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Pretty in Pink

1986·Movie
1h 37min·PG-13
68
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Big heart, immersive world, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance9
  • Coming of Age9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Cringe Humor5

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and pop culture

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Blane's a pretty cool guy. Andie's pretty in pink. And Duckie's pretty crazy.

Andie is an outcast, hanging out either with her older boss, who owns the record store where she works, or her quirky high school classmate Duckie, who has a crush on her. When one of the rich and popular kids at school, Blane, asks Andie out, it seems too good to be true. As Andie starts falling for Blane, she begins to realize that dating someone from a different social sphere is not easy.
80s Teen RomanceComing-of-Age DramaSocial Class DivideUnrequited LoveIconic SoundtrackHigh School LifeQuirky CharactersComfort WatchJohn Hughes Classic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Pretty in Pink legally?

Pretty in Pink is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Pretty in Pink worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 75%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Pretty in Pink rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Pretty in Pink?

1 h 37 min

Pretty in Pink runs 1 h 37 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pretty in Pink?

Critics66
Audiences74

Not quite. Audiences rate Pretty in Pink higher (74) than critics (66). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Pretty in Pink a box office hit?

Budget$9 million
Box office$40 million

Yes. It cost about $9 million to make and earned $40 million worldwide, 4.5 times its budget.

What language is Pretty in Pink in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Pretty in Pink?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pretty in Pink in 74 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Pretty in Pink use?

'80s HairSealed with a KissMythology GagFiery RedheadInformed AbilityExtreme DoormatImprobable AgeLipstick-and-Load MontageWhat Happened to the Mouse?Color MotifsPink Girl, Blue BoyActor Allusionand 15 more

TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Pretty in Pink, including '80s Hair, Sealed with a Kiss, Mythology Gag.