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Old School 2003

“All the fun of college. None of the education.”

★ 6.6/10 · 2,144 votes R Comedy Released
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What is Old School?

Old School is a comedy film released in 2003 that follows three adult friends who decide to relive their college experiences by establishing a fraternity near their former university. The movie centers on these longtime friends as they attempt to recreate the social dynamics and lifestyle of their undergraduate years through this new venture.

Type
Film
Year
2003
Status
Released
Runtime
92 minutes
Release date
Feb 21, 2003
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
The Montecito Picture Company, DreamWorks Pictures
Budget
$24,000,000
Revenue
$87,100,000
Genres
Comedy
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Overview

Old School is a comedy film released in 2003 that follows three adult friends who decide to relive their college experiences by establishing a fraternity near their former university. The movie centers on these longtime friends as they attempt to recreate the social dynamics and lifestyle of their undergraduate years through this new venture. The premise explores themes of nostalgia, friendship, and the challenges of maintaining youthful ideals into adulthood. The film uses humor to examine the contrast between the characters' current lives and their desire to return to what they remember as simpler, more carefree times. Their decision to open the fraternity serves as the central plot device that drives the comedic situations and conflicts throughout the story. The narrative focuses on how these middle-aged men navigate the complications that arise from trying to blend their adult responsibilities with their college-era aspirations. The film's comedy emerges from the characters' fish-out-of-water experiences as they attempt to fit into a college environment while managing the realities of their mature lives.

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Should you watch it?

“Three friends try to relive their youth by starting a fraternity near their former college campus.”

Reasons to watch
  • humorous premise
  • focus on friendship
Keep in mind
  • may appeal primarily to fans of frat-style humor

Watch it if you enjoy comedies about adults attempting to recapture their college experiences.

The film contains themes and humor typical of fraternity-centered college comedies.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the movie about?

Three friends open a fraternity near their alma mater to relive their glory days.

When was the film released?

The film was released in 2003.

What genre is this film?

It is a comedy film.

Is this a college movie?

Yes, the plot centers on the establishment of a fraternity near a college campus.

Who are the main characters?

The story follows three friends who decide to start a fraternity.