Movies like Starter for 10

Good Will Hunting follows a young janitor at MIT with a gift for mathematics, but needs help from a psychologist to find direction in his life. While it delves into a more dramatic territory, viewers of Starter for 10 will likewise find an interesting mix of intellectual challenge and personal growth.

Chronicling the rise of Facebook and its founder Mark Zuckerberg, The Social Network provides a compelling look at university life, ambition, and the complexities of social relationships. Fans of Starter for 10 will appreciate the college setting and the intellectual and emotional challenges faced by young adults striving for success.

The Spectacular Now is a heartfelt and authentically depicted story about high school seniors grappling with questions about their future, much like Brian Jackson does in Starter for 10. With themes of love, coming-of-age, and self-discovery, it's an ideal movie for those who appreciated the honest portrayal of young adults.

About a Boy tells the story of a cynical, immature young man who is taught how to act like a grown-up by a little boy. Though not based on the university life, this movie, like Starter for 10, is laced with British humor and themes of personal growth and unlikely friendships.

An Education is a coming-of-age story about a teenage girl in 1960s suburban London, and how her life changes with the arrival of a playboy nearly twice her age. Like Starter for 10, it captures the essence of young people on the cusp of adulthood, navigating through various challenges and romantic encounters.

The Way Way Back is the story of a shy 14-year-old who goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and his daughter. Like Starter for 10, it shows a young protagonist finding his way through a transformative period of his life, offering both humor and emotional depth.

Set in the summer of 1987, Adventureland tells the story of a recent college graduate who takes a nowhere job at his local amusement park, only to find it's the perfect course to get him prepared for the real world. Much like Starter for 10, it's a coming-of-age dramedy that explores romance, friendship, and the post-college haze.