Some Kind of Wonderful
“Before they could stand together, they had to stand alone.”
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.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | Paramount Plus, Super Channel Plus, fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | BINGE | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Pluto TV | Amazon Video, Sky Store, maxdome Store |
| France | — | Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, FOD |
About Some Kind of Wonderful
Some Kind of Wonderful is a 1987 English-language romance and comedy film directed by Howard Deutch. The cast is led by Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson, Lea Thompson. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Some Kind of Wonderful was produced by Hughes Entertainment and Paramount Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on February 27, 1987, and carries a PG-13 certification. At the box office it grossed around $19 million worldwide.
- Director
- Howard Deutch
- Writers
- John Hughes
- Release date
- February 27, 1987
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $19 million
- Production
- Hughes Entertainment, Paramount Pictures
Some Kind of Wonderful cast & crew
Some Kind of Wonderful was directed by Howard Deutch and written by John Hughes.
The cast features Eric Stoltz as Keith Nelson, Mary Stuart Masterson as Watts, Lea Thompson as Amanda Jones, Chynna Phillips as Mia, Craig Sheffer as Hardy Jenns, and John Ashton as Cliff Nelson.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Jan Kiesser and it was produced by Ronald Colby and Michael Chinich.
Is Some Kind of Wonderful worth watching?
Some Kind of Wonderful holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 539 ratings, a solidly received romance films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy romance and comedy, Some Kind of Wonderful is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Some Kind of Wonderful
Eric Stoltz
Keith Nelson
Mary Stuart Masterson
Watts
Lea Thompson
Amanda Jones
Chynna Phillips
Mia
Craig Sheffer
Hardy Jenns
John Ashton
Cliff Nelson
Elias Koteas
Skinhead
Maddie Corman
Laura Nelson
Molly Hagan
Shayne
Bryan Scott
Party Guest
Ike Eisenmann
Party Guest
Candace Cameron Bure
Cindy Nelson
Some Kind of Wonderful — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Some Kind of Wonderful in United States?
Some Kind of Wonderful is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Some Kind of Wonderful in?
Some Kind of Wonderful is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is Some Kind of Wonderful rated?
Some Kind of Wonderful is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 539 ratings.
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