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Back to School (1986) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
Back to School at a Glance
Back to School is a 1986 comedy film directed by Alan Metter, starring Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman and Burt Young. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and premiered on June 13, 1986. Back to School is rated 6.3/10 by TMDB users across 518 votes and is rated PG-13 in the United States.
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Storyline & Synopsis
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Back to School
When was Back to School released?
Back to School was released on June 13, 1986.
What is the runtime of Back to School?
Back to School has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
Who stars in Back to School?
Back to School stars Rodney Dangerfield as Thornton Melon, Sally Kellerman as Diane, Burt Young as Lou and Keith Gordon as Jason Melon. The cast also includes Robert Downey Jr., William Zabka, Paxton Whitehead and Adrienne Barbeau.
Who directed Back to School?
Back to School was directed by Alan Metter. The screenplay is credited to William Porter, Harold Ramis and PJ Torokvei.
What genre is Back to School?
Back to School is listed on TMDB as a comedy film.
What is Back to School rated?
Back to School is rated PG-13 in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 6.3/10 from 518 votes.
Where can I watch the trailer for Back to School for free?
You can watch the trailer for Back to School, "Back to School (1986) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]", for free on this 123Movies page. It is embedded from YouTube.
What movies are similar to Back to School?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Back to School include Playdate (2025), Drillbit Taylor (2008), American Dreamer (2022), The Toy (1982) and St Trinian's (2007).
Can I stream the full movie of Back to School on 123Movies?
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