Some Kind of Wonderful

Some Kind of Wonderful

Before they could stand together, they had to stand alone.

PG-13 1987 · 95 min · ★ 6.8 · Romance, Comedy

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.

Directed by Howard Deutch · Written by John Hughes

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