Back to School

1h 36m · 1986 · Directed by Alan Metter · 3.2 / 5 on Letterboxd

Back to School (1986) runs 1h 36m, directed by Alan Metter. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Self-made millionaire Thornton Melon decides to get a better education and enrolls at his son Jason's college. While Jason tries to fit in with his fellow students, Thornton struggles to gain his son's respect, giving way to hilarious antics.

Genres: Comedy

No US streaming listed when we last checked (9 July 2026). Availability changes often.