Where to watch Back to School (1986) in the UK
Back to School (1986) is currently available to stream in the UK on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
He enrolled in college for the pursuit of finer things...like co-eds, shapely professors, fun and rock and roll.
Self-made millionaire Thornton Melon decides to get a better education and enrolls at his son Jason's college. While Jason tries to fit in with his fellow students, Thornton struggles to gain his son's respect, giving way to hilarious antics.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Back to School.
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Rodney DangerfieldThornton Melon -
Sally KellermanDiane -
Burt YoungLou -
Keith GordonJason Melon -
Robert Downey Jr.Derek -
William ZabkaChas -
Paxton WhiteheadPhillip Barbay -
Adrienne BarbeauVanessa
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Back to School — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Back to School in the UK?
Back to School (1986) is currently included in subscriptions to MGM Plus Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent Back to School?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Back to School?
Yes. Back to School can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Back to School on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Back to School is currently included with: MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
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