balm doesn’t contain sunscreen, but it does come in 10 hues, including four untinted options (fragrance-free Original, Coconut, Mint, and the subtly sparkly Birthday) and six sheer colors, including Rosé, Lavender, Cherry, Mango, and Berry.
Standard Baggu ($12-$16 at the time of publication)
The Standard Baggu is one of our favorite reusable shopping bags —it’s convenient (folds into a 5-by-5-inch pouch), durable (just wipe it down or throw it in the wash to clean), and practical (it carries up to 50 pounds of stuff). Though it comes in 56 colors and prints, we think teens will be especially drawn to the assorted zodiac motifs or various animal-inspired designs.
Incorporating a smartphone app, QR codes, and virtual reality, the board game Chronicles of Crime feels like a modern update to Clue for the tech-savvy teen. Players are presented with an unsolved murder or heist, and they work with their friends (or solo) to determine who committed the crime, which weapons were used, and why. Each scenario is a story, with a full cast of characters and motives, and navigating one of them is much like traversing a choose-your-own-adventure book. Because of this game’s dark nature—there are occasional references to drugs, murder, and sex—it is recommended for teens and not younger kids, says Brian Mayer , a gaming, learning, and library specialist in New York City. Note that part of the experience involves stepping into a 3D crime scene using virtual reality. If you don’t own a mobile VR headset (we like the Merge VR ), it helps to have a pair of Chronicles of Crime glasses . (I happen to own a Google Cardboard VR Kit , which also worked.) Like an escape room, it’s pretty much a one-off thing once you figure out the mystery. But the game comes with several crimes to solve, and you can purchase additional stories in the smartphone app or pick up an expansion pack (with new characters, locations, and crimes), such as Chronicles of Crime Noir and Welcome to Redview .
Teens might be cool customers, but they can still become starstruck. Cameo is a digital service that connects mere mortals to celebrities, from actors and athletes to artists and social media influencers. The celebrity of your choice will record a short, personalized video addressing your teen, or they’ll even hop on a one-on-one video call. Thousands of celebs are on the service, including Disney star Milo Manheim , singer Mya , and the Adelaide Zoo’s Meerkat Mob . Ranging from about $10 to multiple hundreds (and beyond), the video can be as silly or serious as you want it to be. Soccer star Mia Hamm , for instance, offered encouragement to a student who was heading off to college. Delivered within seven days (you’re not charged if it falls through), the message can be viewed on the Cameo app or downloaded to save forever—or until their next celebrity crush comes along.
An essential oil diffuser can help transform a teen’s bedroom into a relaxing retreat, creating a calm, soothing ambiance with a scented mist. Though the health benefits of essential oils are inconclusive , the Urpower 300ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser , our pick for the best essential oil diffuser , dispenses a comforting scent (based on the chosen oil) for up to seven hours—longer than most of the diffusers we tested. The Urpower has a simple, compact design, and it can be programmed to shut off after one, two, or three hours. Plus, it lights up in seven pretty colors.
Lush Bath Bombs (from $6 at the time of publication)
Lush Bath Bombs —our pick for the best bath bombs —won us over with their lingering fragrance, long-lasting fizz (an average of three minutes), and skin-softening oils. They’re available in a wide variety of shapes and scents, including the cult favorite Intergalactic and the energizing Avobath , so you can tailor them to your teen’s tastes. Given their ephemeral nature, Lush Bath Bombs are a splurge. But they’re also luxe, and they feel very special.
Lego Bonsai Tree 10281 ($47 at the time of publication)
The Lego Bonsai Tree 10281 building kit is part of a line that’s aimed mostly at adult Lego lovers (recommended for ages 18 and up). I selected it as a gift for my 11-year-old’s birthday. It successfully rekindled an obsession with Lego that had waned a couple of years earlier, and is now proudly displayed in our living room. The little tree is merely 7 inches high, including the traditional pedestal it sits upon. But the detail is lovely, down to the cherry blossom leaves that—as we discovered upon close study—are actually diminutive Lego frogs. We loved that the set comes with a second set of green leaves, in case you want to change the color scheme seasonally.
Baloo Weighted Blanket ($190 for a 12-pound throw at the time of publication) Luna Kids Weighted Blanket ($45 for a 5-pound twin at the time of publication)
Snuggling under a weighted blanket can feel like a comforting hug—and sometimes that’s exactly what a teen needs. The 12-pound, 42-by-72-inch Baloo Weighted Blanket (one of our top picks for the best weighted blanket ) is soft and sturdy, like a combination of a quilt and a comforter. It’s machine-washable and comes with a lifetime guarantee on materials and workmanship. (You can also choose to cover the Baloo with its washable duvet cover , sold separately.) Our favorite budget-priced weighted blanket , the Luna , also feels smooth and of high quality, despite costing much less than other weighted blankets we tested.
Calm subscription ($70 per year at the time of publication) Headspace subscription ($70 per year at the time of publication)
These days, our phones are rarely a source of profound relaxation. But a subscription to Calm or Headspace , our two favorite meditation apps , may help the teen in your life take a reassuring timeout. Calm leans into de-stressing with some appealing twists, such as bedtime stories narrated by beloved celebrities—Harry Styles, Idris Elba, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas are among the stars lending their voices. Headspace offers guided meditations and playlists for sleep, exercise, and focus. Both apps feature curated music, ambient sounds, and, hopefully, access to better overall mental health.
Coup ($12 at the time of publication)
A role-playing card game, Coup takes place in a dystopian future that’s all about greed, ruthlessness, and power—which may resonate with many teens. Up to six players take on two characters apiece, each imbued with particular traits. For instance, the assassin—as the name implies—can eliminate others. (There are no weapons involved; being assassinated merely entails losing your card.) With every turn, you try to amass more money and influence, oftentimes by bluffing. The final objective? To overthrow your rivals and be the last one standing.
Philips Wake-Up Light HF3520 ($80 at the time of publication)
If your teen struggles to get out of bed each morning, a sunrise alarm clock, which encourages waking up with the light, might help combat inevitable grogginess. The Philips Wake-Up Light HF3520 , our pick for the best sunrise alarm clock , produces a soothing simulated sunrise with a red-tinted glow that gradually grows into a bright white light. The Wake-Up Light can also be programmed to simulate a sunset, which, in our testing, nudged us to shut down our devices (what teen couldn’t use that?). The Wake-Up Light may even kickstart a better sleep cycle—an especially good thing since most teens aren’t getting the recommended eight to 10 hours of shut-eye they need a night .
Apple Pencil ( 1st generation , 2nd generation ) ($99 and $129, respectively, at the time of publication) Adonit Mark ($9 at the time of publication)
An iPad stylus can be a surprising gift for a young artist who’s ready to experiment with a digital canvas. Depending on the iPad model it’ll be used with, the 1st- or 2nd-generation Apple Pencil is our
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