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His and Her Circumstances
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His and Her Circumstances (1999)

7.6
TV_14

His and Her Circumstances is a romantic comedy anime that follows the story of Yukino Miyazawa, a perfect and popular student with a secret: she is actually a self-centered and manipulative girl. When Soichiro Arima, a handsome and talented student, discovers the truth about Yukino's true personality, their relationship takes an unexpected turn. As they navigate high school life together, they both discover their true selves and learn the meaning of love.

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The O.C.
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The O.C. (2007)

7.6
TV_PG

The O.C. follows the story of Ryan Atwood, a troubled teenager from Chino, California who is taken in by a wealthy lawyer named Sandy Cohen and his wife Kirsten. Ryan's arrival in the affluent community of Newport Beach sets off a series of events, relationships, and scandals as he learns to navigate the privileged world of his new surroundings. The show explores themes of class differences, love, friendship, family relationships, and the challenges faced by teenagers in a wealthy neighborhood.

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AnoHana: The Flower We Saw That Day
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AnoHana: The Flower We Saw That Day (2011)

8.1
TV_PG

AnoHana: The Flower We Saw That Day follows a group of friends who drift apart after the death of their mutual friend, Menma. Years later, Menma's ghost appears to Jinta and asks him to fulfill a wish she has. Jinta reunites with his old friends and they embark on a journey to fulfill Menma's wish, leading to emotional revelations and the healing of long-held regrets.

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Higher Ground
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Higher Ground (2000)

8.1
TV_PG

In Higher Ground, a troubled teen girl named Emma is sent to a strict boarding school in the mountains. As she navigates the challenges of teenage life and tries to overcome her eating disorder, she forms unexpected friendships and finds solace in the beautiful surroundings. With the help of a dedicated mental health professional and the support of her new friends, Emma begins to heal and find her higher ground.

Misfits
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Misfits (2013)

8.2
TV_MA

Misfits follows a group of young offenders sentenced to work in a community service program, where they are struck by a mysterious storm and gain superpowers. As they navigate their newfound abilities and deal with their personal issues, they find themselves embroiled in a series of misadventures.

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School
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School (2019)

3.8

When successful businesswoman Katya's daughter tries to commit suicide, she becomes an economics teacher in order to be closer to her daughter and understand what the kids are up to at school. At the same time, Alex, a new English teacher, former lawyer, son of the principal, and newly engaged, also comes to the school. As sparks begin between Katya and Alex, the skeletons of the past still haunt them and won't let our heroes go.

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Wildfire
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Wildfire (2008)

7.5
TV_PG

Wildfire is a drama TV show that follows Kris Furillo, a troubled teen, who is given a second chance at life when she starts working at a horse ranch. Through her love for horseback riding and the relationships she forms at the ranch, Kris discovers a new sense of purpose and belonging.

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Neon Rider
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Neon Rider (1995)

6
TV_14

Neon Rider is a Canadian drama television series, the show was about the titular character, a man named Michael Terry who quits his job as a therapist to become a mentor for troubled kids which he brings to his ranch, to teach them to lead a better life.

Merlí
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Merlí (2018)

8.6
TV_MA

Merlí, a charismatic and unconventional high school philosophy teacher, guides his students through the complexities of life, love, and identity. Along the way, he tackles topics such as teenage crushes, sexuality, jealousy, coming out, and rebellion. Set in Barcelona, Spain, the series explores the personal journeys and relationships of the students as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and discover their true selves.

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Outriders
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Outriders (2001)

7.5

Outriders was an Australian children's television series that first screened on the Nine Network in 2001. It was a 26 part series produced by Southern Star Entertainment.

Flipped
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Flipped(2010)

7.7
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PG
89Minutes

Flipped is a feel-good romance movie that follows the journey of two young neighbors, Juli Baker and Bryce Loski. The story is narrated from both of their perspectives, revealing their different experiences as they navigate through their budding teenage love and friendship. The movie explores themes of shyness, first crushes, unrequited love, and the complexities of family relationships. It captures the essence of young love and the transformative power it holds.

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Like, la Leyenda
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Like, la Leyenda (2019)

6.5
School Police
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School Police (2021)

6.9

Tatsuya Fujiwara plays a talented detective who trades hardened criminals for troubled teenagers. Placed in an unruly public junior high school, he gets to work contending with the many problems it faces and uncovers some more serious ones. While the detective tries to operate in the hard-line way he knows best, he finds himself confronted by a skeptical and fiery teacher, played by award winning actress Yoko Maki.

troubled teen

Discover a collection of movies and TV shows that delve into the complexities of 'troubled teen' characters. Explore the challenges, emotions, and growth of adolescent protagonists as they navigate through issues such as rebellion, addiction, mental health, and societal pressures. Uncover compelling narratives that depict the turbulent journey of troubled teens and the impact it has on their lives and those around them.

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