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Where to watch Back to School (1986) in United States

  • Movie
  • United States
  • 1h 36m
Genre
Comedy

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Story

A wealthy businessman decides to pursue higher education and enrolls at the same college where his son is studying. As father and son navigate campus life together, their different approaches to college create comedic situations. The film follows their attempts to connect while dealing with the challenges of fitting in at university.

Cast

  • Rodney Dangerfield Rodney DangerfieldThornton Melon
  • Sally Kellerman Sally KellermanDiane
  • Burt Young Burt YoungLou
  • Keith Gordon Keith GordonJason Melon
  • Robert Downey Jr. Robert Downey Jr.Derek
  • William Zabka William ZabkaChas

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Back to School in United States?

Back to School is available in United States on MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, fuboTV, Hoopla, Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Tubi, Apple TV, Prime Video, Fandango at Home, Google Play Movies, Plex, Spectrum On Demand and YouTube. Use the buttons above to open the official platform.

Is Back to School on a subscription in United States?

Yes. In United States it is included with MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, fuboTV, Apple TV and Prime Video — no extra rental charge.

Can I watch Back to School free in United States?

Yes, legally and free on Hoopla, Kanopy, The Roku Channel and Tubi in United States.

Which audio languages are available in United States?

Back to School is offered with English and Spanish audio in United States.

Is Back to School leaving The Roku Channel in United States?

Yes. The Roku Channel lists it until 1 Dec 2026 in United States, so that is the last day to watch it there.

When was Back to School added to The Roku Channel in United States?

It showed up on The Roku Channel in United States on 1 Oct 2026.

Is Back to School available in English in United States?

Yes. English audio is offered on The Roku Channel, Apple TV and Prime Video in United States.

Does Back to School have English subtitles in United States?

Yes. English subtitles are listed on The Roku Channel, Tubi, Apple TV and Prime Video in United States.

Is Back to School included with Apple TV in United States?

It is a paid channel add-on on Apple TV in United States, not part of the base plan — you pay for that channel separately.

Is Back to School on Netflix in United States?

No. In United States it is not on Netflix right now. It is available on MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, fuboTV, Hoopla, Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Tubi, Apple TV, Prime Video, Fandango at Home, Google Play Movies, Plex, Spectrum On Demand and YouTube instead.

Is Back to School on Prime Video in United States?

Yes. Back to School is on Prime Video in United States (channel add-on).

Is Back to School on Apple TV in United States?

Yes. Back to School is on Apple TV in United States (channel add-on).

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