Back to School (1986) (1986)

Name: Back to School (1986)
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1986
Duration: 96 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman, Burt Young, Keith Gordon, Robert Downey Jr.

1h 36m United States of America

Comedy

Plot

Self-made millionaire Thornton Melon embarks on a quest for knowledge by enrolling in the same college as his son, Jason. As Jason navigates the challenges of fitting in, Thornton's larger-than-life personality clashes with campus norms, leading to a series of uproarious situations. Desperate to earn his son's admiration, Thornton's unconventional methods and outrageous antics both amuse and bewilder the student body. The comedic chaos of their intertwined college experiences explores themes of family, self-discovery, and the lengths a father will go to connect with his son.

Cast

Rodney Dangerfield Sally Kellerman Burt Young Keith Gordon Robert Downey Jr. William Zabka Paxton Whitehead Adrienne Barbeau M. Emmet Walsh Terry Farrell Ned Beatty Severn Darden Sam Kinison Robert Picardo Kurt Vonnegut