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Some Kind of Wonderful (1987)

Directed by Howard Deutch

Drama

Most recently watched by jeneot33, themarc

Overview

Keith Nelson, an artsy high school outcast, tries to land a date with popular girl Amanda Jones with some help from his tomboy best friend, Watts. However, Watts realizes she likes Keith as more than just a friend and tries to convince him to stop pursuing Amanda. Matters are further complicated when Keith’s invitation draws the ire of Amanda’s rich yet snobby ex-boyfriend, Hardy Jenns, who makes plans to get even.

Rated PG-13 | Length 95 minutes

Actors

Eric Stoltz | Mary Stuart Masterson | Lea Thompson | Chynna Phillips | Craig Sheffer | John Ashton | Elias Koteas | Maddie Corman | Molly Hagan | Bryan Scott | Ike Eisenmann | Candace Cameron Bure | Lee Garlington | Kenneth Kimmins | Patricia Gaul | Laura Leigh Hughes | Carmine Caridi | Jane Elliott | Penelope Sudrow

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Date ViewedDeviceFormatSourceRating
11/13/2025TabletStreamingVideo on Demand7 stars
 

Viewing Notes

Fun soundtrack.

Pretty great hair and costumes - very of the time.

The entire cast looks like they are in their 30’s - way older than the high schoolers they are playing.

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