Some Kind of Wonderful
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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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and YouTube Free.
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Official Trailer SOME KIND OF WONDERFUL (1987, Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson)
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Frequently asked questions about Some Kind of Wonderful
Where can I watch Some Kind of Wonderful in the United States?
Some Kind of Wonderful is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and YouTube Free 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 Some Kind of Wonderful on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. Some Kind of Wonderful is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV and YouTube Free.
Can I watch Some Kind of Wonderful for free?
Some Kind of Wonderful streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful stars Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson, Lea Thompson, Chynna Phillips, and Craig Sheffer. Howard Deutch is the director.
How long is Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did Some Kind of Wonderful come out?
Some Kind of Wonderful was released on February 27, 1987.
Which studio made Some Kind of Wonderful?
Some Kind of Wonderful was produced by Hughes Entertainment and Paramount Pictures in the United States.
How much did Some Kind of Wonderful make at the box office?
Some Kind of Wonderful grossed $18,553,948 worldwide.
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