Some Kind of Wonderful

Name: Some Kind of Wonderful
Director: Howard Deutch
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Released: 1987-02-27
Duration: 95 min
Cast: Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson, Lea Thompson, Chynna Phillips, Craig Sheffer

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1987 · 95 min · PG-13 · Romance · Comedy · TMDB 6.9/10

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.

Directed by Howard Deutch

Cast

Eric Stoltz — Keith Nelson
Mary Stuart Masterson — Watts
Lea Thompson — Amanda Jones
Chynna Phillips — Mia
Craig Sheffer — Hardy Jenns