On this day March 25 1983 the teen comedy Spring Break premiered in theaters. Directed by Sean S. Cunningham best known for Friday the 13th the film starred David Knell and Perry Lang as two college buddies heading to Fort Lauderdale for a wild and unforgettable spring break. Packed with beach parties wild antics and classic 80s comedy tropes the movie aimed to ride the wave of other successful teen films of the era. While it had the sunshine and soundtrack to match the trend it only brought in $2.4 million at the box office on a $4.5 million budget.
80s insight: Though it flopped in theaters Spring Break later gained a following through late night cable airings and VHS rentals making it a nostalgic throwback for 80s spring break fans.
80s insight: Though it flopped in theaters Spring Break later gained a following through late night cable airings and VHS rentals making it a nostalgic throwback for 80s spring break fans.
