: This era birthed specialized categories such as rock 'n' roll pictures, "j.d." (juvenile delinquent) films, and low-budget horror "weirdies" specifically for teens. The Golden Age & Expansion (1980s–2000s)
: Films like Rebel Without a Cause (1955) starring James Dean gave a face to adolescent angst. teens pictures movies
: Films like Superbad (2007) were praised for a more authentic, if raunchy, look at high school life. Modern Evolution (2010s–Present) Teenagers and Teenpics - 1950s Exploitation Movie History : This era birthed specialized categories such as
: A quintessential classic from IMDb's top teen movies that explored the social stratification of high school. "j.d." (juvenile delinquent) films
Before the mid-20th century, movies were generally made for families or adults. The 1950s saw a dramatic shift with the "juvenilization" of American movies, as studios discovered the teenage moviegoer as a lucrative, distinct marketplace.