Back to School

Back to School

1986 · 96 min · EN · PG-13 · 6.3 (496 votes)
Dir. Alan Metter · Starring Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman, Burt Young, Keith Gordon, Robert Downey Jr., William Zabka · Music Danny Elfman

He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll.

Comedy

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.

VIBE

This is a quintessential 80s comedy, packed with goofy antics and a surprisingly sweet father-son dynamic. It feels like a blast from the past, perfect for a lighthearted, nostalgic watch.

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