Some Kind of Wonderful
Teens

Some Kind of Wonderful

Best from age 13 · PG-13 · 1987 · 95 min

Some Kind of Wonderful

An artistic high schooler pursues a popular girl, unaware his tomboy best friend harbors deeper feelings. Their love triangle navigates social divides, jealousy, and self-discovery in this classic teen romance.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Moderate

3/10

Language

Mild

2/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

2/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Mild

1/10

Heads up

  • Some fighting and confrontational moments
  • A few instances of mild language
  • Teenagers consume alcohol at a party
  • Brief kissing and implied intimacy

Models well

  • Friendship and loyalty
  • Being true to yourself
  • Standing up to bullies
  • Understanding different perspectives

Talk about it after

  • The complexities of friendship transforming into romance
  • How social status influences high school dynamics
  • The importance of recognizing true feelings and self-worth
  • Dealing with jealousy and past relationships
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Cast & crew

Official Trailer SOME KIND OF WONDERFUL (1987, Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson)