Movies like Modern Girls

With its magical realism and romance set against a backdrop of fashion and retail, Mannequin offers the same light-hearted vibe and love for the flamboyance of the '80s as Modern Girls.

For those who loved the hijinks and urban quest of Modern Girls, Adventures in Babysitting offers a night of accidental adventure when a babysitter and her charges venture into the big city, finding themselves in one comedic predicament after another.

Gender roles and high school politics are at the heart of this comedy where a young journalist goes undercover as a boy. Its theme of self-discovery in the face of societal expectations mirrors the personal journeys in Modern Girls.

This quirky sci-fi musical comedy shares the lighthearted, outrageous tone of Modern Girls, featuring three colorful aliens that discover love and life in Los Angeles.

This movie captures the '80s theme of contrasting social circles and the pursuit of popularity. The exploration of relationships and identity will resonate with those who appreciate the character dynamics in Modern Girls.

This 1983 romantic comedy pits the punk scene against the valley lifestyle, akin to the colliding worlds in Modern Girls. With a soundtrack and aesthetic that define the '80s, Valley Girl is a perfect nostalgic follow-up.

Blending '80s kitsch with a post-apocalyptic setting, Night of the Comet presents a different take on navigating a dangerous city, adding a sci-fi twist that audiences who enjoyed the urban escapades in Modern Girls might find intriguing.

Featuring young Sarah Jessica Parker, this coming-of-age dance film is steeped in '80s euphoria and centers around the dreams and social lives of teenage girls, which fans of Modern Girls will find delightfully familiar.