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Some Kind of Wonderful (1987)

โ€œBefore they could stand together, they had to stand alone.โ€

6.9/10 ยท 563 votes 1h 35m pg-13 ComedyRomanceDrama

#27 of 59 films from 1987 #942 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Howard Deutch ยท Written by John Hughes

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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.

Cast

Eric Stoltzas Keith Nelson
Mary Stuart Mastersonas Watts
Lea Thompsonas Amanda Jones
Chynna Phillipsas Mia
Craig Shefferas Hardy Jenns
John Ashtonas Cliff Nelson
Elias Koteasas Skinhead
Maddie Cormanas Laura Nelson
Molly Haganas Shayne
Bryan Scottas Party Guest
Ike Eisenmannas Party Guest
Candace Cameron Bureas Cindy Nelson
Lee Garlingtonas Gym Instructor
Kenneth Kimminsas Detention Teacher

Facts

Release dateFebruary 27, 1987
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) โ€” shorter as the 1987 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Box office$18,553,948
IMDbtt0094006

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Questions

How long is Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is Some Kind of Wonderful worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 563 votes, which places it #27 of 59 films released in 1987 in this index (top 56%) and #942 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful was directed by Howard Deutch. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Replacements (2000), Pretty in Pink (1986), The Great Outdoors (1988).
Who stars in Some Kind of Wonderful?
Eric Stoltz as Keith Nelson; Mary Stuart Masterson as Watts; Lea Thompson as Amanda Jones; Chynna Phillips as Mia; Craig Sheffer as Hardy Jenns; John Ashton as Cliff Nelson.
What is Some Kind of Wonderful rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Some Kind of Wonderful?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/12905.

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