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- 1John Belushi, Kevin Bacon, Donald SutherlandIn the raucous comedy National Lampoon's Animal House, party-crazed fraternity Delta Tau Chi, led by Bluto Blutarsky (John Belushi), is in a constant state of war with the college administration, personified by Dean Wormer (John Vernon). The film, set in 1962, navigates through wild parties, pranks and chaos. As the Dean plots to expel the fraternity, the misfits plan their revenge. A mix of slapstick humor and social satire, this John Landis directed movie remains a classic in its genre. It won People's Choice Award for Favorite Non-Musical Motion Picture.
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- 2Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben AffleckIn the heart of Boston, a self-taught genius janitor, Will Hunting (Matt Damon), solves complex mathematical problems at MIT unnoticed. His talents are discovered by Professor Gerald Lambeau (Stellan Skarsgård). The professor seeks therapy for Will's emotional issues from Sean Maguire (Robin Williams), an empathetic psychologist. As Will grapples with his past and future, he finds solace in his relationship with Skylar (Minnie Driver), a Harvard student. Good Will Hunting, a compelling drama directed by Gus Van Sant, won two Academy Awards including Best Original Screenplay.More Good Will Hunting
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- 3Robert Carradine, Anthony Edwards, Ted McGinleyRevenge of the Nerds, a comedy classic from 1984, centers on a group of socially awkward students at Adams College. The protagonists, led by Lewis Skolnick (Robert Carradine) and Gilbert Lowe (Anthony Edwards), form their fraternity, Lambda Lambda Lambda. When they are targeted by Alpha Beta, a jock-centric fraternity headed by Stan Gable (Ted McGinley), they decide to fight back. In this hilarious tale of underdogs rising against oppression, brains battle brawn in an epic struggle for respect and acceptance.More Revenge of the Nerds
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- 4Luke Wilson, Will Ferrell, Vince VaughnIn Old School, Mitch (Luke Wilson) returns home to find his girlfriend involved in an unusual affair, leading him to start anew. He moves into a house near a college campus, where his friends Frank (Will Ferrell) and Beanie (Vince Vaughn) decide to revive their glory days by starting a fraternity. The trio juggles adulthood responsibilities and fraternity antics, causing hilarity and chaos. This comedy explores the paradox of growing up while refusing to let go of youth, all within the wild framework of college life. Old School became a cult classic for its humor and quotable lines.More Old School
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- 5Rodney Dangerfield, Sally Kellerman, Keith GordonThornton Melon (Rodney Dangerfield) is concerned that his son Jason (Keith Gordon) is unsure whether to go to college, so the uneducated self-made millionaire encourages him by signing up as a student as well. As Jason tries to establish himself among his peers and make the diving team, Thornton falls for a pretty professor (Sally Kellerman) and gets others do his schoolwork for him. When the suspicious dean (Paxton Whitehead) finds out, Thornton needs to show he can get by on his own.More Back to School
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- 6Adam Sandler, Kathy Bates, Henry WinklerIn the comedy film, The Waterboy, Bobby Boucher (Adam Sandler), a socially awkward water boy for a college football team, discovers his unique tackling skills and becomes a member of the team. His domineering mother (Kathy Bates) disapproves of this new path, creating tension between them. His coach (Henry Winkler), on the other hand, sees potential in Bobby's talent and encourages him to pursue it. As Bobby navigates his newfound fame and personal life struggles, he transforms from an underdog into an unlikely hero.More The Waterboy
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- 7Sean Astin, Ned Beatty, Charles S. DuttonRudy is an inspiring sports drama that centers around the life of Rudy Ruettiger (Sean Astin), a young man from a blue-collar family who dreams of playing football at the University of Notre Dame. Despite his small size and lack of athletic prowess, Rudy's relentless determination leads him to overcome numerous obstacles. Charles S. Dutton plays Fortune, a custodian at Notre Dame who becomes Rudy's mentor, while Jon Favreau stars as D-Bob, Rudy's humorous and supportive friend. The film, directed by David Anspaugh, was nominated for multiple awards and is recognized as one of the top football movies of all time.More Rudy
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- 8Ryan Reynolds, Tara Reid, Tim MathesonHe's the biggest man on campus. He's the boss with the sauce. He's the guy all the girls want and all the guys want to be. 'Cause in the collegiate jungle, there can be only one king ... and at Coolidge College it's Van Wilder. In the grand tradition of comedy classics like "National Lampoon's Animal House" and "National Lampoon's Vacation," "National Lampoon's Van Wilder" will charm you, move you and gross you out.
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- 9Seann William Scott, Breckin Meyer, DJ QuallsRoad Trip is a comedy film that follows the chaotic journey of college student Josh Parker (Breckin Meyer) and his friends. When Josh mistakenly sends a raunchy video to his long-distance girlfriend, he embarks on a wild road trip from Ithaca, New York to Austin, Texas to intercept it. His companions are E.L. (Seann William Scott), Rubin (Paulo Costanzo), and Kyle (DJ Qualls). Directed by Todd Phillips, Road Trip combines humor with unexpected twists and turns, making it a memorable exploration of friendship, love, and the unanticipated adventures of college life.More Road Trip
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- 10Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma BlairElle Woods (Reese Witherspoon), the effervescent protagonist in Legally Blonde, is a fashion-merchandising major at UCLA, whose life takes a dramatic turn when she decides to enroll in Harvard Law School. This surprising decision comes after her boyfriend, Warner Huntington III (Matthew Davis), dumps her for someone more serious. The film traces Elle's journey through law school, defying stereotypes and proving her worth. A comedy-drama of determination and wit, this movie won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress - Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. Elle's metamorphosis from a ditzy blonde to a respected law student forms the crux of this engaging narrative.More Legally Blonde
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- 11Justin Long, Jonah Hill, Blake LivelyIn Accepted, Bartleby Gaines (Justin Long) finds himself rejected by every college he applied to. Not ready to face the disappointment, he concocts a plan - create a fake university. With his friends, Sherman Schrader (Jonah Hill), Hands Holloway (Columbus Short), and Glen (Adam Herschman), they transform an abandoned psychiatric hospital into the South Harmon Institute of Technology. Their ruse becomes wildly successful, attracting other students also rejected by traditional colleges. But when their deception draws the attention of education authorities, Bartleby must fight to keep his university alive, teaching us that acceptance comes in many forms.More Accepted
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- 12Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum, Peter StormareIn 22 Jump Street, officers Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) are back on the beat. This time, their assignment takes them undercover at a local college where they're tasked with cracking down on a new drug menace. The sequel to 21 Jump Street weaves together comedy and action in a plot that's as unpredictable as it is hilarious. As Schmidt and Jenko navigate fraternity drama, football games, and their own friendship woes, they find themselves questioning if they can really make this partnership work. 22 Jump Street won the MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance (Hill).More 22 Jump Street
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- 13Val Kilmer, Gabriel Jarret, William AthertonIn Real Genius, the spotlight shines on two brilliant students, Mitch Taylor (Gabriel Jarret) and Chris Knight (Val Kilmer). They are enrolled at Pacific Tech, a university renowned for its technology programs. The young prodigy Mitch is paired with the eccentric genius Chris under the mentorship of the manipulative Professor Hathaway (William Atherton). Unbeknownst to them, their project has covert military applications. As they uncover this truth, they must outwit both their professor and the U.S. government to prevent potential catastrophe. This 1985 comedy-drama delivers a blend of humor, intelligence, and youthful rebellion against authority.More Real Genius
- 14Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve BuscemiIn Monsters University, we journey back to the college days of Mike Wazowski (Billy Crystal) and James P. Sullivan, Sully (John Goodman). The film, a prequel to the acclaimed Monsters Inc., explores how this inseparable duo traversed from being bitter rivals to best friends. Set within the vibrant campus of Monsters University, they endure hilarious twists and turns, competing in the Scare Games to prove who is truly scary. This animated comedy-drama, directed by Dan Scanlon, won an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement in Animated Effects in an Animated Production. A tale of friendship and ambition, it's a monstrous adventure you wouldn't want to miss.More Monsters University
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- 15Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft, Katharine RossThe Graduate is a classic drama film of the late 60s. Central to the story is Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman), a recent college graduate, lost in his newfound adulthood. His life takes an extraordinary turn when he becomes romantically involved with Mrs. Robinson (Anne Bancroft), an older, married woman. But the plot thickens when Benjamin falls for her daughter Elaine (Katharine Ross). Directed by Mike Nichols, this film won an Academy Award for Best Director. Notable for its iconic soundtrack by Simon and Garfunkel, The Graduate is a significant cultural touchstone that portrays the post-college existential crisis with wit and poignancy.More The Graduate
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- 16Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer ConnellyA Beautiful Mind is a biographical drama, chronicling the life of John Nash (Russell Crowe), an extraordinary mathematician grappling with schizophrenia. The plot unfolds in the mid-twentieth century, tracing his rise to acclaim and descent into mental chaos. His wife, Alicia (Jennifer Connelly), stands as a pillar of support through his tumultuous journey. Directed by Ron Howard, the film scooped up four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. An engrossing narrative of genius and resilience, it's a profound exploration of human intellect and its frailties.
- 17Scott Mechlowicz, Michelle Trachtenberg, Jacob PittsIn the rollicking comedy EuroTrip, high school graduate Scott Thomas (Scott Mechlowicz) embarks on a wild journey across Europe after his girlfriend dumps him. With his best friend Cooper (Jacob Pitts), and twins Jenny and Jamie (Michelle Trachtenberg and Travis Wester), they experience hilarious misadventures. Directed by Jeff Schaffer, the film is an adventurous romp through various European locales, offering a comedic exploration of cultural stereotypes. From Berlin's raves to Vatican City's clergy, no place is safe from their youthful antics. The four navigate love, friendship, and everything in between as they traverse the continent.More EuroTrip
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- 18Jeremy Piven, Chris Young, Jon FavreauNervous high school senior Tom Lawrence (Chris Young) visits Port Chester University, where he gets a taste of politically correct college life when he's guided by fraternity wild man Droz (Jeremy Piven) and his housemates at The Pit. But Droz and his pals have rivals in nasty preppy Rand McPherson (David Spade) and the school's steely president (Jessica Walter). With their house threatened with expulsion, Droz and company decide to throw a raging party where the various factions will collide.More PCU
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- 19Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin, Rebel WilsonCollege student Beca (Anna Kendrick) knows she does not want to be part of a clique, but that's exactly where she finds herself after arriving at her new school. Thrust in among mean gals, nice gals and just plain weird gals, Beca finds that the only thing they have in common is how well they sing together. She takes the women of the group out of their comfort zone of traditional arrangements and into a world of amazing harmonic combinations in a fight to the top of college music competitions.More Pitch Perfect
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- 20Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, Rose ByrneNew parents Mac (Seth Rogen) and Kelly (Rose Byrne) move to the suburbs when they welcome an infant daughter into their lives. All goes well with the couple, until the Delta Psi Beta fraternity moves in next door. Mac and Kelly don't want to seem uncool, and they try their best to get along with frat president Teddy (Zac Efron) and the rest of the guys. However, when the couple finally call the cops during a particularly raucous frat party, a full-scale war erupts.More Neighbors
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- 21Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin TimberlakeThe Social Network is a biographical drama that dives deep into the tumultuous beginnings of Facebook. Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg), Harvard student and computer genius, launches a social networking site from his dorm room that rapidly becomes a global phenomenon. As Facebook's popularity skyrockets, so do the legal battles with former friend Eduardo Saverin (Andrew Garfield) and the Winklevoss twins (Armie Hammer). Directed by David Fincher, this critically acclaimed film won three Academy Awards. It's an engrossing tale of innovation, ambition, and betrayal that will keep you hooked till the end.More The Social Network
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- 22Scott Bakula, Héctor Elizondo, Robert LoggiaTasked with overhauling a university football team that was dismantled for breaking collegiate rules, coaches Wally Riggendorf (Robert Loggia) and Ed Gennero (Héctor Elizondo) pick unusual new players like junior professor Andre Krimm (Sinbad) and 30-something quarterback Paul Blake (Scott Bakula). As Paul courts professor Suzanne Carter (Harley Jane Kozak), the team struggles until the arrival of a female placekicker, who bolsters the squad as it gets ready to challenge its big rival.More Necessary Roughness
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- 23Rob Lowe, Demi Moore, Andrew McCarthyIn St. Elmo's Fire, seven Georgetown graduates, portrayed by notable '80s talents such as Emilio Estevez (Kirby), Demi Moore (Jules), and Rob Lowe (Billy), face the harsh realities of adulthood post-college. Their intertwined lives are a complicated mix of love, friendship, and career struggles. The drama genre is well-served as each character navigates their personal trials and tribulations within the backdrop of Washington D.C.'s St. Elmo's Bar - a symbolic beacon in their tumultuous journey. Directed by Joel Schumacher, the film captures the essence of youthful angst transitioning into mature responsibilities, without giving in to heavy-handed melodrama or clichés.More St. Elmo's Fire
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- 24Anna Faris, Colin Hanks, Emma StoneIn the comedy film The House Bunny, Shelley Darlingson (Anna Faris), a Playboy Bunny finds herself tossed from the Mansion and lands on the doorstep of Zeta Alpha Zeta, a failing sorority house. The socially awkward group, including Natalie (Emma Stone) and Harmony (Kat Dennings), are in desperate need of new members to prevent their charter from being revoked. Shelley, despite her seemingly shallow exterior, teaches them about self-confidence while they help her realize there's more to life than just looks. A transformation ensues, leading to unforeseen outcomes for all involved.More The House Bunny
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- 25David Arquette, Neve Campbell, Courteney CoxScream 2, a sequel to the infamous horror film Scream, is a chilling thrill ride that keeps audiences on edge. Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), survivor of the original Woodsboro murders, attempts to rebuild her life at Windsor College, only to find herself once again targeted by Ghostface (voiced by Roger L. Jackson). The movie also showcases Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox) and Dewey Riley (David Arquette), characters who return from the first installment, grappling with their past trauma while trying to unravel the new mystery. Directed by Wes Craven, this film is a blend of suspense, mystery and smart commentary on horror sequels, without forgetting its roots in slasher terror.More Scream 2
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- 26Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth, Laurence Fishburne21 is a 2008 American drama film directed by Robert Luketic and stars Jim Sturgess, Kevin Spacey, Laurence Fishburne, Kate Bosworth, Liza Lapira, Jacob Pitts, and Aaron Yoo. The film is inspired by the true story of the MIT Blackjack Team as told in Bringing Down the House, the best-selling book by Ben Mezrich. Despite its largely mixed reviews and controversy over the film's casting choices, 21 was a box office success, and was the number one film in the United States and Canada during its first and second weekends of release.More 21
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- 27Matthew McConaughey, Matthew Fox, Ian McShaneIn We Are Marshall, tragedy strikes the small town of Huntington, West Virginia when a plane crash claims the lives of 75 members of the Marshall University football team. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew McConaughey) is brought in to rebuild the decimated program. With assistant coach Red Dawson (Matthew Fox), they face an uphill battle as they attempt to unite a grieving community and bring glory back to Marshall University. This sports drama, directed by McG, is a tale of resilience and revival, steeped in the raw realities of loss and determination.More We Are Marshall
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- 28
The Freshman
Marlon Brando, Matthew Broderick, Bruno KirbyClark Kellogg (Matthew Broderick) is robbed moments after arriving in New York, so when he sees his mugger several days later, he confronts him. The man promises to return his property and get him a job with his uncle, Carmine Sabatini (Marlon Brando), who turns out to be a Mafia boss. As Clark continues his shady work for Carmine, he discovers an elaborate underworld that has caught the attention of the authorities. As things come to a head, not everything is what it seems. - 29Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton AaronIn The Blind Side, Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) encounters Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), a homeless teenager with a troubled past. Offering him shelter and support, the Tuohy family helps Michael discover his potential as a student and football player. This true-life drama, directed by John Lee Hancock, is an inspiring tale of compassion and opportunity. Bullock's performance earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film also netted a nomination for Best Picture, underscoring its profound impact on audiences and critics alike.More The Blind Side
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- 30Dennis Christopher, Dennis Quaid, Daniel SternDave (Dennis Christopher) and his working-class friends Cyril (Daniel Stern), Moocher (Jackie Earle Haley) and Mike (Dennis Quaid) spend their post-high school days in Bloomington, Indiana, sparring with snooty students from the local university, chasing girls and--in Dave's case--dreaming of competitive bicycle racing. The four friends face opposition from all corners as they decide to make Dave's dreams come true in the university's annual bicycle endurance race.More Breaking Away
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- 31Robert Carradine, Curtis Armstrong, Timothy BusfieldAfter triumphing over the jocks in the Alpha Beta fraternity at Adams College, the nerds of Tri-Lamba are headed to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to attend a national fraternity convention. Unfortunately, Alpha Beta is also in attendance and want to get even. Now Lewis (Robert Carradine), Booger (Curtis Armstrong), Lamar (Larry B. Scott) and Poindexter (Timothy Busfield) have to fight the jocks for their rightful place all over again, although at least this time they can take the fight to the beach.
- 32Jason Biggs, Shannon Elizabeth, Alyson HanniganThe sequel to the hit comedy follows the exploits of Jim Levenstein (Jason Biggs), Kevin Myers (Thomas Ian Nicholas), and their high school friends as they navigate the challenges and delights of college life. After a year apart, they reunite for a summer of fun, pranks, and romance at a beach house. American Pie 2, filled with raunchy humor and awkward moments, paints an unfiltered picture of young adulthood. Despite the hilarity, it also touches upon themes of friendship and growing up in its own unique way.More American Pie 2
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- 33Tiffani Thiessen, Brendan Fraser, Carla GuginoSon in Law is a 1993 American comedy film starring Pauly Shore, Carla Gugino, Lane Smith, Cindy Pickett, Tiffani Thiessen, Patrick Renna, Dan Gauthier and Dennis Burkley.More Son in Law
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- 34Denzel Washington, Ray Allen, Milla JovovichIn He Got Game, a compelling drama directed by Spike Lee, the story revolves around Jake Shuttlesworth (Denzel Washington), a prison inmate. His ticket to a reduced sentence lies in persuading his estranged son, Jesus (Ray Allen), a top-ranking basketball prospect, to play for the state governor's alma mater. The plot unfurls as father and son grapple with their past and future amidst the pressure-cooker world of college basketball recruitment. This film won an award for Best Original Score at the 1998 Black Reel Awards.More He Got Game
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- 35Jessica Rothe, Israel Broussard, Ruby ModineCaught in an eerie loop of her own murder, college student Theresa Tree Gelbman (Jessica Rothe) awakens each day on her birthday, only to be killed and wake up again. This comedic slasher flick, Happy Death Day, cleverly combines horror and humor. Tree must unveil her killer's identity to break the cycle, navigating a trail of clues and red herrings with each gruesome demise. Directed by Christopher Landon, this movie uses its Groundhog Day-esque premise to generate suspense and mystery, keeping viewers guessing until the end.More Happy Death Day
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- 36Anthony Michael Hall, Robert Downey, Paul GleasonHigh-school quarterback Johnny Walker (Anthony Michael Hall) is being courted by elite colleges nationwide. To get the sports star to enroll, an army of recruiters entices him with everything a young, hormonal teenager could want. While his best friend, Leo Wiggins (Robert Downey Jr.), advises him to wait for the most lucrative offer, Johnny's girlfriend, Georgia Elkans (Uma Thurman), wants him to attend their state college -- with her. The trouble is the state school has offered him nothing.More Johnny Be Good
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- 37Nick Cannon, Zoe Saldana, Orlando JonesSet against the high-energy, high-stakes world of show-style marching bands, "Drumline" is a fish-out-of-water comedy about a talented street drummer from Harlem who enrolls in a Southern university, expecting to lead its marching band's drumline to victory. He initially flounders in his new world before realizing that it takes a more than talent to reach the top.More Drumline
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- 38Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico MarxThe Marx Brothers take on higher education and football in this riotous comedy. The newly minted president of Huxley University, Quincy Adams Wagstaff (Groucho Marx), is getting pressure from his son Frank (Zeppo Marx) to improve the football squad at the school. Frank thinks his father should recruit two professional ball players so Huxley can finally defeat their gridiron rival, Darwin. But when Wagstaff hires the wrong guys, suddenly a pair of bootleggers are wreaking havoc as undergrads.More Horse Feathers
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- 39Tom Everett Scott, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Poppy MontgomeryCollege freshmen Josh (Tom Everett Scott) and Cooper (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) are more interested in hitting the bottle than in hitting the books -- and their poor grades are set to get them kicked out of school. Their only hope of passing is to find a roommate who will kill himself. That's because an oddball college code states that a suicide victim's roommates automatically get straight A's. But sharing space with a lineup of lunatics proves enough to drive both boys crazy.More Dead Man on Campus
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- 40Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Anna FarisIn the comedic horror sequel, Scary Movie 2, a group of college students, including Cindy Campbell (Anna Faris) and Brenda Meeks (Regina Hall), are invited to stay at Hell House. Professor Oldman (Tim Curry) has convinced them it's for a school project, but the nightmarish truth is far from academic. The house, teeming with ghouls and poltergeists, proves to be a minefield of hilarious horror. Ray Wilkins (Shawn Wayans) and Shorty Meeks (Marlon Wayans), add their distinct brand of humor to this twisted tale. Despite its chilling premise, this movie delivers laughter in abundance, interspersed with moments of sheer terror.More Scary Movie 2
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- 41Ashton Kutcher, Amy Smart, Eric StoltzIn The Butterfly Effect, college student Evan Treborn (Ashton Kutcher) is afflicted with severe headaches that cause him to black out. During these blackouts, he's transported back in time, finding himself reliving traumatic events from his past. This science fiction thriller explores the concept of chaos theory and how small changes can result in significant consequences. Amy Smart stars as Kayleigh Miller, a childhood friend whose life is deeply intertwined with Evan's. Throughout the movie, Evan attempts to alter their pasts to improve their futures, but each change results in increasingly devastating outcomes.More The Butterfly Effect
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- 42Method Man, Redman, Obba BabatundeHow High, an uproarious comedy, features Silas (Method Man) and Jamal (Redman) as two underachievers who ace their college entrance exams after smoking a special strain of marijuana. The duo then embarks on a journey to Harvard University, where they shake up the staid, elitist campus with their unconventional antics. As Silas and Jamal navigate academia, their unique approach to higher education turns heads and challenges norms. Despite the comedic lens, How High subtly critiques class divides and the rigidity of educational systems, giving it layers beyond its surface humor.More How High
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- 43James Caan, Halle Berry, Omar EppsA college football coach (James Caan) forfeits all but winning to get his troubled team to the big game.More The Program
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- 44Winona Ryder, Ethan Hawke, Ben StillerIn the heart of the 90s, Reality Bites blooms as a romantic comedy-drama, capturing the spirit of Generation X. Lelaina Pierce (Winona Ryder), an aspiring documentarian, grapples with post-college life alongside her roommate Vickie Miner (Janeane Garofalo). Their lives intertwine with Troy Dyer (Ethan Hawke), a brooding musician, and Michael Grates (Ben Stiller), an executive at an MTV-like network. As Lelaina documents their struggles and successes, love triangles emerge and friendships are tested. Directed by Ben Stiller, this film encapsulates the angst and uncertainty of young adulthood while offering sharp social commentary on the era's pop culture.More Reality Bites
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- 45Liam Neeson, Laura Linney, Chris O'DonnellBiology professor Alfred Kinsey (Liam Neeson) has a perfectly respectable life teaching and doing research at Indiana University along with a happy home life with his wife (Laura Linney). When he realizes that his students, many of them married and with children, still come to him with personal questions about human sexuality, he fights to begin teaching sex education courses and conducts extensive interviews about the sexual history of volunteers despite high-profile opposition.
- 46Devon Sawa, Jason Schwartzman, Jaime KingDave (Devon Sawa), Sam (Jason Segel) and Jeff (Michael Maronna) are about to graduate from Holden University with honors in lying, cheating and scheming. The three roommates have proudly scammed their way through the last four years of college and now, during final exams, these big-men-on-campus are about to be busted by the most unlikely dude in school. Self-dubbed Cool Ethan (Jason Schwartzman), an ambitious nerd with a bad crush, enters their lives one day and everything begins to unravel.
- 47Timothy Bottoms, John Houseman, Lindsay WagnerAs a first-year law student at Harvard, James Hart (Timothy Bottoms) knows he's got his work cut out for him. But things get harder than he anticipated when he runs afoul of the school's dreaded contracts professor, Charles W. Kingsfield Jr. (John Houseman). Wry and imposing, Kingsfield drives many of the lesser students to drop out, but James endures and, as if begging for more trouble, begins dating the professor's daughter, Susan (Lindsay Wagner).
- 48Seth Rogen, Zac Efron, Rose ByrneLife is good for Mac Radner (Seth Rogen) and pregnant wife Kelly (Rose Byrne) until the unruly sisters of Kappa Nu move in next door. As the loud parties threaten the sale of their home, the couple turn to ex-neighbor and one-time enemy Teddy Sanders (Zac Efron) for help. Now united with the former college student, the trio devises schemes to get the wild sorority off the block. Unfortunately, the rebellious young women refuse to go down without a fight.
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- 49Julia Roberts, Kirsten Dunst, Julia StilesKatherine Watson (Julia Roberts) is a recent UCLA graduate hired to teach art history at the prestigious all-female Wellesley College, in 1953. Determined to confront the outdated mores of society and the institution that embraces them, Katherine inspires her traditional students including Betty (Kirsten Dunst) and Joan (Julia Stiles) to challenge the lives they are expected to lead.More Mona Lisa Smile
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- 50
With Honors
Joe Pesci, Brendan Fraser, Moira KellyAcademia meets street smarts when Monty Kessler (Brendan Fraser), a graduate student struggling to finish his program, loses his thesis and finds it in the hands of a homeless man named Simon Wilder (Joe Pesci). Though the two get off on the wrong foot, they become unlikely friends, with Simon teaching Monty some important life lessons. Although Monty's roommates, including his buddy, Everett Calloway (Patrick Dempsey), initially dislike having Simon around, they grow to appreciate him, too.More With Honors- #71 of 85 onThe Best Movies Of 1994
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- 51Arthur Agee, William GatesHoop Dreams is a compelling documentary that chronicles the lives of two Chicago high school students, William Gates and Arthur Agee (themselves), who dream of becoming professional basketball players. The film, directed by Steve James, delves into the harsh realities of their journey, from academic pressures to family struggles. It's not just about sports; it's an exploration of American life, aspirations, and societal structures. Garnering critical acclaim, Hoop Dreams won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at Sundance in 1994. This is a narrative of perseverance and ambition against all odds.More Hoop Dreams
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Big Man on Campus
Melora Hardin, Jessica Harper, Stacy GalinaBig Man on Campus is a 1989 comedy film directed by Jeremy Kagan. It was written by and stars Allan Katz. It co-stars Corey Parker. - 53Melissa McCarthy, Gillian Jacobs, Maya RudolphWhen her husband suddenly dumps her, longtime and dedicated housewife Deanna turns regret into reset by going back to college. Unfortunately, Deanna winds up at the same school as her less-than-thrilled daughter. Plunging headlong into the campus experience, the outspoken new student soon begins a journey of self-discovery while fully embracing all of the fun, freedom and frat boys that she can handle.More Life of the Party
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- 54Michael Douglas, Tobey Maguire, Frances McDormandGrady (Michael Douglas) is a 50-ish English professor who hasn't had a thing published in years -- not since he wrote his award winning "Great American Novel" 7 years ago. This weekend proves even worse than he could imagine as he finds himself reeling from one misadventure to another in the company of a new wonder boy author.
- 55James Van Der Beek, Ian Somerhalder, Shannyn SossamonBased on the novel by Bret Easton Ellis, "Rules" centers around Partrick Bateman's younger brother and his college friends bizarre mating rituals that mix sex, drugs, music and mayhem in a kaleidoscopic story about three students entangled in a curiously surreal romantic triangle...
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- 56Josephine Langford, Drew Starkey, Archie RenauxZoey is a brilliant college student who's determined to challenge the conventional ideas of love and dating. Her life soon gets turned upside down when an amnesiac mistakenly believes she's his girlfriend, who also happens to share the name Zoey.More The Other Zoey
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- 57Miles Teller, Skylar Astin, Justin ChonStraight-A college student Jeff Chang (Justin Chon) has always done what's been expected of him. But when his two best friends, Miller (Miles Teller) and Casey (Skylar Astin), arrive on campus to surprise him for his 21st birthday, Jeff finally agrees to cut loose. Although he has a crucial med-school interview early the next morning, Jeff lets his pals take him out for one drink. Many drinks later, Jeff has blacked out and is in danger of blowing the most important day of his life.
- 58Ali MacGraw, Ryan O'Neal, Ray MillandIn Love Story, Harvard Law student Oliver Barrett IV (Ryan O'Neal) and music student Jennifer Cavilleri (Ali MacGraw) share a chemistry they cannot deny. Their romance blooms, challenged by the stark contrast of their backgrounds - Oliver's wealthy upbringing against Jenny's working-class roots. This 1970 classic, directed by Arthur Hiller, explores the depths of young love and sacrifice. It won an Academy Award for Best Original Score, with its iconic line - "Love means never having to say you're sorry" - immortalizing the film in popular culture. A tale as old as time, yet fresh with each viewing.More Love Story
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- 59Gable Carr, Patrick Casey, Patrick CavanaughCollege students take a chaotic cruise on a ship containing a priceless stolen jewel.
- 60Tatyana Ali, Boti Bliss, James DeBelloAs Christmas break approaches, the dormitories at Billingsley University are restless with sex-crazed students. Although eager to relinquish his burdensome virginity, Booker (Chris Owen) has thus far failed in this endeavor. His charitable older brother, Styles (Patrick Renna), does the sensible thing and hires a prostitute (Boti Bliss) to usher Booker into the realm of manhood. Unfortunately, some misunderstandings complicate this procedure, prompting sophomoric shenanigans.
