Top 25 Teen TV Shows of All Time

5. Lizzie McGuire

Probably my first real girl crush, Lizzie McGuire, with her animated alter-ego, represented tweens and teens everywhere. What I consider the best Disney Channel original program ever, Lizzie dealt with a myriad of middle school problems, everything from mean girls to crushes to annoying siblings to keeping your closet stocked with Limited Too’s latest clothing. It depicts a time in a girl’s life where everything starts to change. But with her best pals, Miranda and Gordo, on her side, Lizzie proved that she, and by default young women everywhere, could face anything. – Gabrielle Bondi

4. Gilmore Girls

There is something so unique and charming about the town of Stars Hollow that makes Gilmore Girls one of the most iconic shows of our time. It has been in the news plenty later with the revival that Netflix will be streaming at the end of the year, but even before that, it had been a teen drama that transcended age, nationality and gender, it was technically a show for all. With the fast-talking, the coffee drinking, Lorelai and Luke’s constant ‘will they, won’t they’, the Rory ship wars, and Sookie’s interesting meals, it is definitely one of the greats. A bond between a mother and a daughter is something tenable, and Gilmore Girls knows exactly how to pull on our heart strings while still knitting in the light moments. – Caryn Welby-Solomon

3. Drake & Josh

Oh, Nickelodeon. A network that was once filled with humor and watchable entertainment that kids and teens can enjoy. Reaching the edge of that golden time was Drake & Josh, a show about two brothers who wound up in crazy adventures, and throughout it all had each other’s backs. It was also the show that acted as a breakout role for the young Miranda Cosgrove. From the catchy theme song sung by Drake Bell (that I currently have stuck in my head) and family themed humor, it was a show that my family and I got to enjoy. – Camille Espiritu

2. Sabrina the Teenage Witch

A teenager who has magical powers all while dealing with everyday struggles of high school and eventually college? Sure, it wasn’t realistic, but it was a great alternative to watch. Sabrina, Aunt Zelda, Aunt Hilda and Salem were a family I grew up watching while they faced unrealistic plot lines. This show was one of THEE after school specials you can tune in to. Harvey Kinkle gave me hope for real love, Libby made me despise stuck up cheerleaders, and Jenny/Valerie taught me how to be a chill, down to earth friend. – Ashley Bulayo

1. Boy Meets World

Perhaps hyperbolic, but could Boy Meets World have been one of the most accurate depictions of adolescence, ever? Clearly we TYF writers think so as it ends up at our number one spot. While there were some narrative rules in need of breaking over the years (Mr. Feeny accompanying them all from middle school to college or all of the characters even attending the same college), the interplay between them all rang true. From Cory’s contentious relationship with his father, his wide eyed love for Topanga (Topanga!) to the untouchable brotherly affection between he and Shawn (heart eyes for days as a teen), these were characters we didn’t just enjoy watching on a weekly basis, but those who we grew with and, at different stages in our life, were able to relate to on a personable level. It made us laugh, it made us cry at times – especially with anything to do with Shawn – and for some, it made us swoon. It was a perfect show for teens because it beautifully mirrored the coming of age experience, awkward stumbling and all, and it did it with a tangible air of affection. – Allyson Johnson