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I Love the '80s (2002)
References
The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957)
The Breakfast Club whistle 'Colonel Bogey'.
The Breakfast Club whistle 'Colonel Bogey'.
Twilight Zone (1959)
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (1968)
Bender assumes Brian's father and overall homelife resembles the feel-good nature of the PBS preschool series
Bender assumes Brian's father and overall homelife resembles the feel-good nature of the PBS preschool series
Annie Hall (1977)
Referenced in
Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)
Growing Pains: The Breakfast Club (1987)
title reference
title reference
The Lost Boys (1987)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Godzilla vs. the Sea Monster (1991)
Joel: "This is from 'The Breakfast Club,' right?"
Joel: "This is from 'The Breakfast Club,' right?"
Clerks. (1994)
Video in video rental store.
Video in video rental store.
Saturday Night Live: Emilio Estevez/Pearl Jam (1994)
Mentioned by Emilio Estevez in his monologue
Mentioned by Emilio Estevez in his monologue
Friday (1995)
When Anthony Micheal Hall smokes the joint, he tries catching the smoke he exhales with his mouth. Chris Tucker does the same thing in Friday.
When Anthony Micheal Hall smokes the joint, he tries catching the smoke he exhales with his mouth. Chris Tucker does the same thing in Friday.
Empire Records (1995)
Beautiful Girls (1996)
At the reunion Gina tells Tracy that she looks like Ally Sheedy in The Breakfast Club.
At the reunion Gina tells Tracy that she looks like Ally Sheedy in The Breakfast Club.
Chasing Amy (1997)
Mixed Signals (1997)
The Adam and Joe Show: Episode #2.1 (1997)
In "Vinyl Justice", in Gary Numan's record collection they find a record of Simple Minds' Don't You Forget About Me with the poster from this film on the back.
In "Vinyl Justice", in Gary Numan's record collection they find a record of Simple Minds' Don't You Forget About Me with the poster from this film on the back.
Monument Ave. (1998)
Mentioned by characters in conversation
Mentioned by characters in conversation
Dawson's Creek: Detention (1998)
The entire episode is based on this movie.
The entire episode is based on this movie.
A Night at the Roxbury (1998)
Go (1999)
Lost & Found (1999)
Dogma (1999)
Jay and Silent Bob state that they were on a search for the fictional town of Shermer, Illinois, referenced in John Hughes's movies. Rufus later reveals a secret from Bethany's past about a boy named Brian Johnson, which is the same name as a character from the John Hughes film The Breakfast Club (1985) set in Shermer
Jay and Silent Bob state that they were on a search for the fictional town of Shermer, Illinois, referenced in John Hughes's movies. Rufus later reveals a secret from Bethany's past about a boy named Brian Johnson, which is the same name as a character from the John Hughes film The Breakfast Club (1985) set in Shermer
American Pie (1999)
Prom band plays "Don't You Forget About Me," by Simple Minds
Prom band plays "Don't You Forget About Me," by Simple Minds
Loving Jezebel (1999)
Final Destination (2000)
Boys and Girls (2000)
Happy Campers (2001)
Referenced in dialog
Referenced in dialog
Wet Hot American Summer (2001)
Futurama: The Luck of the Fryrish (2001)
7-leaf clover hidden in LP jacket for movie soundtrack; also features song "Don't You Forget About Me" from same soundtrack
7-leaf clover hidden in LP jacket for movie soundtrack; also features song "Don't You Forget About Me" from same soundtrack
Gilmore Girls: Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy (2001)
Lorelai: "Working on his Breakfast Club audition."
Lorelai: "Working on his Breakfast Club audition."
Saturday Night Live: Gwyneth Paltrow/Ryan Adams (2001)
Title mentioned in Mango sketch flashback
Title mentioned in Mango sketch flashback
Grange Hill: Episode #25.12 (2002)
Breakfast Club parallels - Ian's accumulated detention, Maddie's initially prone form on the desk, and individual revelations about their personal life.
Breakfast Club parallels - Ian's accumulated detention, Maddie's initially prone form on the desk, and individual revelations about their personal life.
South Park: Asspen (2002)
At the end of the teen movie spoof "Don't You Forget About Me"-parodying music plays.
At the end of the teen movie spoof "Don't You Forget About Me"-parodying music plays.
Van Wilder (2002)
When Professor McDoogle(Paul Gleason) is arguing with the kids, it's the exact same scene as in the breakfast club. In the breakfast club Richard Vernon(played by Paul Gleason) is also arguing with a gruop of kids.
When Professor McDoogle(Paul Gleason) is arguing with the kids, it's the exact same scene as in the breakfast club. In the breakfast club Richard Vernon(played by Paul Gleason) is also arguing with a gruop of kids.
Lizzie McGuire: She Said, He Said, She Said (2002)
the letter at the end of the episode resembles the one at the end of "The Breakfast Club" they also sign the letter as the Lunch Bunch
the letter at the end of the episode resembles the one at the end of "The Breakfast Club" they also sign the letter as the Lunch Bunch
South Park: Toilet Paper (2003)
While the gang is waiting outside the principal's office, Cartman concocts an alibi which includes bowling next to Ally Sheedy, the "goth chick from The Breakfast Club."
While the gang is waiting outside the principal's office, Cartman concocts an alibi which includes bowling next to Ally Sheedy, the "goth chick from The Breakfast Club."
Retarded Animal Babies (2003)
In RAB19 when Puppy is going spelunking, he tells himself a joke before falling down, just like Bender does in The Breakfast Club
In RAB19 when Puppy is going spelunking, he tells himself a joke before falling down, just like Bender does in The Breakfast Club
Holes (2003)
Gilmore Girls: The Fundamental Things Apply (2003)
Marty refers to his friends as "The Breakfast Crew."
Marty refers to his friends as "The Breakfast Crew."
Gilmore Girls: Ted Koppel's Big Night Out (2003)
Rory illustrates Brendon's stupidity by telling Lorelai that watching the film inspired him to tape his butt cheeks together.
Rory illustrates Brendon's stupidity by telling Lorelai that watching the film inspired him to tape his butt cheeks together.
Crying? (2003)
The Perfect Score (2004)
Characters mention a scene from this movie in a conversation.
Characters mention a scene from this movie in a conversation.
Cold Case: The Sleepover (2004)
The girls (young versions of Brandi, Ariel, Tiffany, and Rita, the murder victim) are watching the film at the Beaudry's home in 1990.
The girls (young versions of Brandi, Ariel, Tiffany, and Rita, the murder victim) are watching the film at the Beaudry's home in 1990.
The King of Queens: Hi, School (2005)
Doug refers to himself as Emilio Estevez and compares Carrie with Ally Sheedy. When Carrie doesn't understand what he's talking about he explains it's from The Breakfast Club and that he's amazed she hasn't seen it.
Doug refers to himself as Emilio Estevez and compares Carrie with Ally Sheedy. When Carrie doesn't understand what he's talking about he explains it's from The Breakfast Club and that he's amazed she hasn't seen it.
The Pacifier (2005)
The vice principal uses the same line as the principal in breakfast club "You mess with bull, you get the horns."
The vice principal uses the same line as the principal in breakfast club "You mess with bull, you get the horns."
Road Warriors: The Life and Death of Wrestling's Most Dominant Tag Team (2005)
Hawk uses "Neo-Maxi Zoom Dweebies" in an interview from 1987.
Hawk uses "Neo-Maxi Zoom Dweebies" in an interview from 1987.
Campus Confidential (2005)
Favorite movie of Violet and her potential beau
Favorite movie of Violet and her potential beau
The Office: The Fire (2005)
referenced in dialogue
referenced in dialogue
The Office: The Fight (2005)
Michael botches a quote from Emilio Estevez's character
Michael botches a quote from Emilio Estevez's character
Cold Case: Detention (2006)
A present day Dawn mentions that being in detention was like high school not like the film.
A present day Dawn mentions that being in detention was like high school not like the film.
Gilmore Girls: Bridesmaids Revisited (2006)
Lorelai calls Rory "Anthony Michael Hall in 'Breakfast Club' smart."
Lorelai calls Rory "Anthony Michael Hall in 'Breakfast Club' smart."
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories (2006)
Couzin Ed quotes the movie's line "You won't accept tongue in your mouth"
Couzin Ed quotes the movie's line "You won't accept tongue in your mouth"
In the Land of Women (2007)
Lucy asks Carter: "Does it get more 'Breakfast Club' than that?"
Lucy asks Carter: "Does it get more 'Breakfast Club' than that?"
50 Films to See Before You Die (2006)
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
This Filthy World (2006)
John Waters mentions it.
John Waters mentions it.
American Dad!: Failure Is Not a Factory-installed Option (2006)
The boys watch this movie in the back yard drive in while roger recites the final lines of dialogue from the film.
The boys watch this movie in the back yard drive in while roger recites the final lines of dialogue from the film.
Target Audience 9.1 (2007)
A young group of humans trapped in a closed environment learn to get along.
A young group of humans trapped in a closed environment learn to get along.
One Tree Hill: Pictures of You (2007)
John Kapelos plays the teacher who gives the class assignment. He played Carl the Janitor in Breakfast Club. Bevan refers to the teacher at one point as Carl.
John Kapelos plays the teacher who gives the class assignment. He played Carl the Janitor in Breakfast Club. Bevan refers to the teacher at one point as Carl.
Family Guy: Blue Harvest (2007)
John Bender is at the Death Star attack briefing and asks if General Dodonna raids Barry Manilow's wardrobe
John Bender is at the Death Star attack briefing and asks if General Dodonna raids Barry Manilow's wardrobe
Corner Gas: Spin Cycle (2007)
Hank begins reciting a speech from the voiceover in "The Breakfast Club"; Karen then points out that it is from "The Breakfast Club" and Hank says that he had watched the movie the previous night.
Hank begins reciting a speech from the voiceover in "The Breakfast Club"; Karen then points out that it is from "The Breakfast Club" and Hank says that he had watched the movie the previous night.
Swanland (2008)
When Casey is making fun of the group
When Casey is making fun of the group
American Teen (2008)
cover reenacts Breakfast Club cast pose
cover reenacts Breakfast Club cast pose
Maybe Tomorrow (2008)
The pose on the poster is a salute to The Breakfast Club
The pose on the poster is a salute to The Breakfast Club
Miss Guided: Rebel Yell (2008)
While running wild through the school after hours, Becky, Tim, and Lisa dance around like the characters in The Breakfast Club to Karla DeVito's "We are not alone," and then Becky Says, "I feel like we're in The Breakfast Club and I'm Molly Ringwald."
While running wild through the school after hours, Becky, Tim, and Lisa dance around like the characters in The Breakfast Club to Karla DeVito's "We are not alone," and then Becky Says, "I feel like we're in The Breakfast Club and I'm Molly Ringwald."
Gossip Girl: Woman on the Verge (2008)
Blair refers to the friendship of Blair, Serena, Nate, and Chuck as the non-judging Breakfast Club.
Blair refers to the friendship of Blair, Serena, Nate, and Chuck as the non-judging Breakfast Club.
Psych: Murder?... Anyone?... Anyone?... Bueller? (2008)
Shawn says to Juliet, "Who hasn't seen 'The Breakfast Club'?" Shawn does the dance from The Breakfast Club on the school rooftop. Instead of wearing nametags at their school renunion, Gus chooses to wear their senior picture and Shawn instead has one of Judd Nelson.
Shawn says to Juliet, "Who hasn't seen 'The Breakfast Club'?" Shawn does the dance from The Breakfast Club on the school rooftop. Instead of wearing nametags at their school renunion, Gus chooses to wear their senior picture and Shawn instead has one of Judd Nelson.
Pineapple Express (2008)
Red bounces a ball in his house when Saul and Dale first enter and says he is trying for a scholarship, similar to Bender's line in the gymnasium.
Red bounces a ball in his house when Saul and Dale first enter and says he is trying for a scholarship, similar to Bender's line in the gymnasium.
Cavalcade of Cartoon Comedy: A Scottsman Who Can't Watch a Movie Without Shouting at the Screen (2008)
One of the movies the Scottsman shouts at while watching it.
One of the movies the Scottsman shouts at while watching it.
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Teacher Week 2 (2008)
Subject of a $16,000 question
Subject of a $16,000 question
Supernatural: Yellow Fever (2008)
Frank's neighbor, Mark Hutchins mentions that Frank "taped half the town's butt cheeks together". Emilio Estevez's character taped a kid's butt cheeks together in the movie.
Frank's neighbor, Mark Hutchins mentions that Frank "taped half the town's butt cheeks together". Emilio Estevez's character taped a kid's butt cheeks together in the movie.
One Tree Hill: You Have to Be Joking (Autopsy of the Devil's Brain) (2008)
Mentioned by name.
Mentioned by name.
Samantha Who?: The Family Vacation (2008)
mentioned during a game of charades
mentioned during a game of charades
Still Waiting... (2009)
quotes a line from the movie "this is what happens at my house when you spill paint in the garage"
quotes a line from the movie "this is what happens at my house when you spill paint in the garage"
How I Met Your Mother: The Stinsons (2009)
Mentioned by characters.
Mentioned by characters.
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Million Dollar Movie Week 2 (2009)
Included in an $8,000 question
Included in an $8,000 question
Wizards of Waverly Place: Hugh's Not Normous (2009)
I heard a ruckus. Could you describe the ruckus?
I heard a ruckus. Could you describe the ruckus?
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
Donny's line "Two hits. I hit you, you hit the ground!" is taken from a heated exchange between Judd Nelson's and Emilio Estevez's characters.
Donny's line "Two hits. I hit you, you hit the ground!" is taken from a heated exchange between Judd Nelson's and Emilio Estevez's characters.
Scrubs: A XXX Parody (2009)
DJ says 'And then we formed The Breakfast Club'
DJ says 'And then we formed The Breakfast Club'
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #7.168 (2009)
Included in a $2,000 question
Included in a $2,000 question
The Nostalgia Critic: Steel (2009)
"I guess Bender really did go crazy after The Breakfast Club"
"I guess Bender really did go crazy after The Breakfast Club"
Entourage: Security Briefs (2009)
mentioned by Lloyd
mentioned by Lloyd
Oblivion: The Series: Blueprint for Joy (2009)
Maggot asks if Ziggy is from Johnson's Underwear, one of Ziggy's various former band names. The name is taken from a line spoken by Bender in The Breakfast Club.
Maggot asks if Ziggy is from Johnson's Underwear, one of Ziggy's various former band names. The name is taken from a line spoken by Bender in The Breakfast Club.
Community: Pilot (2009)
Abed mentions the film several times, and quotes the dialogue
Abed mentions the film several times, and quotes the dialogue
Accidentally on Purpose: One Night Stand (2009)
The lipstick on the cleavage trick that Billie claims is from "Grease" is actually from "The Breakfast Club".
The lipstick on the cleavage trick that Billie claims is from "Grease" is actually from "The Breakfast Club".
One Tree Hill: I Just Died in Your Arms Tonight (2009)
Julian quotes a line from the film
Julian quotes a line from the film
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #8.69 (2009)
Included in a $10,000 question
Included in a $10,000 question
The Office: The Delivery: Part 1 (2010)
Phyllis says, "I can put on lipstick the way Molly Ringwald does in 'The Breakfast Club.'"
Phyllis says, "I can put on lipstick the way Molly Ringwald does in 'The Breakfast Club.'"
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.125 (2010)
Subject of a $400 clue in the category "A Movie Before, Then Dinner After"
Subject of a $400 clue in the category "A Movie Before, Then Dinner After"
Greek: Camp Buy Me Love (2010)
They mention this movie
They mention this movie
The Nostalgia Critic: Home Alone 3 (2010)
referenced by name
referenced by name
Jeopardy!: 2010 Tournament of Champions Finals: Game 1 (2010)
Subject of a $400 clue in the category "On the 1980s Movie Soundtrack"
Subject of a $400 clue in the category "On the 1980s Movie Soundtrack"
The 41-Year-Old Virgin Who Knocked Up Sarah Marshall and Felt Superbad About It (2010)
When Andy is cleaning the vomit off of Sarah's face, she says "Why are you being so nice to me? Andy replies "Because you're letting me." just like Claire and Allison in The Breakfast Club.
When Andy is cleaning the vomit off of Sarah's face, she says "Why are you being so nice to me? Andy replies "Because you're letting me." just like Claire and Allison in The Breakfast Club.
Easy A (2010)
Mr. Griffith quotes Principal Vernon (Richard Gleason) when he lists "You mess with the bull, you get the horns" as one of the cliched things that teachers say to students; when Todd plays music outside Olive's window, the song is ""Don't You (Forget About Me)" by Simple Minds, which was the closing song in The Breakfast Club
Mr. Griffith quotes Principal Vernon (Richard Gleason) when he lists "You mess with the bull, you get the horns" as one of the cliched things that teachers say to students; when Todd plays music outside Olive's window, the song is ""Don't You (Forget About Me)" by Simple Minds, which was the closing song in The Breakfast Club
The Dilemma (2011)
The DVD is on Ronny and Beth kitchen table
The DVD is on Ronny and Beth kitchen table
No Ordinary Family: No Ordinary Detention (2011)
Mr. Litchfield, JJ's math teacher, runs detention and ends up like John Hughes' movie
Mr. Litchfield, JJ's math teacher, runs detention and ends up like John Hughes' movie
Special Collector's Edition: Supercop (2011)
Appears on the list of Blu-ray releases of February/March
Appears on the list of Blu-ray releases of February/March
Take Me Home Tonight (2011)
opening credits mentions Shermer High School Class of 1984, and shows a copy of the videotape
opening credits mentions Shermer High School Class of 1984, and shows a copy of the videotape
Parenthood: Hey, If You're Not Using That Baby... (2011)
Sarah points out that Mark was two years old when "The Breakfast Club" came out.
Sarah points out that Mark was two years old when "The Breakfast Club" came out.
Hughes the Force (2011)
Various references to quotable lines and characters throughout
Various references to quotable lines and characters throughout
Parenthood: Clear Skies from Here on Out (2011)
Haddie mentions "The Breakfast Club" being on at a revival house.
Haddie mentions "The Breakfast Club" being on at a revival house.
How I Met Your Mother: Field Trip (2011)
Barney mentions the movie by name.
Barney mentions the movie by name.
American Horror Story: Halloween: Part 2 (2011)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.53 (2011)
Jason Reitman mentions directing a live reading of the film's screenplay
Jason Reitman mentions directing a live reading of the film's screenplay
Ghost Graduation (2012)
the ghost kids dance like the original cast in the library
the ghost kids dance like the original cast in the library
How I Met Your Mother: The Magician's Code: Part 1 (2012)
The gang dressed as the Breakfast Club one Halloween.
The gang dressed as the Breakfast Club one Halloween.
Bad Kids Go to Hell (2012)
Headmaster Nash is played by Judd Nelson who played "the criminal" in "The Breakfast Club."
Headmaster Nash is played by Judd Nelson who played "the criminal" in "The Breakfast Club."
Featured in
At the Movies: Songwriter/Nineteen Eighty-Four/Witness/Mrs. Soffel
Clips are shown in the teaser for the next week's show.
Clips are shown in the teaser for the next week's show.
What I Learned About... From the Movies: High School
excerpts from the movie in this episode
excerpts from the movie in this episode
Not Another Teen Movie (2001)
My Little Eye (2002)
17 minutes into the film, the girls watch a video of the John Hughes movie.
17 minutes into the film, the girls watch a video of the John Hughes movie.
Trapped (2002)
I Love the '80s (2002)
I Love the '80s: 1985 (2002)
shown while talking about the Brat Pack
shown while talking about the Brat Pack
Retrosexual: The 80's (2004)
50 Films to See Before You Die (2006)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
Indie Sex: Teens (2007)
A clip is shown
A clip is shown
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Lovely Bones/The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus/The White Ribbon (2010)
"The Verdict" segment.
"The Verdict" segment.
Easy A (2010)
clip of Bender (Judd Nelson) walking acrross a field at the end of TBC
clip of Bender (Judd Nelson) walking acrross a field at the end of TBC
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.4 (2011)
clips of the film are shown as one of the films that made Christy a critic
clips of the film are shown as one of the films that made Christy a critic
Scream: The Inside Story (2011)
Poster and footage of this movie are shown.
Poster and footage of this movie are shown.
Hollywood's Top Ten: Scenes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth (2011)
Runner-Up
Runner-Up
Spoofed in
Back to the Beach (1987)
quoted
quoted
The Faculty (1998)
Go (1999)
Family Guy: Let's Go to the Hop (2000)
Peter walks into a room in the school and says Holy Crap its the Breakfast Club! then sees lots of cereal characters lying around like characters from this movie. Later on he walks along to the song "Don't Forget About Me" from this film, spoofing a scene from it.
Peter walks into a room in the school and says Holy Crap its the Breakfast Club! then sees lots of cereal characters lying around like characters from this movie. Later on he walks along to the song "Don't Forget About Me" from this film, spoofing a scene from it.
Not Another Teen Movie (2001)
Principal yells at them in detention.
Principal yells at them in detention.
Gay Propaganda (2002)
the segment features homosexal characters
the segment features homosexal characters
Scrubs: My Drama Queen (2003)
Ted punches his fist into the air after Dr. Kelso permits him to get a soda before returning to work. This gesture, as well as the music playing during this scene, is the same as the last scene in The Breakfast Club after Molly Ringwald's character gives Judd Nelson's character her earring.
Ted punches his fist into the air after Dr. Kelso permits him to get a soda before returning to work. This gesture, as well as the music playing during this scene, is the same as the last scene in The Breakfast Club after Molly Ringwald's character gives Judd Nelson's character her earring.
Along Came Polly (2004)
Movie poster of fictional 1980s movie 'Crocodile Tears'
Movie poster of fictional 1980s movie 'Crocodile Tears'
Degrassi: The Next Generation: Take on Me (2004)
The entire set-up is the same as the film. Mr. Raditch wears a similar outfit to Principal Vernon. Sean = Bender, Hazel = Claire, Jimmy = Andy, Toby = Brian, Ellie = Allison.
The entire set-up is the same as the film. Mr. Raditch wears a similar outfit to Principal Vernon. Sean = Bender, Hazel = Claire, Jimmy = Andy, Toby = Brian, Ellie = Allison.
Psych: Murder?... Anyone?... Anyone?... Bueller? (2008)
Gus's narration at the end is a take-off on Brian's letter on behalf of the group, and Shawn pumps his fist like Bender after walking through a field.
Gus's narration at the end is a take-off on Brian's letter on behalf of the group, and Shawn pumps his fist like Bender after walking through a field.
Community: Communication Studies (2010)
During their drinking binge, Jeff, Abed, and also the pizza delivery man climb up onto a table and dance like the kids in "The Breakfast Club," and Karla DeVito's "We are not alone" plays on the epis.ode soundtrack
During their drinking binge, Jeff, Abed, and also the pizza delivery man climb up onto a table and dance like the kids in "The Breakfast Club," and Karla DeVito's "We are not alone" plays on the epis.ode soundtrack
The Big Sleaze (2010)
Freeze frame of character raising fist to the sky
Freeze frame of character raising fist to the sky
The Breakfast Club: A XXX Parody (2010)
Porn parody.
Porn parody.
The Simpsons: Bart Stops to Smell the Roosevelts (2011)
Superintendant Chalmers has a flashback to the "breakfast club"
Superintendant Chalmers has a flashback to the "breakfast club"
Victorious: The Breakfast Brunch (2012)
The entire episode mimics the classic John Hughes film
The entire episode mimics the classic John Hughes film
