Private School_
"You won't believe what goes on and what comes off in... Private School"
Private-school student Christine loves Jim. But her classmate, Jordan, is also vying for Jim's attention and trying to end his relationship with Christine. Meanwhile, Jim's friend Bubba embarks on a series of sexual escapades, including dressing up as a woman to access the girls' locker room. Despite Jim and Christine's efforts to spend some time alone, various shenanigans and schemes interfere.
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Prime Video
7 countries
Apple TV
6 countries
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Google Play
5 countries
YouTube
3 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Noel Black →
Year context
Private School was released 43 years ago in 1983.
Private School is a Comedy, Romance film with a runtime of 1h 29m.
CAST (20)
Phoebe Cates
Christine Ramsey
Betsy Russell
Jordan Leigh-Jenson
Matthew Modine
Jim Green
Michael Zorek
Bubba Beauregard
Fran Ryan
Miss Dutchbok
Kathleen Wilhoite
Betsy
Ray Walston
Chauncey
Sylvia Kristel
Ms. Regina Copoletta
Frank Aletter
Mr. Leigh-Jensen
Jonathan Prince
Roy
Richard Stahl
Mr. Flugel
Julie Payne
Coach Whelan
Frances Bay
Birdie Fallmouth
Burke Byrnes
Mr. Ramsay
Steve Levitt
Bellboy
Lynda Wiesmeier
School Girl
Nadine Van der Velde
School Girl
Paula Abdul
Cheerleader (uncredited)
Martin Mull
Drug Store Clerk (uncredited)
Brinke Stevens
School Girl (uncredited)
CREW
BOX OFFICE
$14.0M
Revenue
STUDIOS (1)
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
89 min (1h 29m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
5.7/10 (206 votes)
Popularity
5
Box Office
$14,049,112
IMDB
Trailer
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Private School about?
Private-school student Christine loves Jim. But her classmate, Jordan, is also vying for Jim's attention and trying to end his relationship with Christine. Meanwhile, Jim's friend Bubba embarks on a series of sexual escapades, including dressing up as a woman to access the girls' locker room. Despite Jim and Christine's efforts to spend some time alone, various shenanigans and schemes interfere.
How long is Private School?
Private School has a runtime of 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Who directed Private School?
Private School was directed by Noel Black.
Who stars in Private School?
The cast of Private School includes Phoebe Cates, Betsy Russell, Matthew Modine, Michael Zorek, Fran Ryan.
How much did Private School make at the box office?
Private School earned $14,049,112 worldwide at the box office.
What is the rating of Private School?
Private School has a rating of 5.7 out of 10 based on 206 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Comedy
Romance
KEYWORDS (10)
high school
private school
coming of age
friends
hijinks
love interest
drag
voyeurism
boys' school
girls' school