Top 5 series about school that will make viewers feel nostalgic
SSPDaily has prepared a selection of the most popular school series that aired from 2007 to 2015. Get ready to plunge into the fascinating world of TV series about school years and adventures related to it, which have won the hearts of viewers around the world.
Skam
Rating: IMDB 8.7/10
Genre: Drama, Romance
Country: Norway
Duration: 30 min/episode
Year of production: 2015-2017
Lead producer: Julie Andem
Skam follows a group of Norwegian teenagers as they struggle with the challenges of their age. Each season focuses on a different character and their experiences with love, identity, mental health and social acceptance. The series tackles sensitive topics such as sexuality, eating disorders, and cyberbullying with frank honesty and realism. Through an innovative storytelling format that includes social media posts and real-time updates, Skam immerses viewers in the lives of the characters, fostering deep connection and empathy.
Glee
Rating: IMDB 6.7/10
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Musical
Country: USA
Duration: 44 mins/episode
Year of production: 2009-2015
Executive producer: Ryan Murphy
Glee combines music, comedy, and drama to showcase the trials and triumphs of the New Directions high school band. Led by their optimistic teacher Will Shuster, the students overcome the challenges of adolescence without giving up their passion for singing. The series tackles various social issues, including bullying, sexuality and disability, while creating unforgettable musical performances. Thanks to its unforgettable characters and vivid renditions of popular songs, Glee has become a cultural phenomenon, inspiring a whole generation of aspiring singers and performers.
Skins
Rating: IMDB: 8.2/10
Genre: Drama
Country: United Kingdom
Duration: 46 mins/episode
Year of production: 2007-2013
Lead producer: Bryan Elsley, Jamie Brittain
Skins is an unflinching and harsh portrayal of a group of British teenagers living in Bristol. The series delves into their lives, exploring themes of sex, drugs, mental health and the challenges of growing up. Each episode centers around a specific character, delving into their personal struggles, relationships and attempts to find their place in the world. Thanks to its realistic and often controversial portrayal of adolescence, Skins has been critically acclaimed for its authenticity and willingness to tackle taboo subjects.
My Mad Fat Diary
Rating: IMDB: 8.4
Genre: School, Drama, Comedy
Country: produced by Great Britain
Duration: 45 mins/episode
Year of production: 2013-2015
Main producer: Roanna Benn, Jude Liknaitzky
My Mad Fat Diary follows the life of Rae Earl, a 16-year-old girl who struggles with body image, mental health, and the complexities of adolescence. The series is set in the mid-1990s when Rae returns home from a psychiatric hospital and tries to resume her school and social life. With the support of his friends and therapist, Rae overcomes the challenges of love, friendship and self-acceptance.
Gossip Girl
Rating: IMDB 7.4
Genre: School, Drama, Romance
Country of production: USA
Duration: 42 min/episode
Year of production: 2007-2012
Main producers: Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage
Gossip Girl follows the lives of privileged teenagers living on Manhattan's Upper East Side. The series introduces viewers to an exclusive world of wealth, power, and scandal, all under the gaze of an anonymous blogger known as Gossip Girl. In her salacious posts, the heroine reveals the most intimate secrets of the characters, igniting a web of manipulation, betrayal and unexpected alliances.