42 of The All Time Best Sleepover Movies for Girls and Tweens
It’s Friday night and your daughter and her friends are ready for a sleepover. But what should they watch? There are so many great movies out there, it can be tough to choose! That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best sleepover movies for girls and tweens. From classics like “The Sound of Music” to newer films like “The Princess Diaries,” there’s something for everyone on this list. So pop some popcorn, curl up on the couch, and enjoy one of these great films with your daughter and her friends.
- The Sound of Music (1965)
- The Parent Trap (1998)
- The Princess Diaries (2001)
- Freaky Friday (2003)
- The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003)
- What a Girl Wants (2002)
- The Cheetah Girls (2003)
- Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009)
- Camp Rock (2008)
- High School Musical (2006)
- The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004)
- The Breakfast Club (1985)
- Sixteen Candles (1984)
- The Goonies (1985)
- Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
- A League of Their Own (1992)
- The Mighty Ducks (1992)
- Ella Enchanted (2004)
- The Wizard of Oz (1939)
- E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
- Legally Blonde (2001)
- Dirty Dancing (1987)
- Grease (1978)
- Hairspray (1988)
- 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
- She’s the Man (2006)
- Bring It On (2000)
- Easy A (2010)
- Mean Girls (2004)
- Pretty in Pink (1986)
- Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005)
- Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
- The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
- 13 Going on 30 (2004)
- The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
- Clueless (1995)
- Pitch Perfect (2012)
- Bridesmaids (2011)
- Save the Last Dance (2001)
- Swimfan (2002)
- Harry Potter (2001)
- The Notebook (2004)
- Hunger Games (2012)
- Divergent (2014)
- Final Thoughts
The Sound of Music (1965)
Movie Rating: G
This classic musical tells the story of Maria von Trapp, a governess who falls in love with her employer, Captain Georg von Trapp. The film features wonderful songs like “My Favorite Things” and “Edelweiss.”
The Parent Trap (1998)
Movie Rating: PG
This film follows twins Annie and Hallie as they switch places and try to get their parents back together. Starring Lindsay Lohan in her breakout role, this film is sure to please.
The Princess Diaries (2001)
Movie Rating: G
In this film, awkward teenager Mia Thermopolis discovers that she is actually the heir to the throne of Genovia. Can she adjust to her new life as a princess?
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Freaky Friday (2003)
Movie Rating: PG
In this remake of the classic film, mother and daughter Tess Coleman and Anna Coleman switch places for a day. With Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan in the lead roles, this film is sure to make you laugh.
The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003)
Movie Rating: PG
Based on the popular Disney Channel show, this film follows Lizzie McGuire as she goes to Rome for her school’s trip. While there, she meets an Italian pop star and has a series of adventures.
What a Girl Wants (2002)
Movie Rating: PG
Daphne Reynolds is a typical American teenager…until she learns that she is actually the daughter of a British earl! Can she adjust to life in England and win over her father?
The Cheetah Girls (2003)
Movie Rating: G
Based on the popular book series, this film follows a group of teenage girls as they form a singing group. The film features wonderful songs and is sure to please any music lover.
Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009)
Movie Rating: G
In this film based on the popular Disney Channel show, Miley Stewart tries to live a normal life while also being a famous pop star. Can she have the best of both worlds?
Camp Rock (2008)
Movie Rating: G
Mitchie can’t wait to go to camp rock and learn more about music. But when she gets there, she finds out that it’s not all fun and games. Can she still have a good time?
High School Musical (2006)
Movie Rating: G
This popular Disney film follows a group of high school students as they audition for the school musical. With wonderful songs and an inspiring message, this film is sure to please any tween.
The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004)
Movie Rating: G
In this sequel to “The Princess Diaries,” Mia Thermopolis is now a princess and must find a prince to marry within 30 days. But when she meets Prince Christopher, she may have found more than just a husband.
The Breakfast Club (1985)
Movie Rating: R
When five high school students are forced to spend a Saturday in detention, they begin to open up to one another and discover they have more in common than they thought.
Sixteen Candles (1984)
Movie Rating: PG
Sixteen Candles is a classic 80s film about a teenage girl who just wants her birthday to go smoothly. But things don’t go as planned and she has to deal with all the typical high school drama.
The Goonies (1985)
Movie Rating: PG
In this classic 80s movie, a group of kids go on an adventure to find treasure. With memorable characters and thrilling scenes, “The Goonies” is sure to please any movie lover.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
Movie Rating: PG13
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is a classic 80s movie about a teenager who takes the day off from school and has a lot of fun.
A League of Their Own (1992)
Movie Rating: PG
In this 1992 classic, a group of women join an all-male baseball league during World War II. With an inspiring message and great baseball action, this film is sure to please any sports fan.
The Mighty Ducks (1992)
Movie Rating: PG
In this classic Disney film, a group of misfits form a hockey team and go on to have success. With wonderful songs and an uplifting message, “The Mighty Ducks” is sure to please any movie lover.
Ella Enchanted (2004)
Movie Rating: PG
Based on the popular novel, this film follows Ella as she goes on a journey to break the curse that has been placed on her. With exciting adventures and wonderful songs, this film is sure to please any tween.
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Movie Rating: PG
This classic film follows Dorothy as she is transported to the land of Oz. With memorable songs and exciting scenes, “The Wizard of Oz” is sure to please any movie lover.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Movie Rating: PG
In this classic movie, a young boy befriends an alien and helps him return home.
Legally Blonde (2001)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2001 classic, a sorority girl goes to law school and learns that she can be successful even if she doesn’t fit the mold.
Dirty Dancing (1987)
Movie Rating: PG13
Dirty Dancing is a classic movie about a girl named Baby who falls in love with her dance instructor, Johnny. The two of them share some wonderful scenes together and their love story is sure to capture your heart.
Grease (1978)
Movie Rating: PG
In this 1978 sleepover classic, a group of high school students fall in love and navigate the ups and downs of teenage life. With catchy songs and memorable characters, this movie is sure to be a hit at any sleepover!
Hairspray (1988)
Movie Rating: PG
“Hairspray” is a classic movie about a girl named Tracy who wants to become a famous singer. With the help of her friends and family, she sets out to achieve her dream and becomes a star. This feel-good movie is sure to please any fan of musicals.
10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
Movie Rating: PG13
Based on Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew,” this movie is about two sisters who are very different. One sister is popular and the other is not, but they both find love in unexpected places.
She’s the Man (2006)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2006 classic, a girl pretends to be her brother in order to play soccer. But when she falls for one of her teammates, she must decide whether to keep up the charade or come clean.
Bring It On (2000)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2000 classic, a group of cheerleaders must work together to win the national championship. With great dance numbers and exciting competition, this film is sure to please any fan of musicals.
Easy A (2010)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2010 classic, a girl pretends to be easy in order to become popular. But when her lies start to catch up with her, she must decide whether being popular is worth the price.
Mean Girls (2004)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2004 classic, a girl is thrust into the popular crowd at her new school and learns how hard it is to fit in. With great one-liners and memorable characters, this movie is sure to please any teen.
Pretty in Pink (1986)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 1986 classic, a girl from the wrong side of the tracks falls for a rich boy. But when he dumps her for being “too different,” she must decide whether to change herself or stay.
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005)
Movie Rating: PG
In this 2005 classic, a group of friends share a pair of jeans that seems to fit them all perfectly. As they go their separate ways for the summer, they stay in touch by writing letters to each other.
Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2018 classic, a girl goes to meet her boyfriend’s family and discovers that they are one of the richest families in Singapore.
The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2014 classic, two teens who are fighting cancer fall in love.
13 Going on 30 (2004)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2004 classic, a girl wishes she was older and her wish comes true. But when she looks back at her life, she realizes that being a teenager isn’t so bad after all.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2012 movie, a shy boy starts high school and makes two new friends who help him come out of his shell.
Clueless (1995)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 1995 classic, a rich girl tries to help her new friend find a boyfriend. But when she falls for him herself, she must decide whether to tell him the truth or risk losing him forever.
Pitch Perfect (2012)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2012 classic, a girl joins an all-female a cappella group and learns that she can be successful even if she doesn’t fit the mold.
Bridesmaids (2011)
Movie Rating: R
In this 2011 movie, a woman is asked to be her best friend’s maid of honor. But when the wedding planning gets out of control, she must decide whether to stay or run away.
Save the Last Dance (2001)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2001 classic, a girl from the city moves to the suburbs and falls for a boy who is into hip-hop. But when she gets into trouble, she must decide whether to stay or leave.
Swimfan (2002)
Movie Rating: PG13
A girl becomes obsessed with a swimmer and will do anything to be with him.
Harry Potter (2001)
Movie Rating: PG – PG13
Harry Potter is a series of movies about a boy who attends a magic school. With his friends by his side, he battles the evil forces that threaten the world.
The Notebook (2004)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2004 classic, a man tells his love story to a woman who is suffering from Alzheimer’s.
Hunger Games (2012)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2012 movie, a girl is thrust into a battle to the death where she must fight for her life.
Divergent (2014)
Movie Rating: PG13
In this 2014 movie, a girl is born into a world where she must fit into one of five factions. But when she doesn’t, she must decide whether to stay or leave.
Final Thoughts
So there you have it, 42 of the all-time best sleepover movies for girls and tweens. There’s something for everyone on this list, so get ready to have a fun night in with your friends! Be sure to save this post for later so you can refer back to it when you’re planning your next sleepover party! And if you have any other movie suggestions, be sure to leave them in the comments below. Happy watching!