Fast Times At Ridgemont High
- Release Date
- August 13, 1982
- Director
- Amy Heckerling
- Cast
- Sean Penn , Jennifer Jason Leigh , Judge Reinhold , Robert Romanus , Brian Backer , Phoebe Cates
- Runtime
- 90
- Main Genre
- Comedy
- Writers
- Cameron Crowe
- Tagline
- Fast Cars, Fast Girls, Fast Carrots...Fast Carrots?
Summary
Follows a group of high school students growing up in southern California, based on the real-life adventures chronicled by Cameron Crowe. Stacy Hamilton and Mark Ratner are looking for a love interest, and are helped along by their older classmates, Linda Barrett and Mike Damone, respectively. The center of the film is held by Jeff Spicoli, a perpetually stoned surfer dude who faces off with the resolute Mr. Hand, who is convinced that everyone is on dope.
latest
20 Famous Actors and Their First R-Rated Movie Roles
Some of the most beloved stars have taken creative risks and pushed boundaries in films meant only for adult audiences.
Fast Times at Ridgemont High Cast and Character Guide
Fast Times at Ridgemont High is a beloved ‘80s cult classic that featured a dazzling ensemble cast of up-and-coming Hollywood greats.
Fast Times at Ridgemont High: Where the Cast is Today
Fast Times at Ridgemont High was released 40 years ago. Since then, many of its actors have become Hollywood stars. Here is where the cast is today.
These 1980s Movies Had the Boldest ‘80s Fashion
Cinema oftentimes serves as a time capsule of each era, reflecting the styles and trends that audiences couldn’t get enough, like '80s fashion.
These Are Sean Penn's Best Movies, Ranked
While he may be problematic, there's no doubt that Sean Penn is one of the best actors of his generation, and these are his best performances.
Best Cameron Crowe Movies, Ranked
Cameron Crowe boasts a successful career as a film director and screenwriter. Here are his best movies, ranked.
Shia LaBeouf Steals the Show as Spicoli During Fast Times at Ridgemont High Table Read
Sean Penn originally played the iconic Spicoli in Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Shia LaBeouf took on the role for a recent celebrity table read.
Brad Pitt & Jennifer Aniston Reunite for Fast Times at Ridgemont High Table Read
Brad Pitt has been added to Dane Cook's upcoming Fast Times at Ridgemont High live table read, joining ex-wife Jennifer Aniston.
Fast Times at Ridgemont High Virtual Table Read Gets an All-Star Cast Led by Sean Penn
The Fast Times at Ridgemont High table read will be streaming on August 20th, with proceeds going to Sean Penn's CORE.
How Sean Penn Won His Fast Times at Ridgemont High Role Despite an Awful Audition
Jeff Spicoli is one of the most iconic big screen stoners of all time, but Sean Penn almost blew it during the audition process.
How Sean Penn Saved Fast Times at Ridgemont High from Being a Disaster
Director Amy Heckerling and writer Cameron Crowe reveal that Sean Penn's Jeff Spicoli helped put Fast Times at Ridgemont High on the map.
Matthew Lillard Talks Fat Kid Rules the World [Exclusive]
The actor makes his directorial debut with this coming-of-age story based on K.L. Going's novel, opening in Los Angeles this weekend.
Vamps Acquired by Anchor Bay Films
Amy Heckerling directs Alicia Silverstone and Krysten Ritter in this comedy about two New York socialites who also happen to be vampires.
The SUNDAY FUNNIES: The Human Centipede Pumpkin and America's Movie Map
We also take a look Conan O'Brien's Halloween costume and how smartphones would affect/ruin classic movies.
Sean Penn to Play Surf Legend Dorian Paskowitz
The actor will also produce this project.
Vacation and European Vacation Take a Trip to Blu-ray on August 10th
We have some early details on these Chevy Chase classic comedies in 1080p.
Jonah Hill Talks 21 Jump Street and The Adventurer's Handbook
The popular young actor/writer/producer discusses his plans for the upcoming remake of the popular '80s show and a few of his other upcoming projects.
American Pie: The Book of Love on DVD and Blu-ray This Christmas
The next chapter in this hilarious franchise comes packed with shocking guest appearances.
Townsend Coleman Reminisces on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles [Exclusive]
The voice of Michelangelo on the highly-popular animated series takes a look back on the 25th anniversary of this creation.
HEY, PAULINGTON: Time for Timer, Fast Times: The Series, and Southland
Paulington answers all of your questions in this life advice column for the true cinephile!