Popular (1999)

Brooke McQueen, a popular cheerleader at Jacqueline Kennedy High School, and Sam McPherson, the editor of the school paper, are polar opposites. When their single parents unexpectedly meet and get engaged, Brooke and Sam have to deal with their new situation on top of regular teenage girl problems.

Genres: Comedy, Drama

What to watch after Popular

• Girls (2012) — Jamie Babbit directed both
• Awkward. (2011) — Same subject: teen drama
• Make It or Break It (2009) — Two steps away in the credits
• Boston Public (2000) — Elodie Keene directed both
• Gossip Girl (2007) — Same subject: teen drama
• Pretty Little Liars (2010) — Oliver Goldstick wrote for both