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Movies like Boys About Town #2 (2025)

The best movies like Boys About Town #2 (2025) are The Boy Behind the Door (2020), Breaking Away (1979) and Breath (2017). If Boys About Town #2 hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. The Boy Behind the Door (2020)

    Bobby tries to save himself and his best friend when they are kidnapped on their way home from school.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Breaking Away (1979)

    Dave, nineteen, has just graduated high school, with his three friends: the comical Cyril, the warm hearted but short-tempered Moocher, and the athletic, spiteful but good-hearted Mike. Now, Dave enjoys racing bikes and hopes to race the Italians one day, and even takes up the Italian culture, much to his friends' and parents' annoyance.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. Breath (2017)

    A pair of teenagers in Western Australia looking to escape the monotony of life in a small town take up surfing lessons from a guy named Sando.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. Sixteen Candles (1984)

    With the occasion all but overshadowed by her sister's upcoming wedding, angst-ridden Samantha faces her 16th birthday with typical adolescent dread. Samantha pines for studly older boy Jake, but worries that her chastity will be a turnoff for the popular senior. Meanwhile, she must constantly rebuff the affections of nerdy Ted, who is unfortunately the only boy in school who seems to take an interest in her.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. The Vampire Next Door (2024)

    When twenty-year-old Cameron discovers he has a female vampire living next door, she enlists him to help her avenge the murder of a former lover. Cameron reluctantly agrees and goes along on the adventure, until he finds out the shocking truth.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993)

    Captain New Eyes travels back in time and feeds dinosaurs his Brain Grain cereal, which makes them intelligent and non-violent. They agree to go to the "Middle Future" in order to grant the wishes of children in New York City. They are to meet Dr. Bleeb of the Museum of Natural History, but get sidetracked with their new children friends and run into the Captain's evil brother, Professor Screweyes.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. Odd Thomas (2013)

    In a California desert town, a short-order cook with clairvoyant abilities encounters a mysterious man with a link to dark, threatening forces.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016)

    To survive harsh economic times, Calvin and Angie have merged the barbershop and beauty salon into one business. The days of male bonding are gone as Eddie and the crew must now contend with sassy female co-workers and spirited clientele. As the battle of the sexes rages on, a different kind of conflict has taken over Chicago. Crime and gangs are on the rise, leaving Calvin worried about the fate of his son. Together, the friends come up with a bold plan to take back their beloved neighborhood.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Scenes from the Suburbs (2011)

    A resident of a suburban dystopia tries to reassemble his fragmented memories of life as a teen.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. Dennis the Menace (1993)

    Mr. Wilson's ever-present annoyance comes in the form of one mischievous kid named Dennis. But he'll need Dennis's tricks to uncover a collection of gold coins that go missing when a shady drifter named Switchblade Sam comes to town.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  11. Return of the Seven (1966)

    Chico, one of the remaining members of The Magnificent Seven, now lives in the town that they (The Seven) helped. One day someone comes and takes most of the men prisoner. His wife seeks out Chris, the leader of The Seven for help. Chris also meets Vin another member of The Seven. They find four other men and they go to help Chico.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. Teen Beach Movie (2013)

    Life's a beach for surfers Brady and McKenzie – until a rogue wave magically transports them inside the classic '60s beach party flick, "Wet Side Story," where a full-blown rivalry between bikers and surfers threatens to erupt. There, amidst a sea of surfing, singing and dancing, Brady and Mack accidentally change the storyline, and the film’s dreamy hero and heroine fall for them instead of for each other!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. Incoming (2024)

    Their first week of high school. The biggest party of the year. Mistakes will be made as four teenage boys navigate a night of mayhem and debauchery.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Grown Ups 2 (2013)

    Lenny has relocated his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. This time around, the grown ups are the ones learning lessons from their kids on a day notoriously full of surprises—the last day of school.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. Power Ballad (2026)

    When Rick, a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves - even if it means risking everything he cares about.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. Encino Man (1992)

    High school misfits Stoney and Dave discover a long-frozen primeval man buried in their backyard. But the thawed-out Link—as the boys have named him—quickly becomes a wild card in the teens' already zany Southern California lives. After a shave and some new clothes, Link's presence at school makes the daily drudgery a lot more interesting.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  17. The Last Black Man in San Francisco (2019)

    Jimmie Fails dreams of reclaiming the Victorian home his grandfather built in the heart of San Francisco. Joined on his quest by his best friend Mont, Jimmie searches for belonging in a rapidly changing city that seems to have left them behind.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. Spider-Man (2002)

    After being bitten by a genetically altered spider at Oscorp, nerdy but endearing high school student Peter Parker is endowed with amazing powers to become the superhero known as Spider-Man.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. Step Brothers (2008)

    Brennan Huff and Dale Doback might be grown men. But that doesn't stop them from living at home and turning into jealous, competitive stepbrothers when their single parents marry. Brennan's constant competition with Dale strains his mom's marriage to Dale's dad, leaving everyone to wonder whether they'll ever see eye to eye.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. Toy Story (1995)

    Led by Woody, Andy's toys live happily in his room until Andy's birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene. Afraid of losing his place in Andy's heart, Woody plots against Buzz. But when circumstances separate Buzz and Woody from their owner, the duo eventually learns to put aside their differences.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like Boys About Town #2?

The closest matches to Boys About Town #2 are The Boy Behind the Door (2020), Breaking Away (1979) and Breath (2017). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Boys About Town #2?

Start with The Boy Behind the Door (2020), the closest match to Boys About Town #2.

What is the highest-rated movie like Boys About Town #2?

Toy Story (1995), rated 8.0/10 by 20,820 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Boys About Town #2?

Power Ballad (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Boys About Town #2?

Yes: The Boy Behind the Door (2020), Breaking Away (1979) and Breath (2017).

How are movies similar to Boys About Town #2 chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Boys About Town #2, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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