The prom is a milestone in teenage life, so it's no surprise that it's captured so often in film and television. Whether they're romantic, awkward, hilarious or just plain scary, prom scenes remind us of why we love high school. Though our own experience might not be as eventful or dramatic as on the big-screen, it is sure to enjoy fun in the movie scenes. Here put together a list of the top movie prom scenes for your nostalgic enjoyment!
Twilight (2008)
Bella isn't like other girls - she falls in love with Edward, a vegetarian vampire, and she could care less about going to prom. But Edward won't let her miss this human rite of passage, so he takes her to prom, where they dance the night away in a beautiful gazebo.
Prom (2011)
When Nova is forced to work with bad boy hottie Jesse on the prom committee, a magical love connection instantly sparks. Not only is Prom a fairytale event, but the stress, laughs and excitement that build up in this high school love story make the movie relatable and totally unforgettable!
High School Musical 3 (2008)
It's senior year at East High and you know what that means: a flashy prom number in the high school musical! It will leave you singing along, "Yeah, Yeah, Yeah / Throw the cheers into the air / It's coming closer; / Time to dance, / It's our prom time, /Our night to share."
Mean Girls (2004)
The previously homeschooled Cady goes from awkward new girl to queen of the Plastics and learns the ins and outs of high school cliques. In the climactic prom scene, she gives a speech remarking that everyone should be a prom king or prom queen in their hearts, rather than trying to sabotage one another.
Carrie (1976)
Carrie White has the power to move things with her mind. She was raised in isolation, so she's always been an outsider. The girls at school tease her even more when her first period catches her off-guard. These mean girls are banned from prom and find revenge by having someone dump a bucket of pig's blood on Carrie at prom. But what they don’t know is that when Carrie gets mad, she turns into an outraged monster.