Shows Like Pretty Little Liars Summer School: The second season of the reboot of this franchise really spooked us with some internet violence, real-life stalking, slasher-horror moments (some directly inspired by Scream) and, a little spice. However, the end of this season does not mean the end of shows circling around this theme.
We have curated a list of six teen dramas that align with the themes and storytelling of Pretty Little Liars Summer School; some might even be better than the show it is being compared to here! So get that notepad out to jot down these shows that you will thoroughly enjoy.
Shows Like Pretty Little Liars Summer School
One of Us Is Lying
One of Us Is Lying is a popular mystery drama series developed by Erica Saleh, based on the novel by Karen M. McManus. The show stars Annalisa Cochrane, Chibuikem Uche, Marianly Tejada, Cooper van Grootel, and Barrett Carnahan. The story centres around five high school students who enter detention, but only four come out alive. The remaining students become suspects in a thrilling murder investigation, as secrets are unveiled and motives are questioned.
For slasher fans who love teen drama and spicy content, this is perfect due to its blend of suspenseful whodunit intrigue, complex character dynamics, and dramatic twists. The show combines elements of mystery and thriller with the high-stakes emotions and relationships typical of teen dramas, ensuring a captivating and entertaining viewing experience that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. It is available now on Netflix and Peacock.
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I Know What You Did Last Summer
This television series directed by Sara Goodman (also, known for Gossip Girl), is based on the 1973 novel by Lois Duncan and inspired by the iconic 1997 film of the same name. The series stars Madison Iseman, Brianne Tju, Ezekiel Goodman, Ashley Moore, and Sebastian Amoruso. The plot revolves around a group of teenagers who are stalked by a mysterious killer one year after they cover up a fatal accident on the night of their high school graduation.
The show expertly combines elements of slasher horror with teen drama, weaving together secrets, lies, and a series of gruesome murders much like Pretty Little Liars Summer School. It is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Scream Queens
‘If you are not a Scream Queens fan then we cannot be friends’ is a phrase I live by. This iconic show might just be superior to PLL Summer School and, had to be on this list. Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Ian Brennan, there’s an ensemble cast for this series which includes Emma Roberts, Jamie Lee Curtis, Lea Michele, Abigail Breslin, and Billie Lourd. Set at the fictional Wallace University, the series revolves around the members of the Kappa Kappa Tau sorority who become targets of a masked serial killer known as the Red Devil.
There is humour as there is horror and, the only way one can praise the show is by asking people to watch it. So you gotta stream it right away on Hotstar!
Red Rose
This British horror drama television created by Michael and Paul Clarkson is set in the small town of Bolton and, follows a group of teenagers who download a mysterious app called Red Rose which brings a whole lot of trouble and trauma into their lives. The show stars Amelia Clarkson, Isis Hainsworth, Ali Khan, and Natalie Gavin. The series combines elements of supernatural horror with a modern technological twist, exploring themes of social media influence, peer pressure, and the dark side of digital connectivity, much like Pretty Little Liars Summer School did with Spooky Spaghetti. You can watch it now on Netflix.
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Light as a Feather
Created by R. Lee Fleming Jr and featuring Liana Liberato, Haley Ramm, Ajiona Alexus, Brianne Tju, Peyton List, and Jordan Rodrigues, this series is based on the novel by Zoe Aarsen. We see a group of teenage girls who play a seemingly harmless game of Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board at a sleepover which takes a rather dark turn.
The series combines elements of teen drama, supernatural horror, and mystery, exploring themes of friendship, guilt, and the consequences of actions. As the girls unravel the secrets behind the curse and its origins, they must confront their own fears and confront the dark forces at play. This binge-worthy watch is now available on Hulu.
T@gged
This web series stars Lia Marie Johnson, Lulu Antariksa, Katelyn Nacon, and Lukas Gage. It centres around a group of high school students who find themselves stalked and terrorized by a mysterious figure after being tagged in a disturbing online video.
Set against the backdrop of modern social media culture, Tagged explores themes of cyberbullying, identity, and the dark side of online interactions. Its exploration of the dangers lurking behind social media and the repercussions of digital anonymity provides a chilling backdrop that resonates with today’s interconnected society. Watch it on Netflix.
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