Some Kind of Wonderful

1h 35m · 1987 · Directed by Howard Deutch · 3.3 / 5 on Letterboxd

Some Kind of Wonderful (1987) runs 1h 35m, directed by Howard Deutch. 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.

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.

Genres: Drama, Romance

Where to watch: Paramount+ (US, checked 9 July 2026)