Added to Prime Video on Sunday, Feb 4, 2024 The Breakfast Club, a defining movie of the 1980s, showcases a day in the life of five high school students from distinct social circles who find themselves in Saturday detention. As the day unfolds, the teens – the athlete, the brain, the criminal, the princess, and the basket case – share their stories and discover that they have more in common than they ever imagined. The film skillfully navigates themes of identity, social pressure, and the universal struggle for understanding across the divides of high school cliques, leaving a lasting impact on its audience and the teen movie genre.
Length: 1h 37m
Genre: Comedy, Drama
This Title is: Insightful, Heartfelt, and Culturally Significant
The Breakfast Club is New on Prime Video in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Emilio Estevez as Andrew Clark
- Judd Nelson as John Bender
- Molly Ringwald as Claire Standish
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Contains themes of teenage angst, mild language, and mature topics.
Trivia
- John Hughes wrote the screenplay in just two days.
- The film’s title comes from the nickname given to detention at New Trier High School, the alma mater of director John Hughes.
- The library set was constructed in the gymnasium of a closed high school.
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The Breakfast Club stands out for its remarkable portrayal of teenage complexity and the nuanced performances of its ensemble cast. Critics and audiences alike praise its blend of humor and heartfelt moments, though some argue the film’s 1980s context may not fully resonate with today’s youth. Despite this, its core message of empathy and connection transcends generational divides, making it a timeless classic.
Critic Scores
The Breakfast Club has received a Great Review by the critics
