Movies like Shag

As one of the most famous musicals set in the 1950s, Grease tells the high school love story of Sandy and Danny, complete with memorable songs and dance numbers. It shares the same retro vibe and teenage hijinks that make Shag a nostalgic joyride.

Richard Linklater's Dazed and Confused captures the last day of school in 1976 Texas, focusing on a group of teenagers celebrating their newfound freedom. Its ensemble cast and period-specific soundtrack will appeal to those who appreciate the teen antics and era authenticity of Shag.

John Hughes' classic, Sixteen Candles, explores the pains and triumphs of high school life through the eyes of Samantha, who is struggling with her unrequited crush and her family forgetting her sixteenth birthday. It's a must-watch for those seeking more relatable teenage escapades like those in Shag.

Set in the summer of 1963, Dirty Dancing captures the essence of youthful rebellion and coming-of-age romance as a young woman falls for a charismatic dance instructor at a holiday resort. Fans of Shag will enjoy the dance-centric plot, period setting, and nostalgic soundtrack.

Now and Then revolves around four friends who reunite after years apart to reminisce about the magical summer of 1970 when they grew closer than ever. Its focus on female friendships and life-changing summers make it resonate with fans of Shag.

Mystic Pizza offers the story of three young women working at a pizza parlor in Connecticut, grappling with love, friendship, and their future ambitions. Like Shag, it's a heartwarming tale of friendship and the transition from adolescence to adulthood.

Starring Cher and Winona Ryder, Mermaids follows the life of an eccentric mother and her two daughters as they move to a small Massachusetts town in 1963. The film’s comedic and bittersweet tones, blended with a coming-of-age narrative, parallel Shag's themes.

Adventures in Babysitting throws a babysitter and her charges into a wild night in the city, offering a comedy-adventure that balances humor with the anxiety of growing up. For followers of Shag, its lively blend of comedy and youthful adventure is a perfect match.