Some Kind of Wonderful (1987)

7.0PG-1395 minDirector: Howard Deutch

1987 American romantic drama film by Howard Deutch

Some Kind of Wonderful is a 1987 American teen romantic drama film directed by Howard Deutch and starring Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson, and Lea Thompson. It is one of several successful teen dramas written by John Hughes in 1987.

Blue-collar teen Keith goes out with popular Amanda, a girl he has always dreamed of dating. Her ex-boyfriend plots revenge on him, while Keith's tomboy best friend Watts realizes she has feelings for Keith. The film had its premiere in Hollywood on February 23, 1987, and widely released theatrically in the United States on February 27.

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What is Some Kind of Wonderful about?
Some Kind of Wonderful (1987) — When Keith goes out with Amanda, the girl of his dreams, Amanda's ex-boyfriend plans to get back at Keith. Meanwhile, Keith's best friend, tomboy Watts, realizes she has feelings for Keith.
Is Some Kind of Wonderful based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Some Kind of Wonderful scary?
Content rating: PG-13. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.