Young Royals, one of the most liked Swedish drama Series created by Lisa Ambjorn, Lars Beckung, and Camilla Holter first premiered on 1 July 2021, on Netflix and continued with the release of two more seasons after this.
Young Royals have proved to be one of the most popular streaming series on the web than gained love not only in its original state but also worldwide.
The series puts forward the vision of the LGBTQ+ community and showcases the love story between the royal Prince Wilhelm of Sweden and one of his male friends from his boarding school, Simon Eriksson.
The series Young Royals have gained much popularity. And the fans who have loved this series are demanding other series like this. So for these fans, the 15 series that will be loved by them are mentioned below. Let us see!
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1 Gossip Girl (2021-2023)
Gossip Girl is a reboot of the beloved original series that was released back in the year 2007. The show’s first season premiered on July 8, 2021, on HBO Max and was the blockbuster show on HBO Max for the first time was the most-watched show.
The series is an American television series full of teen drama. The show introduces a new generation of privileged teenagers and their entangled lives. The story follows a diverse group of students attending Constance Billard School for Girls and St. Jude’s School for Boys, who are involved in illegal scams and scandals in social media. The show was a popular hit all over the world.
In addition to this Gossip Girls and Young Royals have the similarity of its plot, which revolves around the lives of privileged young individuals and explores the complexities of their social circles. Both series delves into the world of the elite, highlighting the pressures, scandals, and power dynamics that come with their positions. Thus the series is said to be loved by the fans of young royals.
2 Heartstopper (2022)
Heartstopper is a British Television series that is based on the webcomic and graphic novel of the same name Heatstopper and is written by Alice Oseman herself. She has written this romantic and comedy novel showcasing the love life of a schoolboy who is gay and he falls in love with his bench mate.
The series Heartstopper’s first season was released on 22 April 2022, on Netflix and the series gained many fans following and love from the audience, requesting its sequel by the creators. Thus, the season of the show will be released on August 3, 2023, on Netflix itself.
The series showcases the lifestyle of the couple Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring, who fell in each other’s love during their school life while they used to sit together. The series portrays the support towards the LGBTQ+ community like the Young Royals TV series.
3 One Of Us Is Lying (2021-2022)
One of Us is Lying an American Television series based on the book of the same name written by Karen M. McManus. The writer has focused on the lifestyle of the five high school friends who got detained and out of the five one friend dies and there was no clue of his death. The cops are indulged in investigating the case and finding the reason behind his suspicious death.
The first season of the series first premiered on October 7, 2021, on Peacock. The first season gained much love and support from the audience, expecting the series’ sequel. The second season of the show was released on October 20, 2022, on Peacock. the sequel of the series was also loved and supported by the audience.
The series had a great fan base but the season was canceled in January 2023. The series carries a mystery and interesting secrets of the death of one of the students that makes it similar to the Young Royals series and so is loved by the fans of the Young Royals series as well.
4 Heartbreak High (2022)
Heartbreak High is a popular TV series that originated in Australia. It is created by Hannah Carroll Chapman. The series is the recreation of the same-name series that was released on the year 1994. The first season of the series premiered on September 14, 2022, on Netflix and was renewed for its second season a week later after the release of the first season.
The series revolves around the life of high school students and teachers who are struggling with racism practice in their schools. There were names of a few students who had to attend sex education classes without prior permission from them and they got stuck with the situation badly.
The series has got its similarity with Young Royals as it is also set in the lifestyle of the people of school life. Both the series have dealt with almost the same topics of teenagers getting into trouble and so on.
5 Love, Victor (2020-2022)
Love, Victor is an American TV series full of teen romance and comedy. The series is a remake of the film Love, Simon which was released in 2018. The series is created by Isaac Aptaker & Elizabeth Berger.
The series first premiered on June 17, 2020, and lasted till June 15, 2022, with a total of 28 episodes and 3 seasons. The series showcases the lifestyle of the boy who was a newcomer in the town and how he struggles at home and in the outside world.
Both the series Young Royals and Love, Victor has similarity in the story revolving around the teenagers and the difficulty faced in them identifying their sex and accepting the truth.
6 Trinkets (2019-2020)
Trinkets is an American TV series created by Amy Andelson, Emily Meyer, and Smith. The series is based on the young adult novel of the same name written by Kristen “Kiwi” Smith and was published in 2013.
The series is a combination of teen drama. The first season of the series was released on June 14, 2019, on Netflix, following the release of its final season on August 25, 2020.
The show follows the story of three teenage girls from different backgrounds who meet in a Shoplifters Anonymous group and form an unlikely friendship. Each of them struggles with their issues and secrets but finds solace and support in their friendship. “Trinkets” explores themes of identity, friendship, self-discovery, and the consequences of one’s actions, just like the series Young Royals with almost the same plot of teenagers and their love and friendships.
7 High School Musical The Musical Series( 2019)
The series is a TV series that premiered in 2019 on Disney. It’s a mockumentary-style show that serves as both a homage to and durability of the popular” High School Musical” film.
The series is set at East High School, the same academy where the original” High School Musical” films’ shootings took place. The show-within-a-show conception revolves around the practices, drama, and particular connections of the characters both on and off stage.
This series and Young Royals have parallels in the plot taking place in academy life, including the scholars and the kinds of music each around. Both series show the same-coitus couple and their struggles with their acceptance by society.
8 Genera+ion (2021)
“Genera+ion” is a television series that premiered in 2021. It is a coming-of-age drama created by Zelda Barnz and her father, Daniel Barnz. The show explores the lives of a diverse group of high school students navigating love, identity, sexuality, and relationships in a conservative community.
The only season of the series was released on 11 March 2021, on HBO Max and then in September 2021, the show was canceled. The series explores topics that are often considered taboo or unexplored in mainstream media, providing a fresh and authentic perspective on the lives of young people.
Both the series Genera+ion and Young Royals have similarities as they have strong sex-exploring thoughts and teenage lifestyles.
9 Elite (2018)
“Elite” is a Spanish thriller drama television series created by Carlos Montero and Darío Madrona. The show revolves around the lives of wealthy and underprivileged students at Las Encinas, an exclusive private school in Spain.
The series follows a group of students who enroll at Las Encinas after their previous school collapses due to an earthquake. The clash between the students from different social classes leads to conflicts, secrets, and ultimately, a murder investigation that unfolds throughout the series.
The first season, consisting of eight episodes, premiered on Netflix on 5 October 2018. The second season of the series was released on 6 September 2019. The series’ sixth season was released on 18 November 2022. However, the seventh season has also been renewed by the creators but the official dates aren’t released yet.
10. Skins( 2007- 2013)
Skins is a TV series created by Bryan Elsley and Jamie Brittain. The series is a British series full of teen drama and comedy. The series premiered on 25 January 2007 and lasted till 5 August 2013. It showcases the lives of a group of teenagers living in England and explores colorful themes including fellowship, love, fornication, internal health, and substance abuse.
Skins gained fashionability for their realistic and frequently controversial depiction of adolescent issues. Both Skins and Young Royals have a common plot showcasing the love, relationship, internal health, and difficulties of society.
11 The Royals (2015-2018)
“The Royals” is a television drama series created by Mark Schwahn and premiered on E! network. The show presents a fictionalized depiction of the British royal family and their lives filled with scandal, power struggles, and personal conflicts.
This American drama series first premiered on March 15, 2015, followed by its next seasons. The third season of the series was released on January 5, 2016, and the fourth season was released on March 11, 2018. After the fourth season, the series was canceled on August 2018.
“The Royals” is set in modern-day London and revolves around the fictional royal family led by Queen Helena (Elizabeth Hurley). The series follows their relationships, romantic entanglements, and the challenges they face as members of the monarchy.
Throughout the show, it explores themes such as love, loyalty, and betrayal. It blends elements of drama, romance, and intrigue while delving into the private lives of the royal family members and the political dynamics surrounding them.
12 Degrassi: Next Class (2016-2017)
“Degrassi: Next Class” is a Canadian teen drama television series that aired from 2016 to 2017. It is a continuation of the long-running “Degrassi” franchise, which has released multiple series and generations of characters.
The series was officially released on 25 January 2016 on Netflix and continued with its fourth and final season release on July 2017. The show was canceled by the creators on March 2019, officially.
“Degrassi: Next Class” follows the lives of a group of students at Degrassi Community School as they struggle and survive the challenges of adolescence, including relationships, social issues, and personal struggles. The series tackles a wide range of topics relevant to teenagers, such as bullying, mental health, sexuality, gender identity, and social media.
Both the series Degrassi: Next Class and Young Royals have similarities as both the series have the plot including teenagers of the royal family and their struggles in growing up identifying their real sexualities and getting acceptance in society.
13 Outer Banks (2020)
” Outer Banks” is a TV series created by Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke. The show is set in the external Banks of North Carolina and follows a group of teenagers called the” Pogues” as they embark on a thrilling treasure quest.
It’s an American teen drama series that premiered on Netflix on April 15, 2020. The series is a complete compendium of action, adventure, and riddle. The third season of the series was released on February 23, 2023, and the show is further renewed for its fourth season as well.
The story revolves around John B, a teenager who brigades up with his musketeers to search for a fabulous treasure linked to his missing father. Their trip leads them into a world of adventure, and love. Both youthful Royals and external Banks have parallels in plot including teenage and their struggle in growing up as a grown-up.
14 Skam (2015-2017)
“Skam” is a television series that aired from created by Andem, and aired from 2015- 2017. The show gained significant popularity for its realistic portrayal of the lives of high school students and its innovative storytelling format.
The show was first premiered on 25, September 2015 followed by its sequels in the next years. And the final season was released on June 24, 2017.
“Skam,” which translates to “Shame” in English, follows a group of teenagers attending the Hartvig Nissen School in Oslo, Norway. Each season focuses on a different main character and explores their personal experiences, relationships, and challenges. The show tackles a range of topics such as friendship, love, mental health, sexuality, and identity.
Both the series Young Royals and Skam explore the same topics in society which are teenagers’ struggles in growing up and relationships, love, mental health, and sexuality.
15 Queer As Folk (2000-2005)
“Queer as Folk” is a television series created by Ron Cowen and Daniel Lipman. The series has two versions the American and the British. This is an American series that aired from 2000 to 2005 and had five seasons.
Both series’ versions revolve around the lives of a group of gay men and women living in a specific city. The British version is set in Manchester, England, while the American version is set in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The series explores the personal and professional lives of its diverse cast of characters, addressing issues such as love, relationships, sex, friendship, and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Similarly, the series Young Royals also supports and brings out the problems faced by the LGBTQ+ community.
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