It’s rare for teen dramas to win or even be nominated for Emmy Awards, but HBO’s Euphoria earned critical acclaim after two seasons (and two Emmys for Star Zendaya!). In 2021, “Generation” caught our attention shortly after airing its first three episodes on HBO Max, despite its recent cancellation. Without a doubt, HBO is ushering in a new era of realistic teen shows. From within the walls of high schools in places like Orange County and Italy, HBO’s fictional characters explore contemporary issues affecting teenagers in a way that resonates with both teen and adult audiences.
But make no mistake: the streamer has plenty of awesome high school shows, too. Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin is a more brutal take on the Freeform original you know and love, and Titans brings a younger twist to the DC Universe. Plus if you’re tuning in to HBO’s second season of the Gossip Girl reboot and want to rewatch your favorite throwback episodes, or if you’re interested in finding a brand new show as exciting as your first Having kiss behind the bleachers, look no further than HBO Max. These shows are so good — just wait ’til you tell everyone at school.
Don’t miss these shows! Sign up for HBO Max ($9.99 per month) today.