Sometimes it's so hard to choose what to watch! Well you don't need to worry because we've assembled some of the top coming-of-age shows to transport you back to your teenage years! From your teen classics like Skins to some binge worthy new dramas we've got it ALL!
Top 10 Coming of Age shows to watch now
The Gathering
Available to stream on Channel 4
From toxic teenagers to even more toxic parents, this coming-of-age whodunit is a must watch! When teenage gymnast Kelly (Eva Morgan) is attacked at an illegal rave, everyone is a suspect…
Waterloo Road
Available on BBC iPlayer now
With it's latest season still fresh on our minds, Waterloo Road is a must-watch if you're looking for a coming-of-age classic! Set in greater Manchester, this show explores a range of social issues that are often considered a taboo, such as mental illness, bullying and teenage pregnancy!
Skins
Available now on Channel 4
Everyone remembers Skins, right? This drama follows the lives of a group of friends in Bristol as they grow up and find love and happiness (as well as many issues along the way). For all things coming-of-age it’s a must see!
Boarders
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
We loveeeed Boarders! From themes of identity, cultural differences and significantly race, this drama shows five talented black teens as they try and navigate life at the prestigious British boarding school St. Gilbert’s after receiving scholarships!
Fresh Meat
Stream now on Channel 4
Brought to you by the creators of Peep Show, this comedy-drama classic shows a group of freshers thrown together after missing out on university halls. With all your stereotypical characters you’d meet at uni this shows is guaranteed to have you in fits of giggles!
Bump
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
Ever imagined finding out your pregnant- when you are 9 months pregnant?! Well that happens to poor Oly (Nathalie Morris) when she goes into labour at school! The show highlights the highs and lows of teenage pregnancy, particularly when the parents are from very different backgrounds! With it's newly released season 4, there's no time like the present to start binging!
Young Sheldon
Available on Channel 4
A Spin-off prequel to The Big Bang Theory. Young Sheldon Cooper (Ian Armitage) is a childhood prodigy, the show follows him as he grows up with his family in East Texas. We loveeee this show, with six seasons and another one coming very soon what are you waiting for?!
The Pursuit of Love
Available now on U
Love and lust collide in this immaculate adaptation of Nancy Mitford's novel. This coming-of-age drama sees cousins Linda Radley (Lily James) and Fanny Logan (Emily Beecham) in pursuit of freedom, friendship and relationships in 1920’s Oxfordshire.
Derry Girls
Available now on Channel 4
Derry Girls is an Emmy-winning drama that follows the lives of 16-year-old Erin Quinn (Saoirse- Monica Jackson) and her friends in the early 1990s as they go to a Catholic girls school during the midst of the Northern Ireland Troubles!
G’wed
Available now on ITVX and STV Player
This series follows teenagers from Liverpool as they go about their lives, tackling issues like sex, grief, diversity, race and significantly – class differences! Get comfy because this show will take you on an emotional roller coaster!
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