Back to School (1986)
Back to School is a 1986 comedy movie directed by Alan Metter, with a running time of 1h 36m. It stars Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman and Burt Young.
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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What is Back to School about?
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.
When was Back to School released?
Back to School was released on 13 June 1986.
How long is Back to School?
Back to School runs 1h 36m.
Who made Back to School?
Back to School was directed by Alan Metter.
Where can I watch Back to School?
Back to School is available on AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Philo and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Back to School
Stream: AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Philo
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Plex, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- 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
- Ned Beatty as Dean Martin
- Severn Darden as Dr. Barazini