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Can't Buy Me Love 1987

“Ronald is making an investment in his senior year. He's hiring the prettiest cheerleader in school to be his girlfriend.”

★ 6.9/10 PG-13 ComedyRomance Released
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What is Can't Buy Me Love?

Can't Buy Me Love is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1987
Status
Released
Runtime
94 minutes
Release date
Aug 14, 1987
Studios
Apollo Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, The Mount Company
Genres
Comedy, Romance
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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.6/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Romance

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Can't Buy Me Love is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Apollo Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, The Mount Company. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A nerd pays a cheerleader to fake a relationship, leading to unexpected feelings.”

Reasons to watch
  • Humorous high school situations
  • Sweet romantic premise
  • Message about popularity vs authenticity
Keep in mind
  • Predictable teen rom‑com formula
  • Premise may feel contrived to some viewers

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted teen comedies about unexpected romance.

Suitable for teens and adults; PG‑13 rating indicates mild teen language and romantic themes.

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What is the basic plot of the film?

A nerdy student pays a popular cheerleader to pretend they’re a couple for a month, and their fake relationship changes them both.

What genre does the movie belong to?

It is a comedy and romance film aimed at a teenage audience.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes.

What rating does the film have?

It is rated PG‑13.

When was the film released?

It was released in the United States on August 14, 1987.

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