Get Ready for The Breakfast Club’s Theatrical Rerelease: Celebrate 40 Years of This Classic Teen Dramedy!
Universal Pictures has officially announced the rerelease dates for the beloved film The Breakfast Club, a quintessential coming-of-age dramedy directed by John Hughes. This iconic 1985 movie continues to resonate as one of the most influential teen films ever made, boasting a Certified Fresh rating of 87% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Set in a suburban Chicago high school, The Breakfast Club follows five students from diverse cliques who find themselves in Saturday detention. As they navigate their differences, they learn that the labels society has placed on them do not define their true selves. The official synopsis states: “Over the course of one day, Claire the princess, Andrew the athlete, Brian the brain, Allison the basket case, and John the criminal break through their social barriers, revealing the private struggles beneath their public identities.” With Vice Principal Vernon keeping a watchful eye and custodian Carl observing from the sidelines, these five strangers leave detention not only with a deeper understanding of themselves but also of one another.
Mark Your Calendars: The Breakfast Club Rerelease Dates
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, The Breakfast Club will return to theaters nationwide for a special two-day screening on September 7 and 10. Don’t miss your chance to experience this timeless classic on the big screen—advance tickets are available for purchase now!
Universal Pictures executive Jim Orr expressed the film’s enduring appeal, stating, "The Breakfast Club is one of the great films about identity, alienation, and connection. Its honesty, humor, and humanity continue to resonate with audiences of all ages. We’re honored to bring it back to theaters so that a new generation can experience its power."
The film features a talented cast, including Molly Ringwald, Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson, Paul Gleason, and John Kapelos. Written and directed by John Hughes, The Breakfast Club showcases the creative talents of cinematographer Thomas Del Ruth, editor Dede Allen, and production designer John W. Corso, with a memorable original score by composer Keith Forsey.
Don’t miss this chance to relive the magic of The Breakfast Club—grab your tickets today and join the conversation about identity, friendship, and the struggles of adolescence!
