Can't Buy Me Love
Nerdy high schooler Ronald Miller rescues cheerleader Cindy Mancini from parental punishment after she accidentally destroys her mother's designer clothes. Ronald agrees to pay for the $1,000 outfit on one condition: that she will act as though they're a couple for an entire month. As the days pass, however, Cindy grows fond of Ronald, making him popular. But when Ronald's former best friend gets left behind, he realizes that social success isn't everything.
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Frequently asked questions about Can't Buy Me Love
Where can I watch Can't Buy Me Love in the United States?
Can't Buy Me Love is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Can't Buy Me Love on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Can't Buy Me Love is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside YouTube TV.
Can I watch Can't Buy Me Love for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Can't Buy Me Love needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Can't Buy Me Love?
Can't Buy Me Love scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Can't Buy Me Love?
Can't Buy Me Love stars Patrick Dempsey, Amanda Peterson, Courtney Gains, Tina Caspary, and Seth Green. Steve Rash is the director.
How long is Can't Buy Me Love?
Can't Buy Me Love runs 1h 34m (94 minutes).
When did Can't Buy Me Love come out?
Can't Buy Me Love was released on August 14, 1987.
Which studio made Can't Buy Me Love?
Can't Buy Me Love was produced by Apollo Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, and The Mount Company in the United States.
What was the budget for Can't Buy Me Love?
Can't Buy Me Love was made on a budget of $1,800,000.
How much did Can't Buy Me Love make at the box office?
Can't Buy Me Love grossed $31,623,833 worldwide, against a budget of $1,800,000.
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