


Film · Released
Back to School
“He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll.”
Back to School at a glance
Back to School is a 1986 comedy film, running 1h 36m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG-13 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
Rated PG-13 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1986-06-13
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Genres
- Comedy
- Director
- Alan Metter
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.3 / 10 · 528 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmSelf-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.
Cast
14 names
Rodney DangerfieldThornton Melon
Sally KellermanDiane
Burt YoungLou
Keith GordonJason Melon
Robert Downey Jr.Derek
William ZabkaChas
Paxton WhiteheadPhillip Barbay
Adrienne BarbeauVanessa
M. Emmet WalshCoach Turnbull
Terry FarrellValerie
Ned BeattyDean Martin
Severn DardenDr. Barazini
Sam KinisonProfessor Terguson
Robert PicardoGiorgioQuestions about Back to School
Quick answersWhere can I watch Back to School in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Back to School is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Back to School suitable for children?
Back to School is rated PG-13 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Back to School on PelisPlus UK?
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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.
How long is Back to School?
Back to School runs for 1h 36m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Back to School trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Back to School (1986) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p] without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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