What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedAwkward.
Lauren Iungerich · Series · 2011
If you loved Awkward., start with Eighth Grade (Bo Burnham, 2018) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to Awkward. across media.
If you loved the way Awkward. captures the mortifying, relatable chaos of trying to navigate teenage social hierarchies, these picks deliver.
Books on the same thread
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
and Jeff Kinney · Book
Explores: Middle school struggles, Adolescent awkwardness, Social hierarchy.
If Awkward. hit, Diary of a Wimpy Kid shares the thread.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2007
Shares a thread with Awkward.: social awkwardness.
If Awkward. hit, Diary of a Wimpy Kid shares the thread.
Divergent
Veronica Roth · Book · 2013
Explores: Factionalism, Coming of Age, Identity.
If Awkward. hit, Divergent shares the thread.
The Fault in Our Stars
John Green · Book · 2012
Shares a thread with Awkward.: First Love.
If Awkward. hit, The Fault in Our Stars shares the thread.
Films on the same thread
Eighth Grade
Bo Burnham · Film · 2018
Shares 2 threads with Awkward.: Social Awkwardness, Teen Comedy-Drama.
Like Awkward., this film captures the raw adolescent anxiety of middle school, mirroring Jenna’s social struggles with an authentic, unflinching look at the challenges of growing up today.
Juno
Film · 2007
Explores: Unplanned pregnancy, Adolescent maturity, Non-traditional family.
If you appreciated the dry humor and identity crises in Awkward., you will find a kindred spirit in Juno as she navigates her own complicated, life-altering teenage experiences.
The Edge of Seventeen
Kelly Fremon Craig · Film · 2016
Shares 3 threads with Awkward.: Teen Angst, First Love, Social Awkwardness.
This film echoes the teen angst and complex interpersonal misunderstandings found in Awkward., focusing on the relatable, messy dynamics of high school friendships and the sting of betrayal.
Ghost World
Terry Zwigoff · Film · 2001
Explores: Post-graduation angst, Female friendship, Outsider identity.
For those who enjoyed the cynical, outsider perspective of Awkward., this story offers a similar exploration of post-high school identity and the shifting nature of female friendships.
Podcasts on the same thread
Jamie Social
Podcast
Explores: social dynamics, interpersonal relationships, communication skills.
If the social awkwardness in Awkward. felt like a personal documentary, this podcast provides practical, humorous insights into the unwritten rules of human interaction that Jenna often struggled with.
Almost Honest Podcast
Podcast
Explores: modern womanhood, confidence building, self-acceptance.
Much like the blog narration in Awkward., this podcast invites you into vulnerable, honest conversations about navigating modern life, mirroring the show's focus on self-discovery and personal growth.
Keep exploring
Common questions
Is Awkward. based on a specific perspective?
Yes, Awkward. is told through the first-person voice of Jenna Hamilton. The narrative style utilizes her blog posts to capture the humor and struggles inherent in her teenage experiences as she navigates the chaos of high school life.
What is the primary catalyst for the events in Awkward.?
The plot of Awkward. begins when a simple accident involving Jenna Hamilton is misinterpreted by others. This single event is blown way out of proportion, leading to the conflict and chaos that defines the central storyline of the series.
How does Awkward. portray the teenage experience?
Awkward. provides an irreverent look at teenage life by focusing on the humor found within common struggles. Through the eyes of fifteen-year-old Jenna Hamilton, the show explores how epic misunderstandings shape the formative years of high school students.
Who created the television series Awkward.?
The television series Awkward. was created by Lauren Iungerich and first aired in 2011. The show is known for its focus on the humorous and chaotic nature of teenage life as experienced by the protagonist, Jenna Hamilton.