He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll.
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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The film's tagline is: "He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll."
With a budget of $11.0M, the film grossed $91.3M — a profit of $80.3M (730% ROI).
The runtime is 96 minutes (1h 36m).
The film was directed by Alan Metter.
The screenplay was written by William Porter and Harold Ramis.
The score was composed by Danny Elfman.
Cinematography was handled by Thomas E. Ackerman.
The film features a large ensemble cast of over 61 credited actors.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt0090685.
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Average
494 votes
Back to School
Released
PG-13
English
United States of America
$11,000,000
$91,258,000
