Can't Buy Me Love 1987
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56 Reviews
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Gummy
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SplatNerdy 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Ronald Miller
as Cindy Mancini
as Kenneth Wurman
as Barbara
as Chuckie Miller
as Mrs. Mancini
as David Miller
as Patty
as Iris
as Big John
Director:
Writer:
Michael Swerdlick
Stars:
Patrick Dempsey, Amanda Peterson, Courtney Gains, Tina Caspary, Seth Green, Sharon Farrell, Dennis Dugan, Darcy DeMoss, Devin DeVasquez, Eric Bruskotter,
Genres:
Comedy,Romance
Release Date:
1987 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
94 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Can't Buy Me Love
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Ronald Miller
as Cindy Mancini
as Kenneth Wurman
as Barbara
as Chuckie Miller
as Mrs. Mancini
as David Miller
as Patty
as Iris
as Big John
as Ricky
as Quint
as Judy Miller
as Moda Clerk
as Fran
as Lester
as Albert
as Rock
as Brent
as Bobby Hilton
as Mr. Webbly
as Mrs. Hagmer
as Mr. Wurman
as Jr. Wurman
as Duane
as Camera Salesman
as Stocky Jones
as African Host
as Freshman #1
as Freshman #2
as Transfer Girl
as Bambi La Brock
as Dancer (uncredited)
as (uncredited)
as Dancer (uncredited)
as Extra (uncredited)
as Tucson High Student (uncredited)
as Frat Guy (uncredited)
as High School Student (uncredited)
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