St. Elmo's Fire

St. Elmo's Fire

The passion burns deep.

R 1985 · 108 min · ★ 6.1 · Drama, Romance, Comedy

Reluctant to let go of college life, a close-knit team of seven friends--irresponsible saxophone player Billy, young Republican Alec, his girlfriend Leslie, struggling journalist Kevin, drama queen Jules, lovesick waiter Kirby, and Wendy, a social worker with a heart of gold--realise the party is over. And as the burdens of maturity close in on the young dreamers, the complexities of adulthood and the daily struggle of growing up put their sacred friendship to the test. But everyone knows life is not a bed of roses. It won't be easy, but when all is said and done, what will it take for St. Elmo's clique to find its place in the real world?

Directed by Joel Schumacher · Written by Joel Schumacher

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Andrew McCarthy Kevin Dolenz
Emilio Estevez Kirby Keger
Rob Lowe Billy Hicks
Demi Moore Jules
Judd Nelson Alec Newbary
Ally Sheedy Leslie Hunter
Mare Winningham Wendy Beamish
Martin Balsam Mr. Beamish
Andie MacDowell Dale Biberman
Joyce Van Patten Mrs. Beamish
Jenny Wright Felicia
Jon Cutler Howie Krantz

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