The Legend of Billie Jean, released on July 19, 1985, is a drama film directed by Matthew Robbins. The story follows a Texas teenager, Billie Jean Davy, played by Helen Slater, who becomes an accidental folk hero after a series of events lead her to stand up against injustice. Co-starring Keith Gordon, Christian Slater, Yeardly Smith, and Peter Coyote, the film explores themes of rebellion and the quest for fairness. Despite its modest box office performance, earning $3.1 million, the movie has since gained a cult following.