Films and TV shows that feel like Daydreamin' by Ariana Grande
A breezy, wistful yearning for an idealized romance that feels just out of reach.
- The Summer I Turned Pretty (2022): Captures teenage summer longing and day‑day fantasies about first love in a breezy coastal setting.
- Love, Simon (2018): A sweet, hopeful coming‑of‑age romance where the protagonist lives in a bright, day‑dream‑filled world.
- Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2015): Musical comedy that blends pop‑R&B numbers with whimsical, over‑the‑top romantic fantasies.
- (500) Days of Summer (2009): Narrative structure mirrors the song’s mix of hopeful daydreams and bittersweet reality.
- The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013): Shows a character escaping into vivid daydreams before stepping into a brighter, real adventure.
- Jane the Virgin (2014): Tonal blend of romantic idealism, humor, and a glossy, dreamy aesthetic.
- Stuck in the Middle (2016): Family sitcom with a light, upbeat vibe and moments of teenage crushes and day‑dreaming.
- The Kissing Booth (2018): High‑school romance wrapped in a glossy, feel‑good atmosphere that matches the song’s sweet, dreamy tone.