Back to School
He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll.
Self-made millionaire Thornton Melon decides to get a better education and enrolls at his son Jason's college. While Jason tries to fit in with his fellow students, Thornton struggles to gain his son's respect, giving way to hilarious antics.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Back to School
- Genres: Comedy
- Release Date: 1986-06-13
- Runtime: 96 minutes
- Rating: 6.341/10 (446 votes)
- Budget: $11,000,000
- Revenue: $91,258,000
- Production Companies: Orion Pictures, Paper Clip Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.4107
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Rodney Dangerfield
as Thornton Melon
Sally Kellerman
as Diane
Burt Young
as Lou
Keith Gordon
as Jason Melon
Robert Downey Jr.
as Derek
William Zabka
as Chas
Paxton Whitehead
as Phillip Barbay
Adrienne Barbeau
as Vanessa
M. Emmet Walsh
as Coach Turnbull
Terry Farrell
as Valerie
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Trailers & Clips
Official Trailer
Back to School (1986) | Twist & Shout Scene | MGM Studios
Back to School (1986) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Back to School?▼
Back to School is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1986-06-13.
Who are the main actors in Back to School?▼
The main cast includes Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman, Burt Young, Keith Gordon, Robert Downey Jr., .
Where can I watch Back to School online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Back to School is available.
Is Back to School based on a true story?▼
He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll.
What is the IMDb rating of Back to School?▼
Back to School has an IMDb rating of 6.341/10 based on 446 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Back to School?▼
The movie had a production budget of $11,000,000 and earned $91,258,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Back to School?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Orion Pictures, Paper Clip Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Back to School filmed?▼
Back to School was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Back to School?▼
The total runtime of Back to School is 96 minutes.
Is Back to School suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Back to School?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Back to School.
Does Back to School have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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