The 50+ Best Movies About Nerds
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The 50+ Best Movies About Nerds

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Updated May 15, 2024 47.0K views 54 items
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Films about geeks, weirdos, and big ol' nerds. Vote up the best movies about nerds.
Latest additions: Mean Girls
Most divisive: American Pie 2
Over 800 Ranker voters have come together to rank this list of The 50+ Best Movies About Nerds


Everyone has a soft spot for the best movies about nerds, where those unique, brainy, and sometimes awkward characters steal the show. These films, from heartfelt dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies, celebrate the nerdy side of life that we can all find a bit of ourselves in. Whether they remind us of our school days or just make us appreciate our own quirks, nerd movies have a special place in our hearts.

This collection is a treasure trove of films that center around nerdy teenagers, high school nerds, and those unforgettable nerdy kids who make us smile. Whether you're into the comedic antics of nerd movies or the tender moments in stories about nerds in high school, there's something here for everyone. The list includes a variety of genres, ensuring that it caters to all kinds of film nerds.

Curated and ranked by movie buffs, this list reflects the community’s choices for the top movies for nerds. It’s a crowd-sourced celebration of movies like Weird Science and Back to the Future, which have become iconic in their portrayal of the nerd culture.

If you think a deserving nerdy film is missing, feel free to add it. Your votes and opinions will help shape this list, showcasing the best of what nerdy movies have to offer.