Movies like Rude Awakening

Set in the 1970s, Dazed and Confused follows a group of high school and middle school students on the last day of school - a nostalgic exploration of youth and freedom. If Rude Awakening's reflection on the era resonates with you, this film's vibrantly raw take on coming-of-age, friendships, and the search for identity will be incredibly relatable.

The Big Chill digs into the lives of baby boomers dealing with the complexities of adulthood. If the blend of comedy and drama in Rude Awakening resonates with you, this examination of friendship and existential angst peppered with a classic soundtrack will likely strike a chord.

Half Baked is a slacker comedy that revolves around a group of friends and their misadventures with marijuana. While more overtly comedic than Rude Awakening, it shares the theme of counterculture and offers a humorous take on friendships and the consequences of a laid-back lifestyle.

Reality Bites captures the essence of young adults grappling with their futures in the '90s. Like Rude Awakening, this film merges humor and drama against the backdrop of a transformative era, making it a solid pick for those looking for a nostalgic cultural touchstone.

Wonder Boys follows the misadventures of a university professor over an eventful weekend. If the quirky, intellectually tinged humor in Rude Awakening appealed to you, the smart narrative and character-driven story in Wonder Boys is likely to captivate your attention.

In Stealing Harvard, a man turns to a life of crime to fund his niece's college education. If you enjoyed Rude Awakening's comedic take on the consequences of good intentions gone awry, this film's wacky plot and heart might be right up your alley.