Sixteen Candles
Movie
1984
PG
1 HOUR 30 MINS
Comedy
A girl’s “sweet” sixteenth birthday is anything but special: her family forgets about it, and she suffers from every embarrassment possible.
Cast & Crew
Molly Ringwald Samantha Baker
Anthony Michael Hall Farmer Ted, 'The Geek'
Michael Schoeffling Jake Ryan
Paul Dooley Jim Baker
Justin Henry Mike Baker
Gedde Watanabe Long Duk Dong
Blanche Baker Ginny Baker
Carlin Glynn Brenda Baker
Edward Andrews Howard Baker
Billie Bird Dorothy Baker
Carole Cook Grandma Helen
Max Showalter Grandpa Fred
John Cusack Bryce
Joan Cusack Geek Girl #1
Jami Gertz Robin
Beth Ringwald Patty
John Hughes Director
Ned Tanen Executive Producer
Hilton A. Green Producer
Annie Golden Original Music
Ira Newborn Original Music
Bobby Byrne Cinematography
Edward Warschilka Film Editing
Jackie Burch Casting
John W. Corso Production Design
Jennifer Polito Set Decoration
John Hughes Screenwriter
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Saturday, September 7
Girl (Molly Ringwald) turning 16 likes another girl's guy (Michael Schoeffling).
Sunday, September 8
Girl (Molly Ringwald) turning 16 likes another girl's guy (Michael Schoeffling).
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