Movies like The Jerk Theory: 20 to watch next
If you loved The Jerk Theory (2009) — a comedy film directed by Scott S. Anderson — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of The Jerk Theory most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like high school, singer and dating. 10 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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#realityhigh 2017★ 6.2
Shares: Comedy
When nerdy high schooler Dani finally attracts the interest of her longtime crush, she lands in the cross hairs of his ex, a social media celebrity.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Spa Weekend 2026★ 6.5
Shares: Comedy
Four lifelong friends realize that somewhere between careers, relationships, families, and everyday responsibilities, they’ve forgotten how to take care of themselves and each other. Burned out and overdue for a break, the women escape to a luxury spa retreat for an unforgettable weekend dedicated to fun, laughter, and a lot of really bad decisions.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Banana Split 2018★ 6.6
Shares: Comedy
After a messy breakup with her high school boyfriend, April strikes up an unexpected platonic friendship with his new girlfriend, Clara.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Driver's Ed 2026★ 6.9
Shares: Comedy
A group of teens hit the road in a stolen driver's ed car, racing against time to help a lovesick high school senior track down his college-freshman girlfriend and win her back.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Seriously Single 2020★ 6.8
Shares: Comedy
While her free-living bestie urges her to embrace singlehood, a commitment-craving social media expert can't stop following the life of a former love.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Booksmart 2019★ 7.0
Shares: Comedy
Two academic teenage superstars realize, on the eve of their high school graduation, that they should have worked less and played more. Determined to never fall short of their peers, the girls set out on a mission to cram four years of fun into one night.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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Roommates 2026★ 6.4
Shares: Comedy
When shy college freshman Devon asks cool-girl Celeste to be her roommate, a blossoming friendship quickly spirals into a war of passive aggression.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Ali Wong: Single Lady 2024★ 6.4
Shares: Comedy
After a whirlwind couple of years, Ali Wong returns to the stage to dish on the highs, lows and surprises of dating post-divorce.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Fist Fight 2017★ 6.0
Shares: Comedy
When one school teacher gets the other fired, he is challenged to an after-school fight.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Pretty Persuasion 2005★ 5.9
Shares: Comedy
A 15-year-old girl incites chaos among her friends and a media frenzy when she accuses her drama teacher of sexual harassment.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Soul Men 2008★ 6.2
Shares: Comedy
Two former backup soul singers, Louis and Floyd, have not spoken to each other in 20 years, and reluctantly agree to travel across the country together to a reunion concert to honor their recently-deceased lead singer. Cleo, a beautiful young woman who is believed to be Floyd's daughter, accompanies them as a new singer.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Like a Boss 2020★ 6.2
Shares: Comedy
Two female friends with very different ideals decide to start a beauty company together. One is more practical, while the other wants to earn her fortune and live a lavish lifestyle.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Incoming 2024★ 6.4
Shares: Comedy
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.
Stream in India on Netflix
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The F**k-It List 2020★ 6.0
Shares: Comedy
After a prank blows up a studious high school senior's life, he shares a list of certain things he wishes he'd done differently — and maybe still can.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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One Night at McCool's 2001★ 5.9
Shares: Comedy
On an ordinary night, in an ordinary part of town, a beautiful young woman walks into a bar. Her name is Jewel, and before long she is chatting to bartender Randy. The pair leave together, but he ends up getting into a tussle with her criminal boyfriend, who she then shoots dead, later persuading Randy to take the rap for her. But this isn't the end of it, as both Randy's cousin Carl and the detective assigned to the murder case also fall for Jewel's charms and find themselves caught up in the ensuing events. It seems that any man who meets Jewel falls instantly in love with her, and she's going to use this fully to her own advantage, leaving a trail of havoc in her wake. It also seems that she is going to get away with it - that is, until Randy decides to hire a hitman...
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Mac & Devin Go to High School 2012★ 6.5
Shares: Comedy
A comedy that follows two high school students -- one overachiever struggling to write his valedictorian speech, the other a senior now going on his 15th year of school.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Bottoms 2023★ 6.8
Shares: Comedy
Unpopular best friends PJ and Josie start a high school self-defense club to meet girls and lose their virginity. They soon find themselves in over their heads when the most popular students start beating each other up in the name of self-defense.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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Plan B 2021★ 6.2
Shares: Comedy
After a regrettable first sexual encounter, a straight-laced high school student and her slacker best friend have 24 hours to hunt down a Plan B pill in America's heartland.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Wedding Year 2019★ 5.9
Shares: Comedy
A commitment-phobic 27-year old’s relationship is put to the test when she and her boyfriend attend 7 weddings in the same year.
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Kissing Jessica Stein 2002★ 6.0
Shares: Comedy
Jessica, a Jewish copy editor living and working in New York City, is plagued by failed blind dates with men, and decides to answer a newspaper's personal advertisement. The advertisement has been placed by 'lesbian-curious' Helen Cooper, a thirtysomething art gallerist.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now